Welcome to Rupert, Vermont

Chartered in 1761 by New Hampshire Governor Benning Wentworth, who named it after Prince Rupert of the Rhine, Rupert is located in the unspoiled northwest corner of Bennington County. We are bordered on the west by Washington County, New York; on the east by the town of Dorset; on the north by Pawlet; and on the south by Sandgate.

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Contact & Hours

Town Clerk: Andrea Lenhardt
Phone: 802-394-7728
Email: rupert187@myfairpoint.net

Hours: Mon: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Tues: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM, Weds: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM, Thurs: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM, Fri: Closed

Physical Address: 187 East Street, West Rupert, VT 05776

Postal Address:
P.O. Box 140, West Rupert, VT 05776

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Recent News

Taxes Due

Posted on February 5, 2026
2025 / 2026 Property Taxes, for the second installment, are due Tuesday February 10th.  read more

Town Office Closed

Posted on December 23, 2025
Rupert Town Office will be closed from December 24th. - December 28th.  Regular hours will resume on Monday, December 29th. 11:00 - 7:00. Wishing everyone a very happy, healthy and safe holiday season !  read more

Position Available

Posted on August 28, 2025
A position on the Rupert Selectboard has become available.  Residents interested in being appointed to this position may submit a letter of interest to the Rupert Selectboard.  Letters should be mailed to: Rupert Selectboard P.O. Box 140 West Rupert, VT 05776 - or - dropped off at the Rupert Town…  read more

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