Join the Wilton Historical Society on Thursday, June 18 at 7 p.m. for a presentation by Prof. Eric Zuelow exploring the history of travel and tourism in Wilton and as a global phenomenon. Tourism is far more than a pastime. It is an economic engine, a source of cultural propaganda, a pathway to self-improvement and […]
Step into the past and experience the birth of a community in The Petition of Faith (1726), an immersive walking theater experience through the historic grounds of Sharp Hill Cemetery on Saturday, June 20. Guided by a young girl named Faith, audiences journey back to a time when the residents of Wilton faced a difficult […]
Kick off the summer season with an afternoon of history, hands-on activities, and family-friendly fun at the Wilton Historical Society’s Revolutionary War Open House! This special event invites visitors of all ages to explore the past through live demonstrations, interactive experiences, and a lively outdoor atmosphere. Throughout the afternoon, skilled demonstrators will bring traditional trades […]
The Historic District and Historic Properties Commission meets to discuss the administration and preservation of historically significant buildings, objects and areas in Wilton for economic, educational and general welfare purposes. The public can attend these open meetings via Zoom.
The Historic District and Historic Properties Commission meets to discuss the administration and preservation of historically significant buildings, objects and areas in Wilton for economic, educational and general welfare purposes. […]
Join the Wilton Historical Society on Thursday, Aug. 20, at 7 p.m. for a presentation by professor emerita and publisher Kathy Hermes. The talk will explore how women contributed to […]
The Cannon Grange is delighted to announce the return of its annual Agricultural Fair on Sunday, Aug. 30, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Grange Hall (25 Cannon Rd.). This year's fair promises a full day of community fun, contests and creativity, in what organizers proudly call "the sweetest little fair in the […]
This year we commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution! Join us at the Wilton Historical Society on Wednesday, Sept. 2 at 7 p.m. for a presentation about music […]
The Historic District and Historic Properties Commission meets to discuss the administration and preservation of historically significant buildings, objects and areas in Wilton for economic, educational and general welfare purposes. […]
The historical importance of the American War of Independence for Black Americans is unquestionable. The number of Black men who served in the military during this war is between 5,000 and 10,000. But how do we remember and memorialize Black Patriots and history makers from that era? What lenses do we look through to see […]
