Painted Cows at Old Sturbridge Village.

Posted on September 16, 2025 by Jennie

I’ll never forget the first time I saw painted cows. They adorned the main street in Bennington, Vermont. You couldn’t help but be in awe of the art on the cows. Now, cows at Old Sturbridge Village have been decorated by artists. They are wonderful! Art brings everything to life, including cows. Thank you, Dan Antion for sharing this cow post. I’m thrilled you thought of me on the Starry Night cow.

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About Jennie

I have been teaching preschool for over forty years. This is my passion. I believe that children have a voice, and that is the catalyst to enhance or even change the learning experience. Emergent curriculum opens young minds. It's the little things that happen in the classroom that are most important and exciting. That's what I write about. I was a live guest on the Kelly Clarkson Show. I am highlighted in the seventh edition of Jim Trelease's million-copy bestselling book, "The Read-Aloud Handbook" because of my reading to children. My class has designed quilts that hang as permanent displays at the National Liberty Museum in Philadelphia, the Fisher House at the Boston VA Hospital, and the Massachusetts State House in Boston.
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44 Responses to Painted Cows at Old Sturbridge Village.

  2. beetleypete's avatar beetleypete says:
    September 16, 2025 at 8:17 am

    It’s a great idea, and I went to look at them on Dan’s post. They are beautifully painted, and thought-provoking indeed.

    Best wishes, Pete.

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  4. Dan Antion's avatar Dan Antion says:
    September 16, 2025 at 8:49 am

    Thanks for sharing this post, Jennie.

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  5. johnrieber's avatar johnrieber says:
    September 16, 2025 at 9:28 am

    I love art that pop in new and unique ways!

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  6. Jacqui Murray's avatar Jacqui Murray says:
    September 16, 2025 at 10:15 am

    Clicking through. Painted cows? How could I miss that???

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  7. John W. Howell's avatar John W. Howell says:
    September 16, 2025 at 12:51 pm

    A fun post for sure, Jennie. I visited the original but I’ll bet Dan is pleased to be here.

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    • Jennie's avatar Jennie says:
      September 16, 2025 at 8:01 pm

      It is fun! Yes, Dan was pleased. I thought about all the art at Lakeway, and all the deer. I wonder if someone can copy this popular New England idea and have artists paint deer in your neck of the woods.

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  8. OIKOS™- Art, Books & more's avatar OIKOS™- Art, Books & more says:
    September 16, 2025 at 2:00 pm

    So wonderful, Jennie! This is client-oriented art, with a real background. 😉 Thanks for sharing, and have a wonderful week! Best wishes, Michael

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  9. carolusfiginivalerie's avatar carolusfiginivalerie says:
    September 16, 2025 at 3:30 pm

    Good evening Jenny. It sounds like you had a great day with the cows. I would have loved to see how they look. Have fun for both of us. It’s way past my bedtime.

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  10. Liz Gauffreau's avatar Liz Gauffreau says:
    September 16, 2025 at 4:49 pm

    “I never saw a Purple Cow,
    I never hope to see one,
    But I can tell you, anyhow,
    I’d rather see than be one!”

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    • Jennie's avatar Jennie says:
      September 16, 2025 at 8:16 pm

      I’ve always liked that poem! Liz, have you seen the painted cows along Main Street in Bennington? Surely there are more Vermont hot spots for painted cows. The art is amazing. There’s a painted cow at a veterinary clinic in New Hampshire, close to here. Really cool!

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  11. Ally Bean's avatar Ally Bean says:
    September 16, 2025 at 5:15 pm

    My aunt lived in Pittsfield MA so I went to Old Sturbridge Village and Bennington Vt a few times. Sadly there were no painted cows when I was there. Feel like I missed something significant.

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  12. petespringer's avatar petespringer says:
    September 16, 2025 at 10:55 pm

    Who couldn’t love a painted cow? Cows, in general, are fascinating animals. I remember when one of my students, whose dad was a dairy farmer, brought a cow to school and showed the class how to milk it on an old-fashioned milking stool.

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  13. circadianreflections's avatar circadianreflections says:
    September 18, 2025 at 1:01 pm

    Those cows are so neat. I thought it was pretty cool that Dan thought of you when he saw the Starry Night cow too.

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  14. Jeanie M's avatar Jeanie M says:
    September 19, 2025 at 2:53 pm

    These painted cows sound amazing! I’ve been knee-deep in cleaning out my garage lately (thank you dumpster rental!), but now I’m thinking I could use a little art inspiration to brighten up my space. Starry Night cow sounds like a masterpiece!

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    • Jennie's avatar Jennie says:
      September 19, 2025 at 8:19 pm

      Ah, Starry Night would be a welcome way to brighten your space, although any art inspiration will do the same job. Paint what you love! Thank you, Jeanie.

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  15. Stevie Turner's avatar Stevie Turner says:
    September 20, 2025 at 9:12 am

    They certainly stand out!

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  18. Jim Borden's avatar Jim Borden says:
    September 22, 2025 at 7:12 am

    udderly impressive artwork!

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  19. boundlessblessingsblog's avatar boundlessblessingsblog says:
    September 23, 2025 at 1:22 am

    You are always welcome dear Jennie 💕

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