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and share Torrington's history

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and share Torrington's history

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Visit • Discover • Learn

Located in three historic buildings in downtown Torrington, the Torrington Historical Society is home to the Torrington History Museum, the Hotchkiss-Fyler House Museum and the John H. Thompson Library & Archive. The Society also owns the West Torrington site where noted abolitionist John Brown was born. 

We invite you to discover the history of Torrington by touring our exhibits and house museum, attending programs and events, using our research library or visiting the John Brown Birthplace. All are welcome.

Torrington
History Museum


 

Hotchkiss-Fyler House
Guided Tours


 

The John H. Thompson
Library & Archive


 

A Walk Through Migeon Avenue's History Saturday October 5th 10 - 11 am . Meet at the corner of Pearl and Migeon. Please purchase tickets through Eventbrite link below as tickets are limited. See you there!

Join us as we tour Migeon Avenue, which has been described over the years as the “grandest street in Torrington”. We’ll explore it’s rich past, including the many families that called Migeon Avenue home, from factory workers, small business owners and wealthy industrialists; the assorted architectural styles and unique features that grace both elaborate mansions and modest worker housing and also hear the stories of those who lived and worked here, all of which will bring the street to life and illustrate how this impressive avenue evolved with Torrington’s development during the 1800’s and early 1900’s.

We’ll meet at the intersection of Pearl and Migeon promptly at 10 am and walk to Pulaski Street and return to our starting point, covering both sides of the street. Our focus is primarily in the 1800’s to early 1900’s due to time constraints. Please note that the sidewalk is uneven in some places, so please wear appropriate footwear..

Tickets for members are $5, for non-members $10. Tickets available through Eventbrite.

See you soon! 

 

 

It’s not too early to book your seats for our 

FALL PROGRAMS

 Our next program is coming up on October 16,  In the Watches of the Night, life in the Nocturnal City with UCONN Professor Peter Baldwin.

 

Tickets in the link below.

Fall Programs

Our 2024 Adult Educational Programs are sponsored by Torrington Savings Bank.

Thank you!

 

 

Upcoming Events

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History Education Center Community Forum

Watch • Learn • Share

The link below will bring you to our History Education Center web page. Here you can learn more about this transformational project, watch a video presentation from the community forum, and access an online form to share your thoughts and ideas with us.