The Town of Shrewsbury is a hilly and mountainous town located in Rutland County, Vermont, and is home to an uncrowded and tranquil social community. Shrewsbury’s unique and special character stems from its historically rural and village settlement pattern and the natural beauty of its mountain setting containing large areas of wooded and open land, wetlands, and upland waterways. Shrewsbury’s residents’ strong community spirit kindles a sense of affection, civic responsibility and loyalty, and a shared commitment to the Town’s well-being.
Monday: 8:30am-1pm
Wednesday: 1:00pm-6:00pm
Thursday: 8:30am-1pm
802-492-3511
The CCC Road is Closed from Black Swamp Road to Route 100.
Road Closure Notice:
Beginning July 22, 2026, Northam Road will be closed between Mountain School Road and the temporary access road serving the Transfer Station and Mountain School due to a culvert replacement project.
The road is expected to remain closed through August 14, 2026.
Please use Russellville Road and Eastham Road as the designated detour.
Access to the Transfer Station, Town Garage, and Mountain School will remain available via the temporary access road throughout the duration of the project.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation.
Construction has begun on the dam removal project on Mountain School Road. Please use the temporary access road to get to the transfer station and/or the school.
2025 Shrewsbury Annual Report – PDF Link
Shrewsbury Town Highway Department is HIRING.
Call 802-492-3656 or send resume to 9823 Cold River RD, Shrewsbury VT 05738
National Historic
Landmark since 2016
Home to the Shrewsbury Cooperative at Pierce’s Store
Home to Shrewsbury Agricultural Education & Arts Foundation (SAGE)
National Historic Landmark since 2021