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. . . instill into the townspeople of East Hartford a sense of the history of the town and to preserve for them this history.

About

The Historical Society of East Hartford was founded in 1964 to "instill into the townspeople of East Hartford a sense of the history of the town and to preserve . . . 

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Join Us

Have an interest in East Hartford history?  Want to help us preserve historic buildings and artifacts? Become a member of HSEH.       

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Visit

Historic buildings, including a captain's house that is open year round.  Also visit our summer museums: a prosperous saddlemaker's home, a blacksmith shop, and a one-room schoolhouse.

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Other Societies & Resources

Have a history question related to another Connecticut town? Want to visit other nearby Historical Museums or Societies? Check out these website links. 

Sunday, April 26, 2026
2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
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If a Rock Could Talk

It would tell you how many more miles you need to walk or ride your horse

to reach the nearest court house

or post office. 

@Raymond Library, 844 Main St.

Every Saturday
11 am - 2 pm
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Brewer House Tours

Drop in for a free tour led by a descendent of Selden Brewer. The home is furnished with historic Brewer Family pieces and portraits.

Historical Society of East Hartford
PO Box 380166

East Hartford, CT 06138-0166

Tel: 860-528-0716

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