Robert Hull Fleming Museum
Museum University art museum featuring regional and global art
On the University of Vermont campus, the Robert Hull Fleming Museum presents regional art, archaeological artifacts and rotating exhibitions used by students and visitors exploring Burlington’s cultural life.
The Robert Hull Fleming Museum is an art and anthropology museum on the University of Vermont campus in Burlington. It houses collections of fine art and cultural artifacts used for research, teaching and public exhibitions.
Collections span Native American, African, Oceanic and European works alongside archaeological material and modern art, shown through permanent displays and temporary exhibitions. The museum functions as an educational resource for students and the public, hosting talks and outreach activities.
The museum developed as the university’s principal museum and cultural collection, growing through donations and institutional acquisitions to support campus teaching and scholarship.
Located on the University of Vermont campus in Burlington, Vermont, the museum sits near the campus core and is accessible from downtown Burlington and Lake Champlain.
- University museum: Located on the University of Vermont campus in Burlington, serving as the university's museum with rotating exhibitions and educational programming for the public.
How to Get to Robert Hull Fleming Museum #
From Burlington’s Church Street core, it’s about a 10-15 minute walk northwest along College Street/Colchester Avenue to 61 Colchester Ave. By car, parking is available on campus; use local signage for visitor parking. The museum is also reachable by CCTA local buses.
Tips for Visiting Robert Hull Fleming Museum #
- Check the University of Vermont / Fleming Museum website before visiting for temporary exhibition schedules and guided tours.
- Allow time for the Native American and early American collections - they include surprising objects from New England's history.
- The museum is on the UVM campus; combine a visit with a walk along the nearby Church Street Marketplace for food and coffee.
Best Time to Visit Robert Hull Fleming Museum #
Visit year-round; weekdays outside university term breaks tend to be least crowded.
Weather & Climate near Robert Hull Fleming Museum #
Robert Hull Fleming Museum's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -13°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (893 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (102 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm).
