Vermont Symphony Orchestra
Annual Benefit Concert, July 3 in Grafton, Vermont
On the evening of July 3, year after year, thousands gather to celebrate the eve of Independence Day at Grafton Ponds, Grafton, Vermont, listening to the Vermont Symphony Orchestra while sitting under the stars, enjoying the evening with food, friends and family. The concert benefits the Brattleboro Museum & Art Center and is underwritten by the Windham Foundation; Foard Panel sponsors the fireworks.Gates open at 5:30 p.m., and the concert begins at 7:30. As dusk falls at around 9:00, the fireworks begin behind the orchestra tent. There is one intermission. Blankets, lawnchairs, and picnics welcome. Only blankets in the front section. Food, beverages and novelties available for purchase. No pets. No sparklers.
Tickets: $25 for adults, $10 for children ages 4-14, free for children 3 and under. 2008 prices will be posted in May.
THANK YOU! The Windham Foundation, on whose meadow the event is held, graciously underwrites this festive tradition and directs parking and grounds care. Thanks to Stephan Morse and Dan Normandeau and all their excellent helpers and volunteers. Brattleboro Museum & Art Center is the beneficiary of all proceeds from the concert. BMAC coordinates ticket sales, with thanks to our local ticket outlets! BMAC trustee Betsy Gentile, under the tutelage of Dart Everett, organizes the many event details. Joy Everett runs BMAC’s concession booth. BMAC Gallery Manager Margaret Shipman produces the program book. Thanks to all the many trustees and staff of the Museum for all the tireless, enthusiastic work they do. This is an evening that occurs only through the help of many volunteers, earning our ongoing thanks. Special thanks to Foard Panel for sponsoring the fireworks. And as always, thanks to the magical Vermont Symphony Orchestra, Alan Jordon, and Jamie Laredo; your creativity and vision lift us all.