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Torrington Historical Society 192 Main Street, Torrington, CT
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Insights into Black History and Culture – Celebrate Black History Month with Dr. DeLois Lindsey and Effie and Angaza Mwando of Our Culture is Beautiful
Torrington Historical Society 192 Main Street, Torrington, CTTorrington Historical Society is pleased to partner with Our Culture is Beautiful for a program celebrating Black History and culture.
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The Art of American Independence: Beyond the Declaration with Robin Hoffman and Jodi Stiffelman of ArtScapades
Virtual EventTorrington Historical Society welcomes ArtScapades for a lecture that you can watch in your own home via ZOOM during these cold February days! ArtScapades will present paintings that depict America as it fought to break from British rule and create an independent country. This lecture looks at how artists depicted the events that led up […]
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Liberty’s Gender, Women, Popular Culture & The American Revolution with Professor Leslie Lindenauer, WCSU
Torrington Historical Society 192 Main Street, Torrington, CTPresented by Professor Leslie Lindenauer, WCSU Details and link to program coming soon!
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Grandmother Moon, Author Reading with Wunneanatsu Lamb-Cason
Torrington Historical Society 192 Main Street, Torrington, CTWunneanatsu Lamb-Cason will read from her new book "Grandmother Moon" and share examples of traditional stories. She will also discuss the importance of oral tradition in Indigenous communities and her process of bringing these stories into written form. Books will be available for purchase and can be signed by the author. Version 1.0.0 Wunneanatsu Lamb-Cason […]
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Reconnected: Restoring the Rivers of Long Island Sound
Torrington Historical Society 192 Main Street, Torrington, CTIn Connecticut alone, there are more than 5,000 dams, most no longer serving their original purpose. Many of these structures disconnect access for fish and wildlife to up and downstream habitat for breeding, feeding, and nursery grounds. They can also disrupt water flows and trap natural sediments that Connecticut’s remaining coastal marshes – already hemmed […]
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Folksinger Reggie Harris to Perform in Honor of John Brown’s Birthday
Five Points Art Center University Drive, Torrington, ConnecticutAcclaimed folksinger Reggie Harris is is a musician, storyteller and educator, deeply rooted in the power of song and story. Known for his interest in the Underground Railroad and modern Civil Rights Movements, he is a celebrated song leader and advocate for social change. His music blends acoustic folk, African American Spirituals, gospel and social […]
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The Ride: Paul Revere and the Night That Saved America with author Kostya Kennedy
Torrington Historical Society 192 Main Street, Torrington, CTOn April 18, 1775, a Boston-based silversmith, engraver, and anti-British political operative named Paul Revere set out on a borrowed horse to fulfill a dangerous but crucial mission: to alert American colonists of advancing British troops. Revere was not the only rider that night, and indeed, he had completed at least 18 previous rides across […]
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Coco’s Carnival Dance and Headpiece Making Workshop
Torrington Historical Society 192 Main Street, Torrington, CTPresented by Coryse Villarouel, this engaging, high energy experience blends culture, creativity and community. Participants will learn about the traditions of Caribbean Carnival, celebrate cultural diversity and creativity through interactive activities, and foster joy, collaboration and artistic expression. The program will kick off with an energetic and visually stunning Carnival dance, bringing the spirit of […]
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Jazz in the Garden Concert with award winning vocalist Wanda Houston and Jazz Veterans Peter McEachern, Dave Santoro, Kris Jensen, Larry Ham and Tom Melito
Torrington Historical Society 192 Main Street, Torrington, CTWanda L. Houston (vocals)is an award winning actress and singer who has performed in and on all media. In the 2000s, Houston toured with Martha and the Vandellas and The Platters. She's lived and performed throughout the United States, Australia and Europe. In 2001she settled in the Berkshires, and now she performs chiefly a mix […]
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