The 1755 River Valley Mansion has been preserved in its original colonial style and has one of the largest colonial era hearth fireplaces in Connecticut.
Museum exhibits cover the town’s history from the First Peoples who resided here, the Wangunk people, through the arrival of the Colonists, 19th Century Immigration from European Countries, through the history of the mid-20th Century.
Joseph Welles was a well-known colonial era tavern owner. He built his home on the Country Road (Main Street) and in 1796, he was granted a license to operate a tavern there.
The Historical Society of Glastonbury relies on donors and members to provide operating support so that we may continue to highlight the history, people, events, and important buildings and businesses that make up the diverse history of Glastonbury. We do this by adding to our collection, repairing and maintaining our historic buildings, and offering programs and events that present our history in an interesting and informative manner to residents and guests.
Our annual takeover of the Welles-Shipman-Ward property scheduled for September 26 to 28, 2025 is being planned now, and we will begin collecting your gently used items in August. We …
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Successful Inaugural Pay It Forward Event Many thanks to the community for their generous donations to the HSG & GPIP Food Drive on Sunday, October 13th. The Glastonbury Food …
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In colonial times, all able-bodied freemen between the ages of 16 and 60 were required to train with their town’s militia. These men were part-time, non-professional fighters who had to provide their own weapons when they trained and their own clothing and food if they were away.
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Catch up on the "latest" news and gossip as the stagecoach travellers join you in the tavern. Sure to be a great time - tickets available now through April 19th!
Contact Judy.Fresk.hsg@gmail.com to reserve your (and your friends) spot!!
- Hear about :
- the most “explosive day” in Glastonbury history,
- a 19th century industrial accident at the J.B. Williams Soap Factory … his stone is written in two languages
- Glastonbury’s POW in Andersonville during the Civil War
whose body is still buried there although there are 2 stones in Green Cemetery in memory of him
… a Glastonbury patriot who fought in the American Revolution and thus gained his freedom
-a colonial family tragedy in 1748-
-and of course, Glastonbury’s famous Smith sisters!
This should be a terrific and rousing presentation, Sunday April 27. The Glastonbury Chorus and The Historical Society of Glastonbury collaborate! Tickets available at door $10, Seniors-$8.
Now here`s an idea for that special DATE NIGHT!
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