Tablescapes 2024 In Review
On behalf of the Avon Historical Society, we wish to thank the exhibitors, attendees, sponsors and many volunteers who made TABLESCAPES 2024 a great success! This fundraiser has been held every year, except during the pandemic, since 2018. In time for Spring, the event showcases the incredible talent of individuals,
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
Northwest Community Bank Donation
Last month The Northwest Community Bank Foundation awarded a $1,000 grant to the Avon Historical Society toward the creation of interpretive history panels in their new museum opening in 2024. The “Avon History Museum” will be at 8 E. Main Street (Route 44) in a 200-year-old one room schoolhouse currently
History of the New Haven Railroad Exhibit Opens
“History of the New Haven Railroad from Steam to Electric” exhibit open from July through August The Avon Historical Society announces the new exhibit in the History Corner of the Avon Free Public Library is entitled, “History of the New Haven Railroad.” Located on the first floor of the library at
Avon History Museum Renovations Begin!
In partnership with the Town of Avon, The Avon Historical Society, Inc. is happy to announce that renovations of the 200-year-old one-room schoolhouse, located at 8 East Main Street (Route 44), have commenced! Set in Avon's original and historic center, the Avon History Museum will open in 2024. Schoolhouse No.
AVON TALKS PODCAST LAUNCHED
The Avon Historical Society announces that it has launched a monthly podcast entitled AVON TALKS which will feature episodes relating to local history, landmarks, and events both historic and modern that shape the community in which we live. AVON TALKS is the creation of Avon resident, Ethan Guo, a rising
Avon History Museum to Open in 2024!
In partnership with the Town of Avon, The Avon Historical Society, Inc. is happy to announce that renovations of the 200-year-old one-room schoolhouse located at 8 East Main Street (Route 44), have commenced! Set in Avon's original and historic center, the Avon History Museum will open in 2024. Schoolhouse No.
AHS Recipent of BIG Y Avon Donation Program
The Avon Historical Society has been selected as a Big Y Community Bag Program Beneficiary for the month of July 2023. The Big Y Community Bag Program, which launched in January 2019, is a reusable bag program that facilitates community support with the goal to make a difference in the communities
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
Titantic and Her Sisters” Presentation
The public is invited to an in-person presentation entitled “Titanic and Her Sisters” on Monday, May 1 at 2:00 pm in the Community Room of the Avon Free Public Library. This event, sponsored by the Avon Historical Society, will feature historian Philip Vitiello who will open a two-month exhibit, by