Avon’s America 250 Exhibit
As part of the national commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, Avon’s America 250 Coordinating Committee invites the public to view a new exhibit in the History Corner of the Avon Free Public Library entitled “From Nutmeg Grievances to Nationhood: Avon’s Revolutionary Voice,”
Our Latest Avon Talks Podcasts
Listen to the latest Podcast as Avon Talks Host Jim Pabich welcomes Jeannie Parker, a lifelong resident who shares her memories of Camp Gertrude Bryant, Avon's Girl Scout Camp from 1947-1965. AVON TALKS, hosted by Avon Resident Jim Pabich, features episodes on local history, landmarks, and events, both historic and modern,
Avon’s America 250 Celebration Dates
As part of the national commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, Avon’s America 250 Coordinating Committee invites the public to several events taking place throughout the year. All events are free to attend unless otherwise specified.
Announcing Tablescapes 2026 Winners!
Tablescapes 2026 was a huge success, with plans for 2027 already underway! Save the date for March 12 & 13, 2027! Our thanks to all who came out to the event. We had a record number of visitors this year! And kudos to all of the exhibitors! Their tables were
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
Connecticut Freedom Trail Dedication
Thank you to those who were with us Monday night at the incredible event uplifting the story of Pvt. Leverett Holden and the 29th CT and putting his memorial stone, officially, on the CT Freedom Trail. The response was overwhelming and we are sure what those in attendance saw and
We Are the Sons of Freedom Exhibit
Step back in time and discover the spirit of revolution in your own backyard. The Avon ‘s America 250 Coordinating Committee and the Avon Historical Society invites you to visit “We Are the Sons of Freedom,” a new historical exhibit on display now through the end of May in the
Avon Talks Podcast #14 Available
In 1736, Benjamin Franklin founded the Union Fire Company in Philadelphia. This would be the first volunteer fire department of its kind in the United States and laid the foundations for a tradition that continues to be practiced throughout many American towns today. Avon is one such town. The Avon
Terri Wilson Name Avon Citizen of the Year Award
At the November Avon Chapter of UNICO National meeting, they presented the 27th annual Avon Citizen of the Year Award to Terri Wilson, President of the Avon Historical Society. Wilson’s acceptance speech was a lively local history lesson and an update on the progress of the new Avon History Museum,
Avon Talks Podcast #13 Available
The next edition of AVON TALKS, the podcast from the Avon Historical Society, is now available via this link. Podcast #13 includes a conversation with Janet Carville of The Pickin Patch Farm, a lifelong resident of Avon who talks about the devastating flood of 1955. Avon Talks is available on: Spotify Apple Podcasts YouTube Music