15 Best Historic Small Towns from Colonial & Revolutionary War Era
Step into American history in preserved colonial towns. From New England to Virginia, discover authentic 18th-century villages with original buildings and living history.
Published: 11/12/2025
Towns Featured in This Guide
Woodstock
Vermont•3,000 residents
Classic New England village with four covered bridges and spectacular fall foliage. Historic architecture meets farm-to-table dining in Vermont's most charming town.
Stockbridge
Massachusetts•2,000 residents
Norman Rockwell's idealized America brought to life in the Berkshires. Main Street looks just like his famous painting, museum and all.