Today is the first official day of autumn, and over the next few weeks Vermont will play host to that annual ritual of visitors eager to soak in the stunning colors of the season. But the turning of leaves that bring sweeping landscapes of red and gold across the mountains would not paint quite the picture they do without the signature backdrop of historic town buildings, churches and covered bridges that anchor the scene.
Thos places remain and thrive largely because of the efforts of the Preservation Trust of Vermont – celebrating its 25th anniversary this Saturday with a celebration at Shelburne Farms. Burlington native Paul Bruhn founded the Trust. He spoke with Mitch Wertlieb about what drove him to start the organization.
(To hear Mitch’s interview with Paul Bruhn, click on the “MP3” icon.)