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As we approach the end of the fiscal year, we are filled with gratitude for the support you have extended to the Litchfield Historical Society (LHS). Much like our community is composed of many businesses, homes, and locales, LHS is more than a singular place. Our operations encompass the Litchfield History Museum, Helga J. Ingraham Research Library, Tapping Reeve House and Litchfield Law School, and Tapping Reeve Meadow. Beyond our physical locations, we are the connections we make with each other, the programs and exhibits that challenge and inspire our visitors, and the moments of meaning that allow us to find commonality through our shared history.
Connecting our community and visitors to the history of Litchfield is not something we can do alone, however. Our successes are made possible by generous supporters like you – partners who understand the many ways museums help us discover our past, consider our lives today, and forge pathways to the future.
Whether you are a recurring donor or someone who has recently discovered the organization, your commitment to our work is indispensable. With your support we are able to maintain our facilities and grounds, retain our talented staff, and care for the historic collections that document Litchfield’s history.At LHS we also present a broad range of offerings to meet the interests of all our visitors. Just a few examples of the 2024 accomplishments your support made possible include:
We engaged with people around the nation and globe through our virtual programming exploring the stories of Connecticut’s Western Reserve, as well as the history of needlework.
This Fall our exhibit, To Come To A Land of Milk and Honey, was honored with an Award of Merit from the Connecticut League of Museums.
Partnering with the Connecticut DEEP and Friends of Topsmead State Forest, we were able to bring our members into the historic home of Edith Morton Chase.
We welcomed countless school children through our doors to explore local history and discover new and exciting things about their town.
Through onsite and email services we assisted researchers of all ages and abilities in using our accessible collections to uncover new understandings of the past.
We refined our collections and added new objects documenting Litchfield’s history, including works of art ranging from a schoolgirl needlework made in 1803 to a lithograph completed in 1980 by noted Black artist Benny Andrews.
As the cradle of American law, we welcomed visitors from around the globe to the Litchfield Law School to explore the ongoing legacy and impact of Tapping Reeve and his students.
To play your role in helping LHS thrive, we invite you to make a tax-deductible gift to the 2024 Annual Appeal.
Your generosity plays a crucial role in enabling us to fulfill our mission, and without your gift we cannot be the organization we are today. Operating almost entirely on private donations and our endowment, your support is crucial to our operations. Together we can continue to illuminate the impactful history of Litchfield, enabling each of us to construct meaning from the past for today and tomorrow.
We know there are many worthy organizations asking for your support, and we thank you for your consideration and for proudly saying, “History Matters!” by donating today.
With Gratitude,
Jessica Jenkins
Executive Director
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The Litchfield Historical Society is a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization.
