250th Anniversary Historic Flag Exhibit

250th Anniversary Historic Flag Exhibit

Thursday, July 2
250th Anniversary Historic Flag Exhibit
Starts at 10:00 AM

In honor of our country’s 250th birthday, we will display historic flags from our collection in the main gallery.

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TRUE “Stories from the Attic”

Sunday, July 26
TRUE “Stories from the Attic”
Starts at 2:00 PM

Join history hunter and NMHS board Trustee, Greg Van Antwerp, July 26 at 2 PM at the
New Milford Historical Society. Urban archeologist, Greg, returns with a set of stories to
not only share, but perform.

Greg also hosts “Stories from the Attic”, a podcast dedicated to covering forgotten
American history, rare documents, and artifacts hidden in attics and basements. Rather
than reselling items, he focuses on digging into the background of his discoveries and
sharing the stories of unsung heroes.

Greg has been providing his "Stories from the Attic" for over ten years.
As an avid historian and preservationist, Greg hopes to teach people how to seek out
these unique bits of hidden history so they may join him on his journey to preserve
history in its physical form for generations to come.

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Apple Festival

Saturday, September 26
Apple Festival
Starts at 10:00 AM

Visit our booth located on the green across from town hall.  Medallions, prints, and books for sale.

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Flags of Valor

Saturday, November 7
Flags of Valor
Starts at 12:00 PM

Flags of Valor will be mounted on our lawn by the Kiwanis Club Foundation of Greater Danbury on November 7, 2026 and will remain until December 5, 2026.

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NMHS Annual Tag Sale

Friday, June 26
NMHS Annual Tag Sale...
Started at 9:00 AM

Come browse and buy at the Society’s biggest fund-raising event!

Revolutionary War pop-up

Saturday, May 30
Revolutionary War pop-up...
Started at 9:00 AM

A Revolutionary War pop-up exhibit with items from our collection, will be displayed in the New Milord Public Library showcase.

Peter Vermilyea Book Talk and Signing

Sunday, May 17
Peter Vermilyea Book Talk and ...
Started at 2:00 PM

“Litchfield County & The American Revolution”
Reservations required.

$5.00 Admission for Non Members

Sewing Machines & Vintage Sewing Accessories Exhibit

Monday, April 27
Sewing Machines & Vintage ...
Started at 1:00 PM

In conjunction with the 250th Committee’s “Airing of the Quilts”

Give Local with Connecticut Community Foundation

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…

Seeking Sewing Machine Loans

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…