The 2023 season opens on Saturday, July 1, from 10AM to 3PM with two new exhibitions: “Touring the Countryside: Postcards from Cornwall, Kent, and Warren!” and “The Understory” focusing on iron mining and foundry remains still visible in the Cornwall woods, Saturdays only. “The Understory” is a revised version of the “Housatonic” exhibition previously planned.
Join us at the Cornwall Historical Society for a reception to celebrate the installation of two new exhibitions. Touring the Countryside: Postcards from Cornwall, Kent, and Warren presents a nostalgic look at Cornwall and the two towns on its southern border through vintage postcards and photos. The Understory, a project by artist Richard Klein, contemplates the remnants of [Read More...]
Christopher Wigren, author, architectural historian, and Deputy Director of Preservation Connecticut, the statewide nonprofit for preserving and promoting the state’s significant buildings, landscapes, and communities, will present a talk titled “Stories of Connecticut Architecture.” Wigren will explore the state’s rich and diverse architectural heritage by highlighting notable places across Connecticut. The event will be held Saturday, August [Read More...]
The Cornwall Historical Society invites the public to a free talk by Marena Wisniewski, titled The Sustainable Home. Saturday September 16, at 4 P.M. Meant to dispel the myth that historic homes can’t be energy efficient. 7 Pine Street Cornwall, CT
Lorraine Hammond and her husband, guitarist Bennett Hammond, offer songs and stories from and about Cornwall in an October concert at the Cornwall Historical Society. Both are singers and 5-string banjo players. Bennett is an exceptional guitarist and Lorraine an exceptional Appalachian dulcimer player as well. The program will feature songs that Lorraine learned while growing [Read More...]
Cornwall Historical Society Reception for "Mohawk Mountain: The Snow Story,” Saturday, July 6 at 4 P.M. Hear from special guests Carol Lugar and Steve Hedden of Mohawk Mountain Ski Area.
Please join us at 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 5 to celebrate the opening of our newest exhibition, Treasures from the Collection. Reception is free and open to the public.
Join artist Robert Adzema on Saturday, July 12 at 10 a.m. for a plein-air day in the enchanting Coltsfoot Valley. This area of Cornwall is known for its stunning natural beauty. Participants will gather to learn about painting and drawing in the landscape. All levels of experience are welcome. Bring your own easel, folding chair, [Read More...]
The Art of Handcrafting Shoes, workshop by Andrew Rowand recreating 17th and 18th century shoes at 2 P.M. Pre-registration required.
The Cornwall Historical Society’s annual Summer Party event is on Saturday, August 16. Save the date and join us at Yelping Hill for a talk at 3:30 p.m. by Jeremy Brecher about the community’s 103-year history. A walking (or shuttle) tour will follow and includes original leasehold sites and community buildings designed by pioneering architect [Read More...]
