The Turner Interpretive Center

Walking acrross the street is The Turner Interpretive Center, located across from the Grafton Inn. There you will read the story of escaped slave Alec Turner and his family as told by his daughter, renowned Vermont storyteller Daisy Turner. This tiny building was once the office of Charles Barrett, who served as the town clerk in 1869. He was also a lawyer and saw private clients there.

Grafton, Vt. is proudly part of Vermont’s African American Heritage Trail.

Should you wish to take a short car trip down the road, you can visit Birch Dale Camp, the summer home of the Turner family. Look for Turner Hill Road and head straight up to the end, taking a left at the interpretive sign. There is a small parking lot next to the camp. In recent years the camp has undergone much restoration.

Website: www.turnerhillgrafton.org/