The Folklife Portal:
Tropical Storm Irene

Explore podcasts, exhibits, and more discussing Tropical Storm Irene, which hit Vermont in 2011

Featured
Weathering the Storm
Weathering the Storm

An audio documentary compiling excerpts from interviews with Vermonters who were impacted by Tropical Storm Irene.

Comics
The Power of Water
The Power of Water
VT Untapped Podcast
Episode 22: Mendon Remembers
Episode 22: Mendon Remembers

In July, 2021 residents of the town of Mendon, VT gathered to share stories and reflect on the impact of tropical storm Irene, 10 years after it tore through their small town. In this episode of VT Untapped we hear excerpts from this story circle event.

Episode 21: Revisiting Irene: "Weathering the Storm"
Episode 21: Revisiting Irene: "Weathering the Storm"

Nine years ago the Vermont Folklife Center released “Weathering the Storm” - an audio documentary created with Vermonters from towns across the state hard hit by tropical storm Irene. In this special episode of VT Untapped we are re-presenting “Weathering the Storm” in its entirety to mark the 10th anniversary of this historic event.

VT Untapped Podcast

Exhibits

Field Notes
Reflections 10 Years after Irene from Mendon, Vermont
Reflections 10 Years after Irene from Mendon, Vermont

On July 14, 2021, twelve residents of Mendon, Vermont gathered to discuss the lasting impact of Tropical Storm Irene, which is approaching its 10 year commemoration. As the Vermont Folklife Center's summer intern, and University of Vermont student, I helped facilitate a group conversation called a story circle. The opportunity to look at the impact of Irene as a story circle observer allowed me to witness the importance of community and helping out your neighbors.