Bellows Falls, Vermont is a small historic town, with a population of around 3000 residents, located in Windham County, Vermont. Prior to being named Bellows Falls, the town was given the name Great Falls by settlers who arrived in the area in the 1750s due to the 50-foot waterfall along the nearby Connecticut River. Later on, the town was renamed after Colonel Benjamin Bellows, a landowner in the community, and the waterfall. Continue on to learn more about this charming town in Vermont.

Bellows Falls (also known as Great Falls), sits along the border of New Hampshire and Vermont.
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Here's an example of what you'll see on a day when the water flow is at a medium pace.
The Bellows Falls Canal was one of the first of its kind built in the United States. Nowadays, the Depot Street Bridge goes over the canal leading to Bellows Falls.
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Aside from the town's name, part of Bellows Falls's charm includes sites in the town's historic district like The Frank Adams Grist Mill.
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You'll feel like you've been transported in time when you wander and browse the stores around the charming downtown district.
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If you're an architectural geek, you'll be in your element during your visit to Bellows Falls.
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For instance, this historic gas station in Bellows Falls was built in the Colonial Revival style in 1935.
Bellows Falls is rich in culture too. For instance, the local town hall is also the site of the Opera House.
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Aside from Bellows Falls, feel free to take a look at these other small historical towns in Vermont when you’re in the Green Mountain State too. Or, if you’d like to make Bellows Falls a stop on a larger road trip, take a look at this itinerary along the Connecticut River Byway — and don’t forget to check out our ultimate road trip essentials packing list!

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Bellows Falls, Town of Rockingham, VT 05101, USA