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ECHO highlights new Lake Champlain exhibits and outreach role in Vermont tourism
Senate Economic Development, Housing & General Affairs · April 16, 2026
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Summary
ECHO described a new 15,000‑gallon lake tank, a CHAMP exhibit and extensive STEM outreach to legislators, arguing museums are weather‑independent assets that support multi‑day stays and local economies.
Ted Lawson of ECHO told the Senate committee that cultural institutions and museums are vital to Vermont’s tourism mix because they attract multi‑day visitors and offer weather‑independent programming.
Lawson described ECHO’s recent renovation that added a…
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