Event Calendar

Thu Nov 6

  • A Night with Viking

     

    Date: Thursday, November 6

    Time: 6:30 p.m.

    Location: The Litchfield History Museum (7 South Street)

    Cost: Free

    Registration Required


    Considering a cruise? Join us for A Night with Viking! The Litchfield Historical Society is excited to welcome Lauren Green, Director, Business Development at Viking® and Donna Pace of Litchfield, our local Viking specialist and Travel Advocate for an evening of education, exploration and culture.
     
    Founded with the vision that travel could be more destination focused and culturally immersive, Viking has offered enriching voyages since 1997. Join us for a presentation on Viking river, ocean, and expedition voyages designed for the curious traveler with interest in science, history, and culture. Onboard and ashore, Viking offers unparalleled access with world-renowned experts, including historians, local chefs, and famous theater companies.

    In addition to the presentation, there will be a Q & A were we will share a collection of diaries, photos, and letters from some of Litchfield’s most prolific travelers.

Tue Nov 11

  • 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!  

     

Tue Nov 25

  • 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!  

     

Wed Dec 3

  • Community Read: The U.S. Constitution with the League of Women Voters of Litchfield County

     

    Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025

    Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

    Location: The Litchfield History Museum (7 South Street, Litchfield, CT 06759) 

    Cost: FREE

    Registration Requested - Space is Limited

    In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary,the League of Women Voters of Litchfield County and the Litchfield HistoricalSociety are excited to invite the community to read and reflect on the U.S.Constitution.

     On Wednesday,December 3rd at 6:30 p.m. at the Litchfield History Museum, joinmoderators Ben Solnit and Richard Quay for a facilitated conversation toprovide historical context, clarify key principles, and offer participants anopportunity to ask questions and engage in respectful dialogue about ournation's founding document. 

    The conversation will be moderated by two local lawyers,Richard Quay and Ben Sonit. Richard Quay, apast Litchfield Historical Society Board Member, started his career as alitigator in state and federal courts before his professional career becamefocused on the international oil and gas industry. Richard currently serviceson the boards of the White Memorial Foundation and the Greater LitchfieldPreservation Trust. We are thankful to have Richard, with a passion for UnitedStates History, the law and civil discourse, generously agree to share the roleof presenter and moderator for this program on the United States Constitution. Ben A. Solnit, a League member, was a commercial litigator for 23 years andcontinues practicing law as a volunteer consumer attorney with ConnecticutLegal Services. He is past President of New Haven Legal Assistance Associationand of the ACLU of Connecticut and is President of the Morris Land Trust. Weare thrilled to have Ben A. Solnit, recipient of the ACLU Champion of LibertyAward, as a shared presenter and moderator of this discussion on the UnitedStates Constitution.

    Copies of a US Constitution booklet can be picked up at theLitchfield History Museum starting Nov 10. To read the US Constitutiononline visit https://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/constitution-transcript or to listento an audio version visit https://librivox.org/united-states-constitution-and-amendments-by-united-states-government/.

    The conversations will be held at the LitchfieldHistory Museum, 7 South St. Litchfield, CT. The event is free, and donationsare appreciated.