Take a Walk through History at the East Haddam Historical Society Museum

A poignant path through the Memorial Garden on the way to the main entrance of the East Haddam Historical Society and Museum gives visitors the opportunity to meander through local horticulture while quietly reflecting on the names lovingly preserved on the path's stone pavers.

And thus begins the journey where local history comes alive through photos,  life-sized displays, portraits, detailed maps, costumes, postcards, antique tools and other historic paraphernalia housed at the museum. 

Within the museum, visitors are cordially invited to bear witness to a late 18th century wedding that took place at St. Stephen's Church as guests hobnob with historical local families and learn about their ties to the CT River Valley. 
Meet German-born Heinz Warneke, American sculptor, whose prototype for the "Last Supper" tympanum at the Washington D.C. Cathedral stands proudly as the focal point of an addition made to the museum in the year 2000.

Discover the Industrial Revolution through the historic mills of the Moodus section of town. Enjoy a trip back in time at the General Spencer Store, where an original display case greets life-sized period-dressed mannequins.

With thousands of historic pieces in its collection, the East Haddam Historical Society and Museum is a treasure trove of history waiting to be discovered. The museum is comprised of three joined buildings dating back to the early 1900's and include properties once owned by the Wocl family. 

The building facing the roadside of Route 82 is remembered with a chuckle around town as the local roadhouse. Currently, the building has been restored to its's original wide wood floors and is a bright open area that hosts a variety of events throughout the year.

This Memorial Day, the museum is hosting a book signing event and sale from 1pm to 3pm for Henry Zecher's "William Gillette, America's Sherlock Holmes".

The museum is open Memorial Day through Columbus Day, friday through sunday from 10am to 4pm. Throughout the year, the museum is also open by appointment. Admission is $5 for adults. Children under twelve are free.

The museum is located at 264 Town Street in East Haddam and can be reached via phone at 860-873-3944.