The district is noted for its well-preserved Revolutionary War-era homes, and is significant as one of the earliest settlements in Vermont.

The centerpieces of the district are the Old First Church (built in 1806 and restored in 1937) and the Bennington Battle Monument.

Vermont Route 9 passes through the village, leading east into downtown Bennington and west to the New York state line.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.37 square miles (0.95 km2), all land.

The racial makeup of the village was 93.10% White, 3.88% African American, 0.86% Asian, and 2.16% from two or more races.