To support the effort to contain the spread of COVID-19, the Litchfield Historical Society will temporarily close until further notice. All on-site programs and events are canceled during this time.
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What’s Happening Now
Secrets of the Spy Master: Decoding the Tallmadge Story
Join the Litchfield Historical Society for a month of talks, videos, activities, and more examining Litchfield’s own Benjamin Tallmadge, the spy master for George Washington.
Antiquarian to Accredited
Antiquarian to Accredited also explores the individual stories surrounding the objects and papers in our collection. From the unique viewpoints of our staff, board members, volunteers, and other guest contributors, the labels are written in a…
Wednesdays with Carol
Introducing Wednesdays with Carol, a series that follows volunteer Carol Jones as she inventories the Society's children's clothing collection.
Sold, Made, & Grown in Litchfield
As part of the town’s 300th Anniversary celebration, Sold, Made, & Grown in Litchfield examines some of the local businesses that helped shape Litchfield’s history, the town’s unique character, and the community’s shared memories.
Litchfield: The Making of a New England Town
It is hard to imagine a place in New England with a richer story to tell than Litchfield. This exceptionally handsome town, founded in 1715 in Connecticut’s northwest hills, is considered one of the most…
MUSEUMS FREE TO ALL!
In our continuing efforts to better serve the Litchfield community we are pleased to once again offer free admission, generously sponsored by Ericson Insurance Advisors.
Resources and Databases
Or check out our other databases:
ArchivesSpace | CollectionSpace
The Litchfield Ledger | Bibliomation