It’s not every day that you can say you’ve looked at a zipper that’s over 70 feet long! So, if you’re curious to see this unique and usual attraction, which happens to also be the longest zipper in North America, head to Barre, Vermont. Want to know more? Read on to learn about the unforgettable adventure you’ll have in Vermont when you check out this unique attraction.
To see the biggest zipper in the country (and the continent), head to Barre, Vermont.
Wikimedia/Kenneth C. Zirkel
Since Barre is known as the “Granite Center of the World”, it’s not so unusual to see unique structures like this massive zipper in the midst of the city.
Google/ Virginia Orozco
Called “Unzipping the Earth”, this one-of-a-kind granite piece was sculpted by Chris Miller.
Google/ Zaq C As you can see, it’s also become a unique tourist attraction for visitors looking for something different and adventurous to do in Vermont.
You’ll find this unique sculpture next to the Studio Place Arts building in the city.
Google/ Eileen Hubbard
As you can see, there’s a seasonal flower bed in the middle of the zipper. It’s also an ideal spot to take a rest while marveling at the impressive artwork.
Google/ Kevin Stewart
You can easily make seeing “Unzipping the Earth” part of a bigger outing. Along with this tourist attraction, check out the local cemetery and quarry with more unique sculptures during your unforgettable adventure in Vermont.
Flickr/Davud Wilson
Have you visited the largest zipper in America when you were in Barre? If so, share your experience in the following comment section. To help you plan your adventurous day out, take a look at this article about the unique town of Barre too. You’ll also find ideas about what to do in Barre for the weekend in this piece.
Wikimedia/Kenneth C. Zirkel
Google/ Virginia Orozco
Google/ Zaq C
As you can see, it’s also become a unique tourist attraction for visitors looking for something different and adventurous to do in Vermont.
Google/ Eileen Hubbard
Google/ Kevin Stewart
Flickr/Davud Wilson
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Address: Barre, VT 05641, USA
