Announcing Tablescapes 2026!
The Avon Historical Society invites the public to their 7th TABLESCAPES Fundraiser, an event showcasing 30 creative and original table settings on Friday, March 13, 2026, from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, with a cash bar from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm, and Saturday, March 15, 2026, from 10:00 am to 4:00
Landscaping at the New Museum
What an amazing transformation! We give huge thanks to Richter & Cegan Inc. Richter & Cegan is one of the most respected Landscape Architecture and Urban Design firms in the region, and we were so lucky to have them donate many hours to the design of the entire grounds. Then
Avon Historical Society Turns 50!
To begin a year-long celebration of special events, we have installed an exhibit of a select few artifacts from its collection of over 700 in the display cases of the History Corner of the Avon Free Public Library, 281 Country Club Road, Avon, CT. On Dec. 31, 1973, eight Society
Pine Grove Schoolhouse 2023 Season
The Avon Historical Society welcomes the public to a family-friendly OPEN HOUSE of the 1865 Pine Grove Schoolhouse, 3 Harris Street (West Avon Road/Route 167) on Sunday, June 5. After that, it will be open to the public every Sunday through September from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. Last year’s opening
Historic Quilt made in Avon on Display
Two Historic Avon 19th Century Quilts on Display Free One Time Event: February 18, 2023, 1 pm - 3 pm by Nora O. Howard, Historian of the Town of Avon and of the Avon Congregational Church - [email protected] After more than 170 years in private hands, two remarkable quilts made in
Artifact Identification Day
The time slots are filling up fast, so register soon if you are interested!
Pine Grove Schoolhouse Reopening Celebration
After a two-year hiatus, we welcome everyone to visit the 1865 Pine Grove Schoolhouse on Sunday, June 5 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm featuring some new things to learn and enjoy. Due to the pandemic, the site was closed in 2020 and 2021. To celebrate the new tourist season, the
REFRESH CT Wins Tablescapes Award
Tablescapes 2022 was a HUGE success! Special thanks to the event co-chairs Mary Harrop and Sharon Genovese and Avon Historical Society President Terri Wilson. We also want to thank all of our volunteers, The North House for hosting the event, the event attendees, and most importantly the very creative exhibitors!
Tableware Tag Sale at Tablescapes
This year at Tablescapes, held on March 18 & 19, we will feature a “Tableware Tag Sale” The tag sale will feature gently used, antique or vintage dishes, platters, bowls, glassware, silverware, casserole dishes, baking dishes, and baking supplies all priced to sell, with proceeds benefitting the Avon Historical Society. Do
Avon Winterfest 2021
Save the Dates! Dec 3 - 5, 2021 for Avon Winterfest 2021. This inaugural event is being created by Bottoms Up - a 501(c)(3) public charity supporting patients and families with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis and Dom's Coffee Shop. Proceeds will be in support of Connecticut Children's Center for
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