What’s coming up
and what went on before?
The great thing about the events that the New Milford Historical Society offers is that they are timeless little contributions to the fabric of our town’s society.
Plus, we have a complete record of all the events that we’ve run here on the website. We are our own ephemera!
Every year, we offer between forty and sixty regular events, from spontaneous antiques appraisals, to book signings, to how to make a salad or a toy owl.
We’ve had Civil War reenactments, Revolutionary soldiers on the lawn, and pickelhaubered German soldiers in the main exhibit hall. We offer lectures, tea parties, and a great time for all.
Naturally, we love to have attendees, members usually get in free, and the events are always a lot of fun!
Tuesday, September 24 2013
New Milford Chamber of Commerc...
Starts at 10:00 AM
The historical society will host a special breakfast for the New Milford Chamber of Commerce
members. The new exhibit will be open for viewing on this morning. This is a Chamber of
Commerce event. Please contact the Chamber to participate at 860-354-6080. Limited enrollment.
Sunday, March 29 2015
Centennial Exhibition Submissi...
Starts at 10:00 AM
What do you think makes New Milford special and historically significant? We are inviting you to take advantage of this unique opportunity to get involved and be a part of making history!! The guidelines for objects to be considered are: objects were made during the past 100 years (1915 through 2015), directly represents New Milford, or owned by someone from New Milford.
Objects will be selected by members of the Centennial Exhibition Committee and the Curator of the museum
A Temporary Loan form for the objects will be filled out at time of acceptance. We have limited exhibition space and unfortunately cannot accept all items.
Saturday, November 7 2015
Flags of Valor...
Starts at 9:00 AM
The Kiwanis Club Foundation of Greater Danbury, Inc. proudly presents the
The Fourth Annual
Kiwanis Flags of Valor in New Milford
We invite you to Sponsor a Flag in Honor of a Veteran!
In honor the upcoming Veteran's Day, in honor and in memory of our Military Veterans and those men and women actively serving our country today, the Kiwanis Club Foundation of Greater Danbury, Inc. will erect the Kiwanis Flags of Valor on the New Milford Historical Society and the Town of New Milford's lawn at the north end of the Green. The Field of Valor will include at least 300 full size (3 foot by 5 foot) made in the USA American flags and will be on display from November 7 through December 5, 2015.
All are invited to sponsor anyone they would like to HONOR with one of these keepsake flags. Your Honoree and sponsor name will be proudly displayed on a yellow ribbon with each flag. Major sponsors will be identified with on-site signage and up to ten flags for their honorees.
All proceeds from the $30 sponsorship support the efforts and the programs of the Kiwanis Club Foundation of Greater Danbury, Inc, 501c. Our programs include; Bringing Up Grades, High School Key Clubs in 6 towns and the Eliminate Program, College Scholarships. We are a volunteer organization whose mission is "To serve the children of the world, one community at a time." Find more information about Kiwanis or the Flags of Valor on our website www.kiwanisct.com or email ltorganizing.Linda@gmail.com.
Friday, March 20 2015
Founder’s Day Event ...
Starts at 7:00 PM
Founder’s Day Event
For Members Only
With Curator's Talk on Exhibit
1907: The Loan Exhibition
New Milford Historical Society & Museum
Wednesday, April 12 2017
The Hunt - Dissecting Owl Pell...
Starts at 1:00 PM
Spring Break Workshop for Children
The Hunt - Dissecting Owl Pellets
Come and let your child connect with nature! Learn about owls, the food chain , and the animals they eat.
Registration required. 3rd Grade and up. Cost: $10.00 per child.
Saturday, February 24 2018
Connecticut Crossroads Oral H...
Starts at 1:00 PM
What Will You Leave Behind?
The Connecticut Crossroads Project is a not for profit
with the mission to preserve the history of communities
within Connecticut. Join Chris Fisher, the president of
the organization in a conversation about the goals of the
organization, how they differentiate town and community
and why everyone's memories matter. The presentation
will include a live interview with a special guest that will be
recorded and preserved in the organization's archive.
members: free/ non-members: $5
Refreshments served
We'll be posting more upcoming events shortly, use this link to reach out to us if you'd like to know in advance what is coming up.
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 January hours are Thursday + Friday from 12:00 - 3:00, Saturday 11:00 - 2:00, (by appointment only for the duration of the CV-19 emergency! 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.
Winter is also the season of bad and unpredictable weather in New England. In case of inclement weather, please plan on calling the museum to confirm we are open.
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