Chris Paulin of MCC (pictured in center with raincoat in this 2014 photo) will describe the silk empire in Manchester at the 41st annual free walking tour of the Cheney Landmark Historic District. Donations accepted, but not mandatory. Meet in front of 146 Hartford Road, Manchester, the former Cheney Office Building, now Fuss & O’Neill. […]
Free and fun for all ages: harvest festival at the Historical Society's old Homestead. Hayrides, music, tours. Donations accepted.
Another opportunity to support this wonderful community art project, and in this case, brings us closer to the goal of erecting a full-size, bronze statue of the incredible Joe McCluskey! Road Race, runners, sporting enthusiasts, history lovers, art lovers, people interested in seeing their community shine -- and those who love coffee -- will love […]
Another opportunity to support this wonderful community art project, and in this case, brings us closer to the goal of erecting a full-size, bronze statue of the incredible Joe McCluskey! Road Race, runners, sporting enthusiasts, history lovers, art lovers, people interested in seeing their community shine -- and those who love coffee -- will love […]
The 14th annual gala -- sparkly attire suggested for this festive evening with dinner, socializing, holiday shopping, auctions, and music. Dinner choices: Rosemary Chicken, Baked Stuffed Shrimp, Prime Rib, and Vegetarian. Other diets accommodated, just let us know. Reservations and questions: 860-647-9983. $50 per person. Info and prinatble invitation on the Event page of our […]
Free “Homestead for the Holidays” with a fireside reading of Charles Dickens’s “Christmas Carol,” period crafts, tours, and refreshments. The Manchester Historical Society presents this special open house for all ages on Sunday, December 10 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., at the Cheney Homestead, 106 Hartford Road, with commentary about the house’s features and contents, […]
All welcome! Free, donations accepted. Hear about the history of this 1785 house.
Bettylou Sandy will present this thought-provoking program, open to the public. Bettylou says, "Historically, most people in Manchester have lived a lifetime without electricity. Today the power goes out and we panic. In this talk, demonstrations, and discussion, we will relive 200 years of history to learn to save electricity and live a simpler lifestyle, […]
For both amateur and more experienced genealogists. Bring in your “brick wall” problem for an open group discussion and suggested strategies for solving. Whether beginning family history research, or more experienced, often a name, place or event has been impossible to find. Stumped? Tried everything? Don’t know where to turn? Come prepared to give a […]
For both amateur and more experienced genealogists. Bring in your “brick wall” problem for an open group discussion and suggested strategies for solving. Whether beginning family history research, or more experienced, often a name, place or event has been impossible to find. Stumped? Tried everything? Don’t know where to turn? Come prepared to give a […]
In celebration of Black History Month, the Historical Society will feature an exhibit honoring the role of Manchester’s African American residents who served in the State’s African American regiment, the 29th Regiment Connecticut Volunteer Infantry. Learn about the lives of 6 soldiers from enlistment, battles they fought, and after the war. The exhibit will run […]
All welcome to this illustrated talk about Adeline Gray (1917-1975), who began parachute jumping in 1935 and worked for Pioneer Parachute. Manchester resident Jim Reuter, an engineer who recently retired from Pioneer after 52 years, will present the talk. Adeline was nationally famous for being the first person to test-jump a parachute made from nylon […]
All welcome to this illustrated talk about Adeline Gray (1917-1975), who began parachute jumping in 1935 and worked for Pioneer Parachute. Manchester resident Jim Reuter, an engineer who recently retired from Pioneer after 52 years, will present the talk. Adeline was nationally famous for being the first person to test-jump a parachute made from nylon […]
Feature movie, rated PG. $3 per person, $7 max per family. Free popcorn. Doors open at 6:30, so come a bit early to view exhibits and socialize!
Feature movie, rated PG. $3 per person, $7 max per family. Free popcorn. Doors open at 6:30, so come a bit early to view exhibits and socialize!