Seeking Sewing Machine Loans
Friday, February 20
Seeking Sewing Machine Loans
Starts at 1:00 PM
We are excited to share that the New Milford Historical Society and Museum, in conjunction with the Town of New Milford’s 250th Committee’s “Airing of the Quilts”, will be opening a new exhibit on April 28, 2026. As part of this project, we are seeking sewing machines on temporary loan from members of the public.
The exhibition explores home sewing, local history, family history, and personal attachments to the family sewing machine. We are especially interested in pre 1970 models along with any stories or histories connected to them.
All loan items will be handled with professional museum care, displayed in a secure environment, and fully insured for the duration of the loan. Loan agreements will outline all details, and objects will be available for pickup at the closing of the exhibition.
If you own a sewing machine you would consider lending - or would like to learn more about the process please contact us at nmhistorical@gmail.com or call (860) 354-3069 by April 13. Photos and basic information are helpful but not required for an initial inquiry.
We would be honored to include machines from our community and to share the stories behind them.
Thank you for helping to bring this exhibition to life
Joanne Chapin and Robin Holick
Exhibit co-chairs
Artisanal Pottery
Saturday, March 21
Artisanal Pottery
Starts at 1:00 PM
A TOWN TRADITION CONTINUES
Join historian Ted Hine for a look back at the New Milford Pottery Company, known as Wannapee Pottery, founded in 1897. And its highly coveted "lettuce ware."
And 7th generation master potter Matin Malikzada for a look forward, demonstration, and special screening of a short film that follows his journey from Afghanistan to New Milford, as he works to preserve his ancestral craft in a new country.
Malikzada pottery on display and for sale through March 28
New Milford Myths, Legends, and Scams
Saturday, March 28
New Milford Myths, Legends, and Scams
Starts at 2:00 PM
A live, costumed performance with portrayals of interesting and eccentric New Milford characters.
2PM show
Admission $10.00
Reservations required
New Milford Myths, Legends, and Scams (4PM show)
Saturday, March 28
New Milford Myths, Legends, and Scams (4PM show)
Starts at 4:00 PM
A live, costumed performance with portrayals of interesting and eccentric New Milford characters.
4PM show
Admission $10.00
Reservations required
Give Local with Connecticut Community Foundation
Tuesday, April 21
Give Local with Connecticut Community Foundation
Starts at 7:00 AM
Give Local Greater Waterbury and Litchfield Hills is an extraordinary, fun and inspiring 36-hour online give-a-thon hosted by Connecticut Community Foundation that brings the community together as one—all to raise money and awareness for the vital work of hundreds of local nonprofits. Since 2013, Give Local has generated an astounding $17.2 million for our community, and the New Milford Historical Society is thrilled to be part of this amazing event.
Help us win prizes for participation and donations during this 36-hour giving campaign.
Your gift could be dramatically increased based on various gift challenges that are happening throughout the two days.
To donate, visit this link: https://www.givelocalccf.org/organizations/the-new-milford-historical-society-museum
Sewing Machines & Vintage Sewing Accessories Exhibit
Monday, April 27
Sewing Machines & Vintage Sewing Accessories Exhibit
Starts at 1:00 PM
In conjunction with the 250th Committee’s “Airing of the Quilts”
Peter Vermilyea Book Talk and Signing
Sunday, May 17
Peter Vermilyea Book Talk and Signing
Starts at 2:00 PM
“Litchfield County & The American Revolution”
Reservations required.
$5.00 Admission for Non Members
