On Friday, August 9th from 1-7pm come to the La Grua Center and view relics from the War of 1812. The 16 star, 16 stripe battle flag will be on display for the first time in five years, along with the John Miner coat, cannon balls, ships logs and more.
On Saturday, August 10th a Walking Tour led by Curator Beth Moore begins at 10am and focuses on the battle and key points in the village. At 11:30, come to a wreath laying and memorial service at Cannon Square where Second Selectman John Prue will be reading the names of the brave defenders of our town.
Pack a lunch and join us for a picnic on the lawn at the Old Lighthouse Museum. This relaxing outing concludes our weekend of events celebrating the 205th anniversary of the Battle of Stonington. To sweeten the deal, we're bringing dessert!
This fascinating Historic Walking Tour through the narrow streets of Stonington Borough depart on Saturdays at 11am from The Farmer’s Market at the Town Docks in June, July and August. The tour lasts about an hour. Experienced guides will share the stories of historic homes, sites, battles, the railroad and people that reflect Stonington’s rich 350 year history. Once home...
This fascinating Historic Walking Tour through the narrow streets of Stonington Borough depart on Saturdays at 11am from The Farmer’s Market at the Town Docks in June, July and August. The tour lasts about an hour. Experienced guides will share the stories of historic homes, sites, battles, the railroad and people that reflect Stonington’s rich 350 year history. Once home...
Professor Martha Cutter of the University of Connecticut presents her latest book, The Illustrated Slave. Cutter's work explores the impact that graphic depictions of slavery, as opposed to text alone, had on the abolitionist movement during the first half of the 1800s.
Nakai Northup, a museum educator with the Mashantucket Pequot Museum, will speak to the traditions, culture and food of the Pequot community, and how they might be preserved. In addition to being an historian, Northup is also an activist for native rights.
Celebrate the rejuvenation of Stonington's iconic lighthouse with the Stonington Historical Society, state & local officials, and your neighbors.
Join us for your last chance to see the Rollie McKenna exhibit, A Village Love Affair before it's gone! Come and hear from two local photographers, Francis Hills and Michelle Gemma, and Library Director Chelsea Mitchell, as they discuss what they've learned in the past year. See exclusive photographs of Rollie's personal and professional portfolios, hear oral history interviews from the people who knew her best, and interact with items recently received from Rollie's estate. This program is free and open to the public, on Thursday, November 21st at 6pm in the Woolworth Library.
Join us for the preview party for our annual wreath auction and open house.
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