The Mysterious Hidden Gem Attraction In Vermont You Never Even Knew Existed

When you think of attractions in Vermont, it's likely that places like Quechee Gorge or the Ben and Jerry's Factory come to mind. But sometimes it's the smaller, lesser-known places which hold some mystery and intrigue that are the true gems.

There is a small museum in Brattleboro that comes alive with humming and booming sounds every year. In some cases, you'll hear beautiful music and on some days the sounds are more like disorganized noise. Welcome to the Estey Organ Museum where the standard institution rules of "look but don't touch" are thrown out the front door.

Located in Brattleboro, this little museum is dedicated to the town's Estey Organ Company which produced thousands of organs from the late 1800s up until 1960.

Enter the musical museum and you will see a wide array of vintage and antique organs. All of these instruments were produced right on site in the factory.

Visitor are encourage to pull up a bench and pound out a tune. Those with talent will produce enchanting music while all others can hope for is to create some melodic noise.

There are even pint sized organs for kids to try out. Enjoy learning about these magnificent instruments in a completely interactive way.

You'll see complex creations with ornately carved embellishments in the collection...

... as well as tabletop versions that are still able to produce a tune.

Imagine the unique feeling of running your fingers across the keys and hearing what sounds you can produce.

The Estey Organ Museum is open mid-May through mid-October on Saturdays and Sundays from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Once the warm weather arrives, you'll want to plan a visit to this little museum full of musical fun.

Find the Estey Organ Museum in the center of the factory complex at 108 Birge St., Brattleboro, VT 05301. Get more details by visiting their website.

Do you know someone that would love to visit this one-of-a-kind museum? Have you been here yourself? While you're in town, grab a bite to eat at this incredible historic dining car.