Latest Past Events

A Century In Captivity

Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookseller 413 Main Street, Middletown

Join Denis Caron, John Mills, and MCHS Executive Director Dr. Jesse Nasta at Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore for a book talk celebrating the release of their new edition of A Century in Captivity (Wesleyan University Press). This powerful work traces the life of Prince Mortimer, an enslaved Middletown man who was imprisoned at Connecticut's notorious […]

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Revolutionary War Encampment & Battle

Durham Fairgrounds Durham

Step back into 1776 with the Durham Historical Society and Durham250! Experience living history firsthand at a Revolutionary War Encampment and Battle re-enactment. Explore authentic military camps, interact with historical re-enactors, and witness the tactical drills and battlefield action that shaped American history. Perfect for visitors of all ages.

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Hidden in Plain “Site:” The 17th-Century Hollister Farm as a Site of Wangunk Resistance and Survival in Colonial Connecticut

Wesleyan University

Join CT State Archaeologist Dr. Sarah Sportman for an insightful public lecture on the history and archaeology of the Wangunk people, the indigenous inhabitants of the lower Connecticut River Valley. Discover what archaeological research reveals about Wangunk culture, community, and enduring legacy in our region. Where: Wesleyan University, Frank Center for Public Affairs, Room 100 […]

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