by Christina Forristall | Nov 28, 2022 | Uncategorized
Are you stuffed from all that turkey and fixings? Had enough consuming?The Tuesday after Thanksgiving, this year November 29th, was designated our Day of Givingto help us remember that the holidays are about the joys of giving and to celebrate the American tradition...
by Christina Forristall | Nov 11, 2022 | Uncategorized
This Veteran’s Day we give THANKS to all who have served our country and continue to recognize those 416 men and women who served Deep River during World War II. In March of 1943, fourteen young men from Saybrook enlisted in the army and left by bus for Fort Devens....
by Christina Forristall | Sep 26, 2022 | Uncategorized
Congratulations to the winners of the People’s Choice awards. Tied for First Place are Cliff Baker with his 1929 Viking V29 and Tom Matthews with his 1976 Mercury Grand Marquis. Cliff’s car also took 1st place in 2019. Tied for second place are Fred Bauer...
by Christina Forristall | Sep 26, 2022 | Uncategorized
Deep River Historical Society Trustee Frank Santoro released his latest book “MORE DEEP RIVER STORIES” at the Carriage House on Sept 22nd. These ten stories focused on the Personalities of the Deep River, some stories of immigration and the people who made...
by Christina Forristall | Jul 19, 2022 | News, Uncategorized
Edith May Anderson is one of seven women who enlisted during WWII from (Saybrook) Deep River. She enlisted in the U.S. Navy and earned the rank of Yeoman 3rd class. Prior to enlisting, Edith worked as the secretary of R. W. Stevens in the procurement department...
by Christina Forristall | Feb 17, 2022 | News, Uncategorized
Deep River Historical Society celebrates Black History Month by remembering its citizens who contributed so much to their community. Billy Winter’s story touched and inspired so many lives here and throughout the state. Winter Avenue is named for him and...
