Rowland E. Robinson - Ferrisburgh, Vermont - Childhood Homes on Waymarking.com

Now the Rokeby Museum, Rowland E. Robinson childhood home is located on US Route 7 in Ferrisburgh, Vermont.

"The youngest of four children, Rowland E. Robinson began to draw at a young age. Although his formal schooling was limited, he trained as an engraver and illustrator in New York City in his early twenties. After marrying Anne Stevens in 1870, he returned to New York several times in search of work, but ultimately remained on the family farm, which he ran with his brother George. Failing eyesight in late middle age forced Robinson to give up his art, and with Anne's help and encouragement, he turned to literature. His tales of life in Danvis, the Vermont hill town he invented, earned him the honor of most beloved author in the Green Mountain state. An experienced naturalist and devoted conservationist, Robinson celebrated Vermont's natural beauty in both pictures and words." (visit link)

The Historic Marker reads: "Rokeby" Home of Rowland E. Robinson writer of Vermont folkloore. Here in 1833, Rowland E. Robinson was born of Quaker parentage. He became a popular illustrator and interpreter of nature and Yankee dialect. ‘Rokeby’ was a station on the Underground R.R. Here are the blind author’s memorabilia. Open to public during summer.

The coordinates are from the entrance to the museum.

Name of Famous Person: Rowland Evans Robinson Physical Address: US Route 7 in Ferrisburgh, Vermont What is this person famous for?: Illustrator and writer, he celebrated Vermont's natural beauty in both pictures and words. Website verifying legitimacy of site: [Web Link] Additional Website verifying Site legitimacy: [Web Link] Personal Experience: We found this place while on a waymarking excursion and even if the museum was closed (November), we were able to see the outside of the house and the outbuildings. Other information about area: Tours: The inside of the house may be seen by guided tour only in groups limited to twelve. Tours last about 45 minutes and are offered at 11:00, 12:30, and 2:00 Thursday through Sunday. The outbuildings and several-acre farmstead surrounding the house may be seen by self-guided tour. Permanent exhibits are located in the outbuildings, and an audiotape tour is also available. 2012 season lasted from May 13 to October 14.

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