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Walking Tour - Heroes of the Revolution
Walking Tour - Heroes of the Revolution
**This Tour is SOLD OUT. Email registration@litchfieldhistoricalsociety.org to be placed on a waiting list, or check out one of our upcoming tour dates!**
Date: Sunday, June 7, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Meet at the Litchfield History Museum (7 South Street, Litchfield CT)
Cost: Free for Members | $10 for Non-Members
Registration Requested
Remember America’s 250th anniversary with our popular Heroes of the Revolution Walking Tour on Sunday, June 7 at 1:00 p.m. Discover Litchfield's Revolutionary history and how Litchfield's residents young and old contributed to the founding of the nation.
The walk will begin at the Litchfield Historical Society (7 South Street) and lasts approximately 1 hour. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water. Walking tours are free for members and $10 for non-members.
Walking Tours are sponsored by Berkshire Alarm
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Knit Nights: Social Knitting Group with Alexandra Herst
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!
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Members Exclusive - Tour of LHS Archives
Members Exclusive - Tour of LHS Archives
Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: The Helga J. Ingraham Research Library (7 South Street, Litchfield CT)
Cost: Free for Members
Registration Requested
The Litchfield Historical Society is home to an extensive collection of papers, photographs, maps, and books. Held at the Helga J. Ingraham Research Library (downstairs of the Litchfield History Museum), our archives are an invaluable part of our organization. Thousands have sat in the reading room to do research, but few have seen where these treasures live. On June 10 at 5:30 p.m., LHS Members are invited to join us for tours of our Archival Storage. See how over a half mile of material is organized and prepared for researchers and get an up-close look at some of our rarest and most precious holdings.
Tours begin at 5:30 pm. Registration is required as space is extremely limited.
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Members Exclusive - Tour of LHS Archives
Members Exclusive - Tour of LHS Archives
Date: Friday, June 12, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: The Helga J. Ingraham Research Library (7 South Street, Litchfield CT)
Cost: Free for Members
Registration Requested
The Litchfield Historical Society is home to an extensive collection of papers, photographs, maps, and books. Held at the Helga J. Ingraham Research Library (downstairs of the Litchfield History Museum), our archives are an invaluable part of our organization. Thousands have sat in the reading room to do research, but few have seen where these treasures live. On June 12 at 5:30 p.m., LHS Members are invited to join us for tours of our Archival Storage. See how over a half mile of material is organized and prepared for researchers and get an up-close look at some of our rarest and most precious holdings.
Tours begin at 5:30 pm. Registration is required as space is extremely limited.
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Members Exclusive - Tour of LHS Archives
Members Exclusive - Tour of LHS Archives
Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: The Helga J. Ingraham Research Library (7 South Street, Litchfield CT)
Cost: Free for Members
Registration Requested
The Litchfield Historical Society is home to an extensive collection of papers, photographs, maps, and books. Held at the Helga J. Ingraham Research Library (downstairs of the Litchfield History Museum), our archives are an invaluable part of our organization. Thousands have sat in the reading room to do research, but few have seen where these treasures live. On June 18 at 5:30 p.m., LHS Members are invited to join us for tours of our Archival Storage. See how over a half mile of material is organized and prepared for researchers and get an up-close look at some of our rarest and most precious holdings.
Tours begin at 5:30 pm. Registration is required as space is extremely limited.
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A Guided Reading of the Declaration of Independence with Peter Vermilyea
A Guided Reading of the Declaration of Independence with Peter Vermilyea
Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: The Helga J. Ingraham Research Library (7 South Street, Litchfield CT)
Cost: Free for All
Donations Appreciated
Registration Requested
America is preparing to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. But what does this founding document really say? What were the Founder’s arguing for and why did they choose to include certain words? Join historian Peter Vermilyea for a guided reading and facilitated conversation that explores the historical context while asking questions and engaging in respectful dialogue.
Peter C. Vermilyea teaches history at Housatonic Valley Regional High School and for the University of Connecticut. He is the author several books on the history of Litchfield County, including his newest publication Litchfield County in the American Revolution.
The lecture will be held at the Litchfield History Museum, 7 South St. Litchfield, CT. Please register in advance, as space is limited. The event is free, and donations are appreciated.
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Museums and Research Library Closed
Museums and Research Library Closed
The Litchfield History Museum, Tapping Reeve House and Litchfield Law School, and the Helga J. Ingraham Research Library are closed Friday, June 19 in commemoration of Juneteenth.
The Litchfield History Museum and the Tapping Reeve House and Litchfield Law School will reopen with regular hours on Saturday, June 20.
The Helga J. Ingraham Research Library will reopen with regular hours on Tuesday, June 23.
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Walking Tour - Architecture of Litchfield
Walking Tour - Architecture of Litchfield
Date: Sunday, June 21, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Meet at the Litchfield History Museum (7 South Street, Litchfield CT)
Cost: Free for Members | $10 for Non-Members
Registration Requested
The history and stories of old Litchfield are preserved in the architecture of the town. Join us Sunday, June 21 at 1:00 p.m. to learn about the lives of past residents and how they are reflected in their architectural decisions.
The walk will begin at the Litchfield Historical Society (7 South Street) and lasts approximately 1 hour. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water. Walking tours are free for members and $10 for non-members.
Walking Tours are sponsored by Berkshire Alarm
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Embroidery Adventures Workshop for Students
Embroidery Adventures Workshop for Students
Date: June 22 - 26
Time: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Litchfield History Museum (7 South St.)
Grades: 4th-8th
Cost: $125 per child
Register Online Here
The Litchfield Historical Society’s Embroidery Adventures is a week-long workshop for Middle School & Junior High students, introducing them to the timeless art of embroidery. During the workshop, students will learn stitches and techniques and draw inspiration from the museum’s collection to create their own works of art.
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Embroidery Adventures: Workshop for Students
Embroidery Adventures: Workshop for Students
Date: June 22 - 26
Time: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Litchfield History Museum (7 South St.)
Grades: 4th-8th
Cost: $125 per child
Register Online Here
The Litchfield Historical Society’s Embroidery Adventures is a week-long workshop for Middle School & Junior High students, introducing them to the timeless art of embroidery. During the workshop, students will learn stitches and techniques and draw inspiration from the museum’s collection to create their own works of art.
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Knit Nights: Social Knitting Group with Alexandra Herst
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!
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Embroidery Adventures: Workshop for Students
Embroidery Adventures: Workshop for Students
Date: June 22 - 26
Time: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Litchfield History Museum (7 South St.)
Grades: 4th-8th
Cost: $125 per child
Register Online Here
The Litchfield Historical Society’s Embroidery Adventures is a week-long workshop for Middle School & Junior High students, introducing them to the timeless art of embroidery. During the workshop, students will learn stitches and techniques and draw inspiration from the museum’s collection to create their own works of art.
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Embroidery Adventures: Workshop for Students
Embroidery Adventures: Workshop for Students
Date: June 22 - 26
Time: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Litchfield History Museum (7 South St.)
Grades: 4th-8th
Cost: $125 per child
Register Online Here
The Litchfield Historical Society’s Embroidery Adventures is a week-long workshop for Middle School & Junior High students, introducing them to the timeless art of embroidery. During the workshop, students will learn stitches and techniques and draw inspiration from the museum’s collection to create their own works of art.
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Embroidery Adventures: Workshop for Students
Embroidery Adventures: Workshop for Students
Date: June 22 - 26
Time: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Litchfield History Museum (7 South St.)
Grades: 4th-8th
Cost: $125 per child
Register Online Here
The Litchfield Historical Society’s Embroidery Adventures is a week-long workshop for Middle School & Junior High students, introducing them to the timeless art of embroidery. During the workshop, students will learn stitches and techniques and draw inspiration from the museum’s collection to create their own works of art.
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Walking Tour - Artists of Litchfield
Walking Tour - Artists of Litchfield
Date: Sunday, June 28, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Meet at the Litchfield History Museum (7 South Street, Litchfield CT)
Cost: Free for Members | $10 for Non-Members
Registration Requested
Experience the Historic District through the eyes of artists from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, featuring their words, sketches, and paintings. Join us Sunday, June 28 at 1:00 p.m. to learn about Litchfield's artistic past.
The walk will begin at the Litchfield Historical Society (7 South Street) and lasts approximately 1 hour. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water. Walking tours are free for members and $10 for non-members.
Walking Tours are sponsored by Berkshire Alarm
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