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.
Last year, in Episode 217, listeners were introduced to Hannah Smith. Born in 1767, Hannah was the matriarch of the non-conformist Smith Family of Glastonbury. In the 2020s, her diaries …
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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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HSG is offering tours of the old section of Green Cemetery, visiting two dozen graves and sharing the residents’ stories. Learn about some of Glastonbury’s nationally known citizens as well as hearing about the lives of some of our heroes and common folk.
Reservations are required a week in advance. Email diane.hoover.hsg@gmail.com. State your name, phone number, number of guests and the date and time you are requesting. You will receive confirmation by phone. Admission is $10 per person. Payment by check (made to HSG) or cash is due the day of the walk.
Americans REFUSED to drink British tea between 1767 and 1776 to protest taxation without representation. Gathering places called Chocolate Houses appeared in cities. Actions included boycotts and women pledging to renounce tea. Join the spirit of the time, come drink chocolate instead! And enjoy delectable accompaniments, as we celebrate our nation`s 250th Anniversary.
$40 per person. Reservations contact HSGLastEvents@gmail.com or 860-633-6890
Maple Syrup Madness may have been cancelled but you can always stop in the Museum, learn about Gbury history AND buy some maple syrup!
The photo is a colonial pipe stem from the 1600`s recovered in Glastonbury - there others on display in the museum!
Cancelled -Maple Sugar Madness will not be happening this year - too much snow.
UNFORTUNATELY due to the heavy snow we need to move this to the SNOW Date of MARCH 15th. Stay Tuned...
