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Del norte county historical society main museum-area museums
The Del Norte County Historical Society welcomes you to its Online Web Site. As this site is developed, you will be able to view some of the documents and images that are currently found in our museums and archives at either the Main Museum, located in the former County Hall of Records on the corner … Continue reading
New Haven Museum and Historical Society hours
There is always something to see at NHMHS! The Historical Society’s museum consists of four on-going exhibition galleries devoted to topics in New Haven history and three temporary galleries that display specially themed exhibitions. There is also artwork and decorative arts displayed throughout the public areas of the building and occasional rotating mini-exhibitions in our … Continue reading
Museum of Andover History
The Museum of Andover History has over 100 enlarged and enhanced photographs, maps, documents, and paintings of Andover and its people from past years. It also contains a huge mural painted by local artists that shows major events in Andover’s history from the 1600 on. Another area has antiques and other articles that will help … Continue reading
Falls Village – Canaan Historical Society Museum
The Falls Village – Canaan Historical Society is an educational non-profit organization committed to the preservation of the architectural heritage of the towns of Canaan and North Canaan. The peacefulness of Canaan, the second smallest town in Connecticut, belies a history that is anything but quiet. For it was here, beginning in the early 18th … Continue reading
Fairfield Museum and History Center
Our Mission The mission of the Fairfield Museum and History Center is to collect, preserve, and interpret the history of Fairfield, Connecticut and surrounding regions for present and future generations. The museum fulfills its mission through the preservation and exhibition of regional material culture and by sharing its collections through innovative educational programs for children … Continue reading
East Haddam Historical Society Museum
Among the highlights of the museum are a photographic display of the rise and fall of the Industrial Age in Moodus Village, Native American artifacts dating to 1300 B.C. a photographic exhibit of the building of the East Haddam swing bridge, and a collection of changing fashions with period costumes on display. The East Haddam … Continue reading
Canton Historical Museum
The Canton Historical Museum is a non-profit, volunteer-run organization displaying a record of life in the town of Canton. Our artifacts and information span from the time of the Native Americans through Canton’s growth as a farming community, to its rich history at the forefront of the Industrial Revolution and as a thriving town during … Continue reading
Brookfield Museum and Historical Society
The Brookfield Museum and Historical Society, founded in 1968, is the only organization in town whose purpose is to preserve Brookfield history. We believe that significant facts, documents, and artifacts must be preserved, documented and made a part of Brookfield’s permanent heritage. Thus the purpose of the Brookfield Museum and Historical Society is to collect … Continue reading
Capitola Historical Museum in Capitola
The Capitola Historical Museum maintains extensive collections of photographs and artifacts related to Capitola’s history, and offers changing exhibits on the history and art of the area, as well as on special seasonal and topical themes. Museum grounds now include a reconstructed cottage from the era of the early 20th century beach resort, and a … Continue reading
Valley Museum of History in San Francisco Bay Area
The Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum collects and shares with its visitors the fascinating history of the City of Vallejo and the U.S. Navy at Mare Island. The Museum presents exhibits and programs that explore and celebrate the diverse cultural traditions of the community. The Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum preserves and exhibits the diverse … Continue reading