Overview
Rock of Ages runs a huge granite quarry near Barre, the "Granite Capital of the World".
History
Granite quarrying in Barre grew in the late 1800s, drawing stone carvers from Italy and Scotland.
Today
Visitors tour the quarry and see granite carving.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.