Historic Plantings at the DRHS

Historic Plantings at the DRHS

Fanny Munson Caladium It’s Spring in New England and gardeners are finally able to get their hands in the dirt.  Marian Staye, our building and grounds co-chair, is already out getting our gardens ready to welcome visitors back to the Deep River Historical...
Deep River Historical Society’s April Update

Deep River Historical Society’s April Update

The Corona virus has disrupted our spring activities but we are trying to keep a positive attitude.  As the current pandemic seems to be evolving daily, it is the thought of the trusties that dates and times may change as we get closer to our scheduled events....
Thank you to all who visited our Festival of Trees exhibit

Thank you to all who visited our Festival of Trees exhibit

Thank you to all who visited our Festival of Trees exhibit. More than 200 people braved the rain to come out and vote for their favorite tree. It was very difficult this year. Many visitors complained about what a hard time they had with voting as all of the trees...
Merchants Scarecrow Content 2019

Merchants Scarecrow Content 2019

Deep River Historical Society’s talented and creative membership have put together two great submissions for the DR Merchants Scarecrow Contest. Voting is done online. Join us in celebrating Fall.  To Vote On-line Sign in or create an account at the Deep River...
Deep River Legend Showcased in CT River Museum’s Production

Deep River Legend Showcased in CT River Museum’s Production

What do history, theater and Halloween have in common?  Why it’s Haunted River at the Connecticut River Museum in Essex!  This 5 scene play/haunted walking tour takes place on the grounds of the museum this October. This year will be the 3rd version of Haunted...
Westport Talk

Westport Talk

Friday June 14th, curator Rhonda Forristall spoke at the Westport Historical Society and told the story of Billy Winters’ journey on the Underground Railroad.  The well attended event complimented Westport Historical Society’s current exhibit...