- Tue May 26
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Knit Nights: Social Knitting Group with Alexandra Herst
Every other Tuesday
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: The Litchfield History Museum (7 South Street)
FREE
Registration not required
Join us for a bi-weekly knitting social meetup at the Litchfield Historical Society, where you can meet other knitters, get your questions answered about tricky patterns, and expand your knowledge. No experience is necessary, just a desire to learn to knit! Bring a project to work on and enjoy the company of your fellow crafters. It's a great place to roundtable your ideas and workshop any hiccups you might be encountering in your project.
Hosted by Alexandra Herst, a local knitting & crafting enthusiast, is a deep believer in the capability of anyone to master the complexities of knitting, she takes the approach of empowering beginners through education to further their skills and encourage their creativity!
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- Fri May 29
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Looking Ahead - Art Auction Benefiting the Litchfield Historical Society
Date: Friday, May 29
Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Location: The Litchfield History Museum, 7 South Street
Advance Tickets - $35 | $45 at the doorThe Litchfield Historical Society is excited to announce the return of our silent auction art show this spring with Looking Ahead on Friday, May 29!
This fundraiser features a silent auction of small works donated by your favorite local artists, giving you the chance to support the LHS and take home a unique work!
Join us for Looking Ahead on Friday, May 29 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Litchfield History Museum. An evening of local art, hors d’oeuvres, and cocktails, it is not to be missed!Proceeds benefit our mission and community-focused operations.
$35 Advance Tickets | $45 at the door
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- Fri Jun 5
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Ingraham Research Library Closed - AM
The Helga J. Ingraham Research Library will be closed until 1:00 on Friday, June 5. The Litchfield History Museum is open with regular hours.
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- Sun Jun 7
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Walking Tour - Heroes of the Revolution
Date: Sunday, June 7, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Meet at the Litchfield History Museum (7 South Street, Litchfield CT)
Cost: Free for Members | $10 for Non-Members
Registration Requested
Remember America’s 250th anniversary with our popular Heroes of the Revolution Walking Tour on Sunday, June 7 at 1:00 p.m. Discover Litchfield's Revolutionary history and how Litchfield's residents young and old contributed to the founding of the nation.
The walk will begin at the Litchfield Historical Society (7 South Street) and lasts approximately 1 hour. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water. Walking tours are free for members and $10 for non-members.
Walking Tours are sponsored by Berkshire Alarm
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- Tue Jun 9
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Knit Nights: Social Knitting Group with Alexandra Herst
Every other Tuesday
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: The Litchfield History Museum (7 South Street)
FREE
Registration not required
Join us for a bi-weekly knitting social meetup at the Litchfield Historical Society, where you can meet other knitters, get your questions answered about tricky patterns, and expand your knowledge. No experience is necessary, just a desire to learn to knit! Bring a project to work on and enjoy the company of your fellow crafters. It's a great place to roundtable your ideas and workshop any hiccups you might be encountering in your project.
Hosted by Alexandra Herst, a local knitting & crafting enthusiast, is a deep believer in the capability of anyone to master the complexities of knitting, she takes the approach of empowering beginners through education to further their skills and encourage their creativity!
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- Sun Jun 21
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Walking Tour - Architecture of Litchfield
Date: Sunday, June 21, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Meet at the Litchfield History Museum (7 South Street, Litchfield CT)
Cost: Free for Members | $10 for Non-Members
Registration RequestedThe history and stories of old Litchfield are preserved in the architecture of the town. Join us Sunday, June 21th at 1:00 p.m. to learn about the lives of past residents and how they are reflected in their architectural decisions.
The walk will begin at the Litchfield Historical Society (7 South Street) and lasts approximately 1 hour. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water. Walking tours are free for members and $10 for non-members.
Walking Tours are sponsored by Berkshire Alarm
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- Mon Jun 22
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Embroidery Adventures Workshop for Students
Date: June 22 - 26
Time: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Litchfield History Museum (7 South St.)
Grades: 4th-8th
Cost: $125 per child
Register Online Here
The Litchfield Historical Society’s Embroidery Adventures is a week-long workshop for Middle School & Junior High students, introducing them to the timeless art of embroidery. During the workshop, students will learn stitches and techniques and draw inspiration from the museum’s collection to create their own works of art.
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- Tue Jun 23
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Embroidery Adventures: Workshop for Students
Date: June 22 - 26
Time: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Litchfield History Museum (7 South St.)
Grades: 4th-8th
Cost: $125 per child
Register Online Here
The Litchfield Historical Society’s Embroidery Adventures is a week-long workshop for Middle School & Junior High students, introducing them to the timeless art of embroidery. During the workshop, students will learn stitches and techniques and draw inspiration from the museum’s collection to create their own works of art. -
Knit Nights: Social Knitting Group with Alexandra Herst
Every other Tuesday
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: The Litchfield History Museum (7 South Street)
FREE
Registration not required
Join us for a bi-weekly knitting social meetup at the Litchfield Historical Society, where you can meet other knitters, get your questions answered about tricky patterns, and expand your knowledge. No experience is necessary, just a desire to learn to knit! Bring a project to work on and enjoy the company of your fellow crafters. It's a great place to roundtable your ideas and workshop any hiccups you might be encountering in your project.
Hosted by Alexandra Herst, a local knitting & crafting enthusiast, is a deep believer in the capability of anyone to master the complexities of knitting, she takes the approach of empowering beginners through education to further their skills and encourage their creativity!
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- Wed Jun 24
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Embroidery Adventures: Workshop for Students
Date: June 22 - 26
Time: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Litchfield History Museum (7 South St.)
Grades: 4th-8th
Cost: $125 per child
Register Online Here
The Litchfield Historical Society’s Embroidery Adventures is a week-long workshop for Middle School & Junior High students, introducing them to the timeless art of embroidery. During the workshop, students will learn stitches and techniques and draw inspiration from the museum’s collection to create their own works of art.
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