Open House!
Woodbridge Farmstead 495 Middle Tpke E, Manchester, CT, United StatesJoin the team at the Woodbridge Farmstead every other Sunday for a fun time.
Join the team at the Woodbridge Farmstead every other Sunday for a fun time.
Usually open 1:00 to 4:00 on the second Sunday of each month except holidays, and also by appointment and for special events.
Sunday, February 18 at 1:00 p.m., history walk along the old Cheney Railroad.
Who were the people who were already settled on the land when Europeans first arrived in Southern New England, and where did they come from? Learn more!
Who were the people who were already settled on the land when Europeans first arrived in Southern New England, and where did they come from? Learn more!
The Old Manchester Museum at 126 Cedar Street, is usually open the first Saturday of the month, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. May through December except holidays.
The walks get people to tell stories about their communities, explore their cities, and connect with neighbors. About one hour; moderately paced half mile. Rain or shine. Free.
All welcome to visit the historic barns and grounds, and take a self-guided tour of the downstairs of the c. 1830 house. Located at 495 Middle Turnpike East, at Manchester Green. Special activities on May 5: • A 10-minute video, "A Conversation with Thelma," wherein Thelma Woodbridge talks about her home and the history of […]
The Historical Society's Genealogy Group usually meets on the second Wednesday of the month. Society members free, non-members $3.00.
75-minute walk through historic districts, starting at corner of Myrtle and Linden streets in Center Memorial Park -- viewing the work of artists and architects, noting their contributions to the culture, aesthetic, and economy of Manchester. This will be a somewhat hilly two-mile walk mostly on sidewalks. Rain or shine; extreme weather cancels. Park at […]
Usually open 1:00 to 4:00 on the second Sunday of each month except holidays, and also by appointment and for special events. /$5 suggested donation.
Please consider a donation to the annual fund to support the operations and mission of the Historical Society. A donation in any amount may be mailed to 175 Pine Street, Manchester, CT 06040. If you would like an annual appeal packet mailed to you, please email newsletter@manchesterhistory.org with your home mailing address. Thank you! To […]