Thank you to all who had a part in our newest event. Board member, Joe Cats, was instrumental in organizing the Historical walk depicting the Great Fire of 1902.
Said Rachel Barton:
"Ray and I thought the tour was so informative about the 1902 fire. It was well organized and the actors did a wonderful job with their portrayals. In fact we learned some new information about Ray's grandfather, W.G. Barton. Thanks for a very enjoyable day."
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 many 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!
September 2023
SEPTEMBER 23rd 2023 – ON THE VILLAGE GREEN STOP BY THE BOOTH OR VISIT THE MUSEUM
BOOKS MEDALLIONS PRINTS MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION BOOTH: ON THE GREEN MUSEUM: 6 ASPETUCK AVENUE BOOTH HOURS: 10 AM TO 3 PM nmhistorical@gmail.com 860-354-3069https://www.facebook.com/NewMilfordHistoricalSociety
July 2023
Come Browse the museum for the best deals in town!
Friday, July 28, 2023 9.30AM - 3PM
Saturday, July 29, 2023 9AM - 3PM
Early Buyers welcome Friday, July 28, 2023 7AM - 9AM $10 Fee
Furniture, Antiques, Jewelry, Art Work, Books, Household Items and much, much more!
This is a major fundraiser for the Society
The Historical Society is accepting donations until 7/22/23 of usable items for sale during normal Museum hours (Tuesday - Saturday 11AM - 2PM). Please call before dropping off.
June 2023
Preservation Connecticut is pleased to announce the inaugural year of the Edward F. Gerber Fellowship, a paid six-month fellowship to prepare students or recent graduates for professional positions in the historic preservation, museum, or public history fields through practical training and original research.
This year’s recipient, Anna Fossi, is currently completing her master’s degree in public history at Central Connecticut State University and is interested in local and community history projects, with particular emphasis on LGBTQ, Indigenous, and popular culture histories. Anna will use her experience in research and oral history documentation to work with the people of East Bridgeport’s Washington Park neighborhood to bolster our preservation efforts for future projects with the historic churches and larger community.
June 2023
Presented by The New Milford Historical Society and MuseumJune 4, 2023
Join us on June 4, 2023, to see what happened in New Milford on May 5, 1902, the day of the Great Fire.
Come take a walking tour and meet the people who were there on Railroad and Bank Streets and listen to their stories.
For more information, you can click here to get tickets on EventBrite, or contact the museum at (860) 354-3069 or nmhistorical@gmail.com
May 2023
The Great Fire of 1902 Slideshow Presented by Joe Cats and The New Milford Historical Society and Museum
May 11, 2023 at 7:00 PM at the Paul Richmond Citizen Center 40 Main Street
The fire that destroyed nearly half of New Milford’s business district on May 5, 1902, has been referred to as “The Great Fire”. It was discovered shortly before 9:00 PM in the livery stables located behind The New Milford House Hotel on Railroad Street.
The fire completely leveled the area between Main, Bridge, Railroad, and Bank Streets, thus affecting businesses, professional offices, and private dwellings. Thirty three buildings, and twelve barns and stables were burned out. No other fire in New Milford’s history had approached this magnitude.
By the next morning merchants and community members were carrying out goods to the village Green and salvaging what they could. In the midst of loss and destruction, the resilient New Milford folks remained positive and resourceful, even maintaining a sense of humor.
The New Milford we now know was rebuilt out of the ashes. Donations are appreciated.
May 2023
Check out our display case at the New Milford Public Library. On exhibit…."The Well- Dressed Victorian Lady"
Tuesday, September 5
Starts at 1:00 PM
Tuesday, October 17
Starts at 6:30 PM
Saturday, October 28
Starts at 7:00 PM
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 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 reserve yours, or call (860) 354-3069.)
Admission is $5 for adults, and children under 12 are free, as are members.
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