Center for History and Culture
Capital campaign for construction drawings
Planning continues for a transformational project, designed by award winning architect Mark Cavagnero, that will solve critical institutional needs by building climate-controlled facilities to preserve important historical collections and provide new and renovated space for educational programs, exhibits and cultural events. Donate to our campaign for construction drawings.
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
What’s Happening
Coco's Carnival Dance and Headpiece Making Workshop with Coryse Villarouel and Coco's Caribbean Dancers June 13th, 2 - 3:30 pm
Join us as Coco’s Caribbean Dancers perform an energetic and visually stunning Caribbean dance immersing the audience in the traditions, rhythms and vibrant colors of Caribbean Carnival!
Following the performance, Ms. Villarouel will read her children’s book, Coco’s Carnival Connection, which shares the journey of a young girl rediscovering her cultural heritage and learning to celebrate it with pride. The program will culminate with a fun, hands-on activity where participants design and create their own Carnival headpiece, a keepsake of the event to take home at the end of the day.
This workshop is ideal for all ages. Registration is required through Eventbrite or contact the Historical Society at 860 482 8260.