Future Events
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Tablescapes 2027
SAVE THE DATE! Join us on March 12th and 13th, 2027, for our 9th Tablescapes Fundraising event! Show Hours: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm on…
Past Events
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Remember Liss: A New American Founding Figure
Join historian and author Claire Bellerjeau for a one-hour program as she discusses the discovery of a new founding figure named Elizabeth, or… -
Cato in the Revolution: Spies, Slavery, Church, and Chocolate
Please join us for this 250th program to be held at the Avon Free Public Library, 281 Country Club Rd., Avon, CT, on… -
Printing Press Demo
"Printing Revolution" - Look at the role of the printing press and the printers themselves, as how the technology of printing itself was… -
Tavern Music
Please join us for this 250th program to be held at the Avon Free Public Library, 281 Country Club Rd., Avon, CT Tavern… -
A “Sneak Preview” of Renovated 1865 Pine Grove Schoolhouse
We are offering the public a “Sneak Peek” of recent renovations at the historic 1865 Pine Grove Schoolhouse, 3 Harris Road, on Sunday, September 6,…
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From the Declaration of Independence to the Gettysburg Address
From the Declaration of Independence to the Gettysburg Address Join us for an in-person, dramatic event featuring Howard Wright, Connecticut’s premier Lincoln reenactor, as Abraham…
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John Adams and Thomas Jefferson: Their Historic 50 Year Friendship
John Adams and Thomas Jefferson: Their Historic 50 Year Friendship Join us for a dramatic, in-person event with actor George Baker, who has portrayed President…
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Revolutionary War Lecture Series: The Punch of Independence
The American Revolution Wasn’t Fueled by Water! Rum, Cider, and the Punch of Independence The bottle says it all: “Samuel Adams, Brewer * Patriot.” And…
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Revolutionary War Lecture Series: Connecticut’s Declaration of Independence
Connecticut’s Declaration of Independence Did you know that Connecticut has its own Declaration of Independence? Did you know that its timing was unique to the…
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Revolutionary War Lecture Series: When the Connecticut River Decided the Revolution
When the Connecticut River Decided the Revolution Series funded by Pat Moran, and sponsored by the Avon Historical Society, Avon Library, and Avon Senior Center.…
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Reading of the Declaration of Independence
Community Reading of the Declaration of Independence Meet the Connecticut signers! On July 8, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was read in public for the…
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Through Billy Lee’s Eyes
Renowned storyteller Andre Keitt portrays William (Billy) Lee, an American enslaved man who was the personal assistant of George Washington, before, during, and after the…
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Northingmen Men Honor Roll
Commemoration and Grave Marking Join us on Sunday, May 17th, 12:00 pm for a Commemoration and Grave Marking event at the West Avon Cemetery, adjacent…
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A Revolution of Her Own
A dramatic portrayal entitled “A Revolution of Her Own!™ Deborah Sampson” will take place in the sanctuary of the West Avon Congregational Church. Sampson was…
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Tablescapes 2027
The Avon Historical Society invites the public to its eighth TABLESCAPES FUNDRAISING event showcasing 30 creative and original table settings on Friday, March 12, and…
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War Without Mercy: Author Event
War Without Mercy Join us for a moderated conversation with Mark Edward Lender, to celebrate the release of War Without Mercy. This event is part…
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The New Nation: Washington Takes the Reigns
The New Nation: Washington Takes the Reigns…and Gets a Headache Join us for another series of three in-person lectures, presented by Dr. Matthew Warshauer, CCSU…
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The Critical Period: From Articles to Constitution
Forming a New Government in the Midst of War: The Articles of Confederation” Join us for another series of three in-person lectures, presented by Dr.…
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Forming a New Government
Forming a New Government in the Midst of War: The Articles of Confederation” Join us for another series of three in-person lectures, presented by Dr.…