As someone in recovery, Barthwell said, walking the halls of the Wilson House had a profound impact. AA memorabilia festoons the largest meeting room in Wilson House, a hotel built in the mid-1800s. Wilson House Executive Director Berta Maginniss doesn't know what will happen next year. After leaving Vermont, Wilson went on to become a New York businessman. The Wilson House does not advertise to attract guests, and only a small sign hangs over the main entrance to identify the building.

Source: ABC News October 11, 2020 13:41 UTC