A meeting for both amateur and more experienced genealogists. Free for Society members, $3 for non-members. Our genealogy library is open Wednesday through Friday, 10:00 to 2:00, and Saturday, 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. -- same hours as History Center, where it is located. Questions: 860-647-9983.
Meet at the Land Trust boulder at the small parking lot on Spring Street near the bridge and waterfall, not far from the intersection of Spring Street and Glen Road, Manchester (GPS 670 Spring Street.). We'll start with commentary on the Case Brothers National Historic District and then visit the paper mill and mansion areas. […]
Generally open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 10:00 to 2:00, and Saturday 12:00 noon to 4:00, except holidays. Located in the former Cheney Machine Shop, 175 Pine Street at the corner of Forest Street, the building was constructed beginning in 1895; it is on the National Register. Within 42,000 square feet, the Center houses permanent and temporary […]
Generally open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 10:00 to 2:00, and Saturday 12:00 noon to 4:00, except holidays. Located in the former Cheney Machine Shop, 175 Pine Street at the corner of Forest Street, the building was constructed beginning in 1895; it is on the National Register. Within 42,000 square feet, the Center houses permanent and temporary […]
Generally open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 10:00 to 2:00, and Saturday 12:00 noon to 4:00, except holidays. Located in the former Cheney Machine Shop, 175 Pine Street at the corner of Forest Street, the building was constructed beginning in 1895; it is on the National Register. Within 42,000 square feet, the Center houses permanent and temporary […]
The former Cheney School, built in 1859, houses permanent and special exhibits, maps, school information, Pitkin glass, Cheney silk, etc. Hosts Bob Kanehl and Art Pongratz can help answer local-history questions, and there's a museum shop to browse -- books and maps about local history, as well as gifts for yourself or others. Free admission, […]
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.
Manchester Historical
Society
175 Pine Street
Manchester, CT 06040
860-647-9983
