Who owns Shelburne Farms Vermont?

Derick Webb with his son Alec Webb in 1982. Alec is the current president of the nonprofit Shelburne Farms, which owns the 1,400-acre campus and buildings. When he died unexpectedly in 1984, Derick bequeathed the land and assets of Shelburne Farms not to his family, but to the educational nonprofit.

What is Coach Barn?

The Coach Barn serves as an inspiring setting where nonprofits, businesses, and community members can convene for conferences, special events, and meetings. Completed in 1902, it was the last major Shelburne Farms building designed by Robert H. Robertson, and the last major building constructed on the property.

Can you marry your cousin in Vermont?

In Vermont, certain types of marriages are prohibited. These include marrying your first cousin or other close family member such as a sibling or parent. In addition, you can’t get married if you already have a spouse.

Can anyone marry you in Vermont?

Who can marry us? Do we need witnesses? A Supreme Court justice, a superior court judge, a district judge, a judge of probate, an assistant judge, a justice of the peace or an ordained or licensed member of the clergy residing in Vermont can perform your wedding ceremony.

Can a man marry his son in Vermont?

Vermont also does not allow marriage between most close relatives. You cannot marry a parent, grandparent, sister, brother, child, grandchild, niece, nephew, aunt or uncle. You cannot marry if either of you is currently married to someone else, or if either of you is joined in a civil union to someone else.

Where is Shelburne Farms?

CONTACT US Shelburne Farms is a spectacular horse training facility in beautiful Hidden Valley, Thousand Oaks by Sherwood Country Club. Only half an hour from PCH and Kanan Dume or 101 and Topanga Canyon.

Why manage at Shelburne Farms?

Managing the barns, horses, and staff takes a 100% commitment. At Shelburne Farms we all work as a team with the training and care of the horses taking top priority. Training values are based on classical riding and strong basics. A solid understanding of these principals allows horses and riders to excel to a top level of the sport.

When was Shelburne house built?

Built between 1886 and 1905, the estate’s buildings, designed by architect Robert H. Robertson, include Shelburne House—the Webbs’ stunning Shingle- and Queen Anne–style residence with Lila Webb’s design for a formal Italianate flower garden—and the Farm Barn, Coach Barn, and Breeding Barn.

What makes Shelburne house so special?

The Webbs’ residence, Shelburne House, has been transformed as an inn that showcases many original paintings, furnishings, wall coverings, sculpture, and decorative arts. The farm raises and grows most of the food it serves at its award-winning farm-to-table restaurant.