Introduction

Both the Church Street Marketplace and the City of Burlington have consistently garnered nation-wide acclaim for quality, both in the form of awards and citations in nationwide media. Burlington has been listed near the top of a wide range of "Top 10 Cities" lists in recent years - and our community's vibrant downtown and its centerpiece pedestrian Marketplace are frequently cited for their essential roles in making Burlington special.

Please see the following categories for more information:

Anniversary Stories
Read stories by Senator Leahy, Ron Redmond and other notable business owners and community members as they remember the evolution of the Marketplace.

Awards
The Church Street Marketplace and the City of Burlington have received a number of awards and citations by such notable publications as Men's Journal Magazine and Money Magazine.

History of the Marketplace
Follow the history of the Marketplace through various stages of planning to the present day. What could the Marketplace have looked like? Use this link to learn more.

Historical Walking Tours
Take a walking tour with Tom Simon and learn about Burlington and the Marketplace's fascinating history.