Brattleboro, our home town, is a vibrant community of 12,000. It’s a rural location, so transportation is a little different than a larger city. Join our Destination NECCA page on Facebook for local resources and the latest on how you can make your trip to Brattleboro unforgettable!
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NECCA’s main location for classes and performances is our custom built facility, the Trapezium.
Getting to the Trapezium
Trapezium Address:
10 Town Crier Drive
Brattleboro, VT 05301
Directions:
From I-91 (north & south): From Interstate 91 in Vermont, take exit 3 & take the first exit off the roundabout, heading south on Route 5. Go approximately 1 mile, passing through three lights. As you begin to go down the hill Town Crier Drive is on your left. We are immediately on your left after you turn.
From East (Route 9 from New Hampshire): Cross the Connecticut River into Vermont and enter the roundabout. Take the 3rd exit, heading south on Route 5. Go approximately 1 mile, passing through three lights. As you begin to go down the hill Town Crier Drive is on your left. We are immediately on your left after you turn.
From downtown Brattleboro: Drive north on Main St (Route 5). After 1/2 mile cross the bridge (you’ll see a train trestle to your right) and Town Crier Drive is the first right. We are immediately on your left after you turn.
Looking for overflow parking? Our neighbors at the church at the top of the hill are happy to let you park with the exception of Sunday mornings.
Other locations
Sometimes you’ll find us at other locations!
COTTON MILL MOVEMENT COLLECTIVE
76 Cotton Mill Hill, #330
Brattleboro, VT 05301
Directions:
From I-91 (north & south): From Interstate 91 in Vermont, take exit 1, turning north onto Canal Street / Route 5. Turn onto Fairgrounds Road. At the stop sign turn left onto Old Guilford Rd, then at the next stop sign turn right onto Cotton Mill Hill. Turn left into the parking area and continue between the two buildings. Enter at the last door on the right, labeled the ‘north entrance’. We are at the top of the stairwell on the 3rd floor.
From East (Route 9 from New Hampshire): Cross the Connecticut River into Vermont and enter the roundabout. Take the 2nd exit to head South on I-91. Follow instructions above.
From downtown Brattleboro: Drive south on Main St (Route 5). Turn left onto South Main Street. At the stop sign turn left onto Cotton Mill Hill. Follow instructions above.
CHURCH STUDIOS
18 Town Crier Drive
Brattleboro, VT 05301
Follow the directions to the Trapezium. Turn onto Town Crier Drive and continue to the top of the hill. There is a “NECCA” sign on the front of the building.
GREENHOE THEATER @ LANDMARK COLLEGE
29 Charles Drake Lane
Putney, VT
Directions:
From I-91 (north & south, including from NECCA): From Interstate 91 in Vermont, take exit 4 in Putney, turning north onto Route 5 / Main Street. Go through town and turn right onto River Road South. Do not enter the main campus! Turn left onto Charles Drake Lane. The theater is in front of you, but follow the signs to park and enter at the front of the building.
Transportation Options
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Airport Locations
If you are looking for public transportation from an airport to Brattleboro, we suggest checking the bus (Boston, NYC) or train (Hartford, take a taxi to the train station) or door-to-door service (Thompson Transportation or Adventure Taxi). Due to our rural location, we suggest you plan your airport-to-circus trip in advance.
Amtrak Train
Amtrak comes to downtown Brattleboro once a day.
(800) 872-7245 or amtrak.com
Greyhound Bus
Greyhound comes to Brattleboro a few times a week.
greyhound.com
The Moover
Brattleboro’s bus service.
View bus schedules.
Local Transportation
Brattleboro Taxi can be contacted at (802) 254-6446.
Rental Cars
Cars can be rented at any airport. In town car rental locations include Enterprise (within walking distance to NECCA) and Avis.
The following is a list of other lodging possibilities when visiting NECCA.
(These businesses are not affiliated with NECCA. This list is provided as a convenience to the NECCA community.)
Hotel & Motel Options
A NECCA Sponsor
(802) 257-2400
100 Chickering Dr.
Brattleboro, VT, 05301
1 mile away
For stays of 5 days or more, the Holiday Inn is offering a special rate of $105 per night which can be one King or two Queens if you want to organize sharing. Guests would need to call the hotel at (802 257 – 2400) or email Kalee Schriner directly at kalee.schriner@bk-investments.com to book.
(802) 579 – 1344
1186 Putney Rd.
Brattleboro, VT, 05301
1 1/4 miles away
(802) 257 – 7733
889 Putney Rd.
Brattleboro, VT 05301
1 mile away
(802) 254 – 6007
1254 Putney Rd.
Brattleboro, VT 05301
1 1/4 mile away
(802) 254 – 6300
50 Main St.
Brattleboro, VT 05301
1 1/2 miles away (downtown)
(603) 256 – 4200
20 Riverside Dr.
West Chesterfield, NH 03466
1 1/2 miles away
(802) 254 – 8701
1380 Putney Rd.
Brattleboro, VT, 05301
1 1/4 miles away
(802) 254 – 2360 or (800) 553 – 2666
1378 Putney Rd.
Brattleboro, VT 05301
3 miles from the Trapezium
Family & Friend AirBnB’s
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Apartments and Bed & Breakfasts
Brattleboro, VT
Book your room here
(10% Discount when you mention NECCA!)
Brattleboro, VT
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Newfane, VT
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Newfane, VT
Book your room here
Small apartment with private bath and kitchen. Must have a car.
srmcater@comcast.net
802-254-2480
Homestays
Rooms for rent in comfortable, friendly house. Must have a car.
trapeze@sover.net
Room for rent in comfortable, friendly house.
reikivt@gmail.com
(802) 275 – 7434
Private room and bath with mini fridge and microwave. Must have car.
jkvt1@hotmail.com
Must have a car.
goodboneshomestead.com
aczaleska@gmail.com
Cozy room in shared house, near town
Short and long stays welcome
keithcassandra9@gmail.com
Camping & Cabin Options
We are committed to being accessible and inclusive to our students, staff, and greater community. Our goal is to follow accessibility practices whenever we provide services and to create accessible and inclusive environments and communications.
Parking
Main parking lots at the Trapezium and Cotton Mill campuses have designated accessible parking for people with limited mobility. We are currently working to improve the parking lot at the Trapezium for better accessibility.
Spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Our staff also make accommodations with prior arrangements for those that need door to door drop off; contact info@necenterforcircusarts.org or call 802-254-9780 for assistance.
Entrances
Entrances for guests with wheeled assisted mobility devices (wheelchairs, walkers, scooters) are located on the first floor and second floor (for loft access only) of the Trapezium.
Wheeled access at the Cotton Mill is found on the North end of the building via a freight elevator, following signs to the elevator (NECCA studios 330 and 350 are on the third floor; follow signs). If you anticipate that using a freight elevator is prohibitive to access on your own, please contact info@necenterforcircusarts.org and we can send someone to assist you.
Accessible seating for performances at the Trapezium is located at the west entrance off the lobby of the performance space and is indicated by signage. Ushers are on hand to provide assistance.
If you need accommodation for performances or events, or for reading a document or other information, contact info@necenterforcircusarts.org or call 802-254-9780.
Restrooms
The Trapezium contains three bathrooms and all are gender neutral. All bathrooms have accessible facilities.
The Cotton Mill restrooms are located on the third floor near staircases and are accessible for wheelchair access.
Seating
Accessible seating for performances at the Trapezium is located at the west entrance off the lobby of the performance space and is indicated by signage. Ushers are on hand to provide assistance.
Curriculum & Apparatus
Our Aerial apparatus rigging is rated for use up to 4,000 lbs and many devices (lyra, trapeze, aerial sling, vertical dance harness, rope, silks) are adaptable for different body sizes and types. Additionally, after a safety check, students are invited to bring their own apparatuses for rigging during class.
Our coaches are trained and experienced with adapting class structure and curriculum for varying degrees of mobility, body types and abilities. For more information about specific training and experience, please reach out using the contact info below. Each of our coaches has a different level of experience and training.
If you require accommodations or have questions about curriculum or apparatus, please email info@necenterforcircusarts.org or call 802-254-9780.
Additional Services
Thanks to the support from Inclusive Arts Vermont, our website has accessibility tools for those that need them.
Our Commitment
Accommodations & Feedback
Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility at NECCA, there may be some limitations. We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of this website.
If you have difficulty accessing a page or resource, please let us know so we can improve your experience. You can email info@necenterforcircusarts.org, fill out this Comment Form or call 802-254-9780.
We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days.
Brattleboro has been voted the “Best” of many things, including one of the top small towns in America! When you come to NECCA, you also come to a vibrant community rich with history, culture, good food, outdoor experiences, art and much, much more!
Visit brattleboro.com for more info and a community calendar!
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