Permanent Exhibits:

The Sheldon Museum has a permanent collection of 19th and 20th century Vermont furniture, paintings, and household objects. They are exhibited in the elegant Federal house built in 1829 by marble merchants Eben Judd and Lebbeus Harris. Changing special exhibits are on view in the Cerf Gallery and the Adèle Eells Pierce Gallery. These two galleries showcase temporary exhibits and also serve as a venue for gallery talks, school programs and special events.

Adèle Eells Pierce Gallery 

The Adèle Eells Pierce Gallery was dedicated in 2015 to recognize late Honorary Sheldon Trustee Adèle Pierce. Adèle was active at the Sheldon Museum beginning in 1983, as its first shop manager, and later trustee and volunteer. She was chair of the committee for the Sheldon’s first Pops Concert in 1992. The Pierce Gallery features rotating history and art exhibits throughout the year.

Walter Cerf Gallery

Built in 1991 through the generosity of art dealer and philanthropist Walter Cerf, the Cerf Gallery has become a hub of public activity at the Museum. A varied exhibition schedule features history and art exhibits, including contemporary Vermont artists and craftspeople. The Gallery also serves as a public venue for gallery talks, school programs and special events.