Festival of Light, Hope & Art
Deep River Historical Society 245 Main Street, Deep River, CTDeep River is beginning to glow. The lights are going up on Main Street and all over town. The Festival of Trees sponsored by the Deep River Historical Society has a new look this year. In partnership with the Deep River Merchants and CT River Artisans look for trees decorated by our nonprofit organizations and paintings by our local artists …
2021 Annual Meeting – Virtual
Due to COVID-19 state restrictions, we will be meeting virtually. For our members, we will be emailing you additional information and a link to attend the event. If you have any questions, you can email us at info@deepriverhistoricalsociety.org.
New Exhibit Opens! Wharf to Waterfall: Deep River and the Industrial Revolution
Join us as we open our door for the first time in over a year! Enjoy Wharf to Waterfall: Deep River and the Industrial Revolution. A New Exhibit!
September 11th 911 Memorial Anniversary
Winthrop Baptist ChurchA Non-denominational, outdoor candlelight service to remember & reflect will be held at Winthrop Baptist Church at 6:30 pm. Please gather around the flag pole, candles will be provided and anyone who would like to speak is welcome.
Vintage Baseball Game is Back!
Devitt Field 15 Southworth Street, Deep River, CTJoin us on September 19th at Devitt Field for Deep River vs. Chester! The first pitch will be thrown at 1:00 pm! See how baseball was originally played using the rules established in 1857. Admission is Free!
Guest Speaker Series- Simon R. LaPlace “Who Do You Think You Are?”
Carriage House 245 Main Street, Deep River, CTJoin us on September 23rd for our first speaker in our DRHS Guest Speaker Series. Simon R. LaPlace, life long resident of Deep River and a Mayflower descendant has prepared a talk about the evolution of Deep River's Main Stree, from C.D Smith's Undertaking business to LaPlace's Furniture Store and beyond. He will begin with a brief look into his …
Guest Speaker Jerry Roberts ~”The Mayflower Factor”
Carriage House 245 Main Street, Deep River, CTJoin Jerry Robert's on November 18th at 7:00 pm for the second talk in our series of guest speakers at the Carriage House. Jerry's talk, "The Mayflower Factor" is in recognition of the 400th Anniversary of the Pilgrims landing at Plymouth, MA.
Festival of Trees is Back!
Deep River Historical Society 245 Main Street, Deep River, CTThe theme this year is REJOICING! As we rejoice that we are able to bring back this popular family holiday event. Vote for your favorite tree December 3rd & 4th from 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm Sunday, December 5th from 12:00 pm- 3:00 pm Winner Ribbons will be on Display!
Annual Meeting March 16th!
Carriage House 245 Main Street, Deep River, CTOur annual meeting will be held on March 16th at 7:00 pm in the Carriage House. This will be an in-person event. We will practice social distancing and masks will be worn but will follow current guidelines if things change. We are not going to host a potluck dinner as we have in the past. We will have a short …
Shoreline Historical Society Coffee
Deep River Historical Society 245 Main Street, Deep River, CTDRHS will be hosting members of historical societies from the Shoreline area for a tour of the new exhibit and a discussion on how their organizations are surviving the pandemic and other pertinent topics. We will open at 9:00 am for those wishing to tour the exhibits. Coffee will begin at 10:00 am.