Sunday, May 17 Starts at 2:00 PM
“Litchfield County & The American Revolution”
Reservations required.
$5.00 Admission for Non Members
Monday, April 27
Sewing Machines & Vintage ...
Started at 1:00 PM
In conjunction with the 250th Committee’s “Airing of the Quilts”
Tuesday, April 21
Give Local with Connecticut Co...
Started 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 lin…
Friday, February 20
Seeking Sewing Machine Loans...
Started 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 durat…
Saturday, March 28
New Milford Myths, Legends, an...
Started at 2:00 PM
A live, costumed performance with portrayals of interesting and eccentric New Milford characters.
2PM show
Admission $10.00
Reservations required
Saturday, March 28
New Milford Myths, Legends, an...
Started at 4:00 PM
A live, costumed performance with portrayals of interesting and eccentric New Milford characters.
4PM show
Admission $10.00
Reservations required
Saturday, March 21
Artisanal Pottery...
Started at 1:00 PM
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
Youtube shorts
Sunday, May 17
Starts at 2:00 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 Tuesday-Saturday 11:00 - 2:00, and by appointment! Click
here to reserve yours, or call (860) 354-3069.)
Admission is $5 for adults, and children under 12 are free, as are members.
Call (860) 354-3069 for Group Rates
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