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
Join us for the first concert in our Jazz in the Garden Summer Concert Series with Wanda Houston and Jazz Veterans Peter McEachern, Dave Santoro, Kris Jensen, Larry Ham and Tom Melito June 26th, 6:30 pm
Don’t miss this opportunity to see and hear award winning actress and singer Wanda Houston performing for the first time with noted Jazz Musicians Peter McEachern (trombone), Dave Santoro (bass), Kris Jensen (sax), Larry Ham (piano) and Tom Melito (drums). The ensemble will perform both original and classic jazz compositions in the Hotchkiss Fyler Gardens.
Bring your lawn chairs and refreshments for a beautiful night of music in the garden!
Tickets are $10 for members and $15 for non-members.