Farm Team: Wilton’s Semi-Pro Baseball Team A Lecture from Wilton Historical Society Director Nick Foster Thursday, May 15, 6:30 to 7:30 PM Baseball is America’s pastime for a reason. Since the 1800s, the game has grown alongside the country, reflecting national changes and trends. This story has played out not just in Major League ballparks, […]
Enjoy great food, immersive experiences, community unity, all while supporting Wilton’s museum at the Wilton Historical Society’s Food Truck Festival. On Sunday, June 1, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. join Wilton Historical at Schenck’s Island and Chess Park (202 Old Ridgefield Rd.) to feast from a collection of the area’s finest food trucks, with all proceeds to […]
Step back in time and explore history in an engaging, hands-on way at our Wilton Historical Society Open House events once a month. Our Open House Events are a special opportunity for visitors to experience the rich heritage of early American life. Each month features a unique demonstration highlighting traditional skills and trades that were […]
Get ready for a day of excitement and learning as the Wilton Historical Society partners with Wilton High School’s National Honor Society to present “Once Upon a Time!” a new program to get local kids excited about history. Mark your calendars for Saturday, Sept. 20, from 12-4 p.m. at the Wilton Historical Society. “Once Upon […]
The 5th Annual Great Wilton Pumpkin Fest will return to the Wilton Historical Society on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 1-3 p.m. It’s fun for all ages with all things pumpkin! Join knowledgeable docents in cooking pumpkin pancakes over an open hearth and blacksmithing in the forge, try out a handful of fall-themed lawn games, or […]
On Thursday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m., historian and award-winning costumer Jess Bolduc will lead a lecture on the customs and traditions of Victorian mourning at the Wilton Historical Society. In the 19th century, grief was expressed through carefully observed rules of dress, etiquette, and memorial practices that shaped how families navigated loss. From mourning […]
One of the most cherished of Wilton’s traditions — a visit to experience the Great Trains Show at the Wilton Historical Society! Take the children in your life to an entrancing afternoon with trains and seasonal excitement. Wilton Historical’s historic 18th and 19th century buildings are charmingly decorated and transformed into a train-lovers delight with […]
All aboard for an enchanting afternoon! The Wilton Historical Society invites families to join us for Polar Express Day, a special event filled with holiday cheer and unforgettable experiences. On Saturday, Dec. 6 from 2-3 p.m., embrace the winter spirit with the Polar Express and the Great Trains Show. Guests will gather around for a […]
Renowned silhouette artist Deborah O’Connor will create individual portraits cut entirely freehand from paper, using scissors as her only tool, at Wilton Historical Society on Saturday, Dec. 13 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Subjects pose for silhouettes, created in a matter of minutes, which you can take home – the perfect holiday gift, and a future […]
The Hidden History of Slavery in New York digs deeply into an infamous chapter in our country that hasn’t always made its way into the history books. The film features Bryan Stevenson, founder of the Equal Justice Initiative, and explores how the Transatlantic trade of enslaved people was centered in the north, not the south, […]
