2022 All-Class Reunion

COVID-19 Protocol

Do I need to be vaccinated and boosted to attend reunion?

All Reunion attendees - alums and guests - must be fully vaccinated, boosted and complete the Guest Registration form so that their COVID vaccination card is on file.

Will we need to wear masks?

Indoor masking will be required at all times, except when eating or drinking. 

Registration & Payment

Registration 

How do I register?

Registration is available for Reunion. Register by August 19 to receive the early bird special $20 off your ticket. 

If I didn’t pre-register, can I still attend/

We are excited to welcome guests back to campus after putting in person events on pause due to the pandemic. We are only able to do this with caution and an abundance of advance planning. For this reason, we ask that all guests pre-register. Registration closes on September 9.  

Payment

In order to attend the weekend, you must register using this website. If you are having trouble please email alumnirelations@bennington.edu

What is the cost of the ticket?

Early Bird Special $130.00 - Register by August 19 to receive $20 off your ticket! 

General Admissions $150.00

Children $15.00 Ages 0-18

2022 Alumni $20.22 Graduates from the class of 2022

Recent Graduates $75.00 Graduates from the classes of 2017 - 2021

Can I register now and pay when I arrive for Reunion?

No, payment must accompany the registration.

If I register and can’t attend, can I get a refund?

Registration fees are nonrefundable. 

Check-in/ Check-out

Everyone who plans to attend programming throughout the weekend must check in. This is when you will receive your welcome bag and packet - this will include all your dining tickets for the weekend. 

When can I arrive for check-in?

Reunion check-in runs as follows:

Friday: Campus Flagpole 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Deane Carriage Barn 5:00 p.m. -  7:00 p.m.

Saturday: Campus Flagpole 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

What do I do if I arrive outside the check-in hours?

You may only check in during the scheduled times. 

Accommodations & Meals

Fall in Vermont is a busy time of year. Make your accommodation arrangements ASAP! The college has reserved blocks of rooms at the following places: 

• Best Western: 802.442.6311
• Paradise Inn: 802.442.8351
• Harwood Hill Motel: 802.442.6278 

Other places to stay 

AirBnBs

• See AirBnB's website for vacation rentals in Bennington, VT and surrounding areas.

Inns

Approx. 10 minute drive from campus

• Four Chimneys Inn. 21 West Road, Bennington.
• South Shire Inn. 124 Elm St, Bennington.
• Safford Mills Inn and Cafe. 722 Main St. Bennington.

Approx. 20 minute drive from campus

• Arlington Inn. Includes American Breakfast. 3904 VT-7A, Arlington.

Bed & Breakfasts

Approx. 5 minute drive from campus

• Eddington House Inn. 21 Main St, North Bennington.
• Historic Henry House. 1338 Murphy Rd, Bennington.

Hotels and Motels

Approx. 5 minute drive from campus

• Hampton Inn. 51 Hannaford Square, Bennington.
• Knotty Pine Motel. 130 Northside Dr, Bennington.

Approx. 10 minute drive from campus

• Bennington Motor Inn. 143 Main St, Bennington.

Approx. 30 minute drive from campus

• Williamstown Motel. 295 Main St, Williamstown, MA.
• Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott 430 Main St, Williamstown, MA.
• The Williams Inn, 101 Spring St, Williamstown, MA.

Meals

Meals included with a purchased ticket:

Friday:

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dinner in Commons Dining Hall

Saturday: 

9:00 am- 10:30 am  Private Breakfast in Roz’s Cafe for alums celebrating their 50th and higher. If you graduated in 1973 or earlier and would like to attend, you must indicate so on your registration form 

11:30 am - 1:00 pm BBQ Lunch on Commons Lawn

6:00 pm- 8:00 pm All-Class Dinner 

Sunday:

9:00 am- 10:30 am Breakfast buffet send off with faculty and staff

Guests

Can I bring a guest/spouse/partner/child?

Guests of alums will be able to attend as long as they meet participation requirements at the time of reunion. All guests are required to demonstrate that they have been vaccinated and boosted; masking is required indoors. All guests must also have a ticket in their name.                

Are guests/children allowed to attend class meals?
Yes, as long as they have registered.

Parking & Transportation

Where should I park?

All parking campus lots will be available for guest parking. Handicap spaces will be available in front of Crossett Library.  

Will there be shuttles to transport me back and forth from my hotel to campus?

No.

Accessibility

I will be in a wheelchair or need  special assistance for a medical condition.

Please reach out to Dr. Cathy Anthofer-Fialon, Director of Campus Safety to communicate any disability accommodations you will need throughout the weekend.