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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 250 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.

Upcoming Events

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Walking Tour in Center Cemetery-CANCELLED

Saturday, October 31
Starts at 7:00 PM

All Hallows Cemetery Walking Tour in Center Cemetery

Visitors will see …

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Museum Holiday Open House-CANCELLED

Thursday, November 5
Starts at 10:00 AM

Museum Holiday Open House Old Christmas and Winter Traditions of Long Ago

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<h2>Lecture on Historic Native American Cultures</h2>
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Historic Native American Cultures-CANCELLED

Wednesday, November 11
Starts at 2:00 PM

Lecture on Historic Native American Cultures

Powerpoint presentation by John…

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