{"id":7531,"date":"2021-12-30T00:08:10","date_gmt":"2021-12-30T00:08:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev2.rockofages.com\/tourism\/"},"modified":"2025-01-22T16:21:08","modified_gmt":"2025-01-22T16:21:08","slug":"tours","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/rockofages.com\/en-ca\/tours\/","title":{"rendered":"Tourism"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group alignfull group-no-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong><strong>Rock of Ages Visitor Center &amp; Gift Shop Update<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>After more than a century as a cherished Vermont tourist destination, we have made the difficult decision to close the Rock of Ages Visitors Center and end public access to our quarries and self-guided tours as of January 2025. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This decision was not made lightly and reflects our commitment to adapting to evolving site regulations and operational needs while prioritizing the safety of visitors and the integrity of our facilities. While this change marks the end of a historic chapter, it also allows us to focus on the core aspects of our business and ensure the continued excellence of our craft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We want to take a moment to recognize the Visitors Center&#8217;s impact over the years. It has been a place of connection, education, and inspiration for countless visitors who have explored Vermont\u2019s granite heritage through our site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We encourage those interested in Vermont\u2019s history and the granite industry to visit the Vermont Historical Society and the Vermont Granite Museum, both of which offer outstanding resources. Millstone Grand Lookout also provides a unique opportunity to experience Vermont\u2019s stunning landscapes and quarry history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Our commitment to our employees, our customers, and our community remains steadfast. 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