Ashford Historical Society Monthly Meeting
Knowlton Hall7PM at Knowlton Hall
Upcoming Society and Community Events
7PM at Knowlton Hall
Tapping Into the Past: Tavern Life in Early Connecticut Taverns in early Connecticut were more than just a place to drink. Travelers and locals alike saw taverns as a place to be entertained, spread news and gossip, have a good meal, and get a night’s lodging. Learn about how taverns were an essential part of every Connecticut town. Date: Tuesday […]
7PM at Knowlton Hall
7PM at Knowlton Hall
On Wednesday, June 20, 2024, The Ashford Historical Society will be hosting a Power Point presentation and book signing by author and historian Marty Podskoch and his new book, The Connecticut 169 Club: Your Passport and Guide to Exploring Connecticut. Author, adventurer and historian Marty Podskoch scripted a brilliant solution for fragmented families and town-tied […]
7PM at Knowlton Hall
A Musical History Presentation and Performance About Hillbilly Hank - "He started at radio station WTIC in the early 1930's. One of the earliest groups he formed was Hank Keene and His Connecticut Hillbillies. In February 1931, he had signed a contract for a series of 26 weekly radio broadcasts over radio station WTIC that […]
7PM at Knowlton Hall
7PM at Knowlton Hall
Join the Ashford Historical Society at the annual Ashford Family Day for food, fun, and history. This year we will be presenting the "Ashford A to Z" coloring book, an alphabet based interactive history book that's fun and educational for kids of all ages. We will also be distributing seeds from the "relatives" of the […]
7PM at Knowlton Hall
7PM at Knowlton Hall