The Collection

Don't miss our unique view of New Milford's History

we're more than just a historical society!

The New Milford Historical Society & Museum Collection is well over 8,000 items, about 3,000 of which are electronically catalogued, and accessible here, online. The Society Collection also includes three, one-room schoolhouses and the 249 year old Knapp House.
To use our interactive timeline of New Milford's history, click here.

View the collection at the New Milford Historical Society

We have our collection indexed and inventoried electronically. To check what items are in the collection, start by selecting a category. The holdings will fill automatically

Click on a collection above to see the Society's holdings, here.

Internship!

Attention 2019/2020 high school seniors or college students
We are offering an internship opportunity to students who wish to pursue a history or museum related field of study. Applicant must have a strong interest and willingness to commit to this experience.
A prerequisite is to become a museum volunteer during the summer months.

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Upcoming Events

<p>Join us for the <strong>Preview Party</strong> on July 25th from 6-8pm ($5/person).</p>
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11th Annual Tag Sale Fundraiser

Thursday, July 25
Starts at 6:00 PM

Join us for the Preview Party on July 25th from 6-8pm ($5/person).

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<p>A talk on the mysterious <strong><em>Cat Woman of Gaylordsville</em></strong> and the Victorian s

Florence Maybrick: The Mystery of the Dress

Thursday, September 26
Starts at 7:00 PM

A talk on the mysterious Cat Woman of Gaylordsville and the V…

<p>History comes alive as we travel the byways of <strong>Center Cemetery</strong>, in conjunction w

Center Cemetery Walking Tour

Saturday, October 12
Starts at 5:30 PM

History comes alive as we travel the byways of Center Cemetery, in con…

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The New Milford Historical Society & Museum has both permanent and temporary exhibits on view at the Society, located just north of the historic and scenic New Milford Green at N° 6, Aspetuck Avenue.

Our hours are Tuesday - Friday from 12:00 - 3:00, Saturday 11-2, closed Sunday, and by appointment. (Click here to request yours, or call (860) 354-3069.

Admission is $5 for adults, $2 for students, and children under 12 are free, as are members.

Get in touch

Contact Us
nmhistorical(at)gmail(dot)com
(860) 354-3069)
N°6 Aspetuck Ave
New Milford CT 06776