Clinton Historical Society

Morgan School Founders Day – Sunday April 10th 2 pm

2011-03-25T09:18:00.000-04:00

The Clinton Historical Society, Morgan School Alumni Assocation, and Morgan School are co-sponsoring Morgan Founders Day, a celebration of the history of Morgan School.

The Morgan School was founded in 1870 with a gift of former Clinton resident and shipping magnate Charles Morgan. Since its founding the Morgan School has been a center of life in the town of Clinton. The Morgan School was originally located on Main St. next to the current Pierson School, and moved to its current location on the Killingworth Turnpike in 1951.

The Founder’s Day Program will be a chance for Morgan graduates and residents of Clinton to learn more about the history of the Morgan School. The program will include a short history on Charles Morgan, a description of life as a student at the original Morgan, a short illustrated talk about the history of the Morgan School, a panel discussion with current and former teachers and students, and an opportunity to take a tour of the school led by current students.

The program will begin at 2 pm in the Morgan School Library.

Two Spring Lectures Sponsored by The Clinton Historical Society

2010-02-25T10:24:00.004-05:00

Two Spring Lectures Sponsored by The Clinton Historical Society

Shore Line Electric Railway Lecture on Sunday, March 7, 2010
2010 is the 100th anniversary of the coming of Shore Line Electric Railway to Clinton and the rest of the shoreline. E.C. Schroeder will present a lecture on the construction, impact, and disappearance on Sunday March 7th at 2 pm in the Community Room at Henry Carter Hull Library in Clinton. E.C. Schroeder, who has presented several lectures in the past on topics relating to Clinton history such as railroads, maps, and photographs will use newspaper articles, photographs, maps to describe this fascinating chapter in Clinton’s history.

Eliot Ironworks Lecture on Sunday, April 11, 2010
Our second spring lecture is on colonial ironmaking and the Eliot Ironworks in colonial Killingworth will be held on Sunday April 11th at 2 pm at the Community Room at Henry Carter Hull Library in Clinton. Robert Gordon, senior research scientist at Geophysics at Yale University and Michael Raber, consultant in industrial history and cultural resource management and owner of Raber Associates, have written extensively on colonial ironmaking and recently published an article in Connecticut History on Jared Eliot and ironmaking in colonial Connecticut.

Fall Lecture offered at Henry Carter Hull Library

2009-11-10T09:51:00.002-05:00

Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Henry Carter Hull Library and the Clinton Historical Society, Timothy Young, a curator from Yale University's Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, will present a lecture on the history of children's literature on Wednesday, November 18 at 6:30 p.m. Young is author of "Drawn to Enchant: original children's book art in the Betsy Beinecke Shirley collection." This book illuminates the development of children's books from the early days of American Independence to present day. Young will present a slide show tour of the collection and will discuss the history of children's literature in Connecticut. This event is free and open to the public.

Museum Room Open During Christmas in Clinton

2009-11-10T09:36:00.002-05:00

The Museum Room of William Stanton Andrews Memorial Town Hall will be open during Christmas in Clinton festivities on December 6, from 2-6 p.m. Make paper snowflakes to take home or to decorate the museum, and enjoy gingersnaps as you tour the exhibits and shop for holiday gifts. This is also a chance for you to view this year's special exhibit "Clinton Art Society Celebrates 60 Years." Admission is free. For further information, please call (860)664-1771.

Open House at Old Brick during Christmas in Clinton

2009-11-10T09:25:00.002-05:00

Christmas in Clinton is a great tradition in town, and would not be complete without a visit to Old Brick. Travel back in time as you step into Old Brick on December 6 from 3-7 p.m. A crackling fire, the beauty of historic holiday decorations, and the smell of hot mulled cider await you. A Victorian family in period dress will be featured, along with readings of "The Night Before Christmas," tours of Old Brick, and live harp music. You may even run into our festive carolers spreading good cheer along Main Street.
Our gift shop will also be open, offering items such as scented candles, Williamsburg soaps, Primrose Path Collectible Buildings, and many more items.

Holiday Luncheons at Old Brick

2009-11-10T09:14:00.002-05:00

Our annual Holiday Luncheons at Old Brick are scheduled for December 8, 9, and 10 at noon. A festively-decorated Old Brick is the place to be to enjoy good food and good cheer with friends and family. This year's expanded menu includes artichoke and romaine salad with vidalia onion dressing, lemon chicken, butternut-sweet potato streusel, buttered string beans, corn bread, punch or wine, coffee/tea, and mini bundt cake topped with hot fudge and whipped cream.

This luncheon is very popular, and it is recommended that you make your reservations early. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to dine in a gracious historic setting. Dress is festive, and this event is open to the public. The cost is $16 for CHS members and their guests, and $18 for non-members. Please send your check, payable to The Clinton Historical Society in care of Mary Bovich, 87 Waterside Lane, Clinton, CT 06413. For more information, please call (860)669-5318.

The Clinton Historical Society Annual Ghost Walk, 10/28/09

2009-10-08T10:50:00.000-04:00

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

2 Tours will be Offered: 7 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Are you really for thrills and chills? Join us for an evening of haunted house tours, marshmallow roasting, and ghost stories. We will visit the historic Stanton House, Liberty Street Bed & Breakfast, and the Elisha White House. A bonfire will begin at 7 p.m. Prior to the walk, groups will meet at the Elisha White House (Old Brick, 103 E. Main Street, Clinton.) To schedule a tour, please contact Claudia at (860) 669-7814. A $10 admission fee is requested the evening of the event. Space is limited, and early registration is advised.

Clinton Historical Society Membership Drive

2009-10-07T14:44:00.003-04:00

Here’s your chance to help CHS to preserve and protect the history and heritage of Clinton, Connecticut. Renew your membership today to help us in our efforts and to continue offering programs and events for the entire community to enjoy. New members are also welcome. Click Here for more information.

Clinton Authors Wanted

2009-10-07T14:43:00.001-04:00

If you are a Clinton resident and are a published author of fiction or non-fiction, Clinton Historical Society George Flynn Librarians Bert and Ginny Godwin would like to hear from you. Your book will be collected and included in the George Flynn Library. Please contact the Godwins at 860-669-2148.