Welcome!
The permanent exhibit of Torrington's history including the Hendey Machine Shop exhibit is open Wednesday through Saturday from 12-4 pm. The Hotchkiss-Fyler House Museum is open on Thursday through Saturday from 12-4 pm.
The John H. Thompson research library is not yet open to the public but you can send your research inquires to torringtonhistorical@snet.net. Masks are required during tours of the house museum and history museum.
The permanent exhibit of Torrington's history including the Hendey Machine Shop exhibit is open Wednesday through Saturday from 12-4 pm. The Hotchkiss-Fyler House Museum is open on Thursday through Saturday from 12-4 pm.
The John H. Thompson research library is not yet open to the public but you can send your research inquires to torringtonhistorical@snet.net. Masks are required during tours of the house museum and history museum.
ONLINE EVENT
Hobgoblins, Skeletons, Witches and More!
The evolution of Halloween decor across the decades
Long time vintage collector Bruce Elsass will share items from his extensive collection to illustrate the evolution of the festivities and traditions surrounding his favorite holiday. His collection of holiday collectables measures well into the 1000's and have been highlighted in Country Home, Country Living, Better Homes and Gardens and New England Home magazines.
Hosted by the Torrington Historical Society and sponsored by CT HUMANITIES
Hobgoblins, Skeletons, Witches and More!
The evolution of Halloween decor across the decades
Long time vintage collector Bruce Elsass will share items from his extensive collection to illustrate the evolution of the festivities and traditions surrounding his favorite holiday. His collection of holiday collectables measures well into the 1000's and have been highlighted in Country Home, Country Living, Better Homes and Gardens and New England Home magazines.
Hosted by the Torrington Historical Society and sponsored by CT HUMANITIES
