Poultney is a hometown kind of town located in the state belt and lakes region. It has a wide, classic Main Street lined with local stores, eateries, and small businesses, and is flanked by Green Mountain College, a nationally recognized sustainability college. Poultney is the only town in the region to have a designated downtown, which is the Main Street area, and a designated village center, which located in East Poultney. There is interesting architecture and history throughout Poultney and East Poultney Village, adding character to this walkable community.