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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T183000
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SUMMARY:Shad About You\, Windsor’s Favorite Fish
DESCRIPTION:Join former DEEP fisheries biologist Steve Gephard for a lively and informative talk about the mighty shad—Connecticut’s official state fish and a longtime favorite of Windsor anglers. \nDiscover the fascinating life cycle of this migratory fish that journeys from the Atlantic Ocean to our own Connecticut River each spring to spawn. Learn about the history of shad fishing\, the challenges shad face today\, and what’s being done—and what we can do—to ensure their future in our waters. \nThis program is part of Windsor Historical Society’s WindsorCT250 commemoration activities. \nFree. \nRegister here
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/shad-about-you-windsors-favorite-fish/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, 96 Palisado Ave\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
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SUMMARY:Hands-on Hearth Cooking Class: Spring Bounty
DESCRIPTION:With the coming of spring\, the hens are laying again! And it’s also a great time to see what fun edibles are popping up in our gardens\, fields\, and woods. \nDishes we’ll likely prepare and sample/take home include asparagus/fiddlehead fricassee\, egg and bacon pie\, Yorkshire pudding with onion/ramp sauce\, chicken stewed in red wine (when the hen stops laying)\, mixed herb sallet\, and pain perdu with sliced strawberries. \nThis is not a nut-free environment. \n 
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/hands-on-hearth-cooking-class-spring-bounty/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, 96 Palisado Ave\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095\, United States
CATEGORIES:hearth cooking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T215637Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Day: For the Common Good
DESCRIPTION:Ages 8-11 \nStudents will receive a special tour of Windsor Historical Society’s new America 250 exhibit\, For the Common Good: 250 Years of Windsor Civic Life. There they will explore examples of times when people in Windsor worked towards the ideals of Life\, Liberty\, and the Pursuit of Happiness. \nThrough this program\, students will learn about the rights identified in the Declaration of Independence\, the actions taken in Windsor to achieve them\, and how each of us has the potential to make our community a better place for all. \nThis program is part of Windsor Historical Society’s WindsorCT250 commemoration activities. \nTwo sessions offered on Tuesday\, March 24\, 2026: one from 10 AM to 12 PM\, and the other from 1 to 3 PM. Both are for students ages 8-11. \nRegister for 10 AM to 12 PM Register for 1 to 3 PM
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/homeschool-day-for-the-common-good/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, 96 Palisado Ave\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095\, United States
CATEGORIES:education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20251111T202057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T143206Z
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SUMMARY:Hands-on Hearth Cooking Class: Roasted\, Stewed\, and Fricasseed
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder what our foremothers served for dinner beyond traditional Yankee pot roast? Well\, here’s your opportunity to explore some other tasty cooking methods. Dishes to prepare and sample/take home to include roast pork with kitchen pepper rub\, boneless roast game hens with prune-pecan stuffing\, chicken fricassee\, sausages in cider\, roasted root vegetables\, and egg noodles. This is not a nut-free environment. \n$75 per person plus an estimated $12-15 food costs.  Must be registered by March 9. \n 
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/hands-on-hearth-cooking-class-roasted-stewed-and-fricasseed/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, 96 Palisado Ave\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095\, United States
CATEGORIES:food,hearth cooking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20251111T211511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T215137Z
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SUMMARY:Women Who Changed Windsor - Women's History Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a curator-lead deep dive into our new America 250 exhibit\, For the Common Good: 250 Years of Windsor Civic Life. \nThis program will highlight the women in the exhibit who worked to make Windsor a better place by representing the American ideals of Life\, Liberty\, and the Pursuit of Happiness. Women held charity drives\, created art\, drove ambulances\, ran for elected offices\, owned businesses\, participated in public protests\, and so much more.  Women have always made a difference in the Windsor community\, and they continue to serve our community today. \nThis program is part of Windsor Historical Society’s WindsorCT250 commemoration activities. \n$10 Adult\, $8 Member/Senior\, $6 Child \nRegister here
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/women-who-changed-windsor-womens-history-lecture/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, 96 Palisado Ave\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20251111T195656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T231232Z
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SUMMARY:Hands-on Hearth Cooking Class: Pies\, Tarts\, and Puddings
DESCRIPTION:Time to bake up some sweet and savory colonial era pies\, tarts\, and puddings in the Strong-Howard House bake oven! Selections to include apple pie\, bread pudding\, carrot pudding\, chicken pie\, Cheshire pork pie\, cranberry tart\, Marlborough pudding\, and pear tart. This is not a nut-free environment. \nPrice $75 per person plus an estimated $12-15 food costs. \nRegister here
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/hands-on-hearth-cooking-class-pies-tarts-and-puddings/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, 96 Palisado Ave\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095\, United States
CATEGORIES:food,hearth cooking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T143833Z
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SUMMARY:Douglass Day Transcribe-a-thon
DESCRIPTION:Do you believe that history should be accessible to everyone? Can you read cursive? Then come to Windsor Historical Society Friday\, February 13th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to take part in the nationwide Douglass Day celebration! \nDouglass Day is an annual celebration Frederick Douglass’s legacy. Participants gather each year to communally transcribe documents from a Black history archives collection to help make them more widely accessible to researchers. This year\, participants will transcribe records from the Colored Conventions Project. The Colored Conventions include rich\, historical documents and debates that speak directly to the fight today to secure and preserve citizenship and civil rights. \n“Accessibility is crucial to the preservation of knowledge\,” says Windsor Historical Society program manager\, Heather Lodge. “By transcribing a handwritten letter\, you are not only making it so a teenager who cannot read cursive can access it\, but you are also making it easier to find in a database. This can mean the difference between a few people knowing a piece of history versus thousands.” \nWindsor Historical Society will host the transcribe-a-thon in their event space. Snacks and tech support will be provided. Participants must bring their own laptop or tablet. This event is drop in\, drop out. Transcribers may stay for as long or as short a time as they please. Participation is free. Preregistration is encouraged. \nRegister here
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/douglass-day-transcribe-a-thon-2/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, 96 Palisado Ave\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095\, United States
CATEGORIES:collections,inclusion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20260105T170712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T170712Z
UID:15026-1770462000-1770480000@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:"For the Common Good" Exhibit Opening Day
DESCRIPTION:Windsor Historical Society’s For the Common Good: 250 Years of Windsor Civic Life celebrates the bold\, creative\, and determined ways residents have shaped civic life in Windsor over the last 250 years. Visitors will discover how generations of Windsorites have worked\, protested\, volunteered\, and celebrated together to build a stronger\, more inclusive community and be inspired to be more civically engaged themselves. \nOpening Saturday\, February 7\, 2026. FREE ADMISSION made possible through a grant from lead business sponsor Windsor Federal Bank. \n \nThis program is part of Windsor Historical Society’s WindsorCT250 commemoration activities. \n(Open through December 2026)
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/for-the-common-good-exhibit-opening-day/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, 96 Palisado Ave\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095\, United States
CATEGORIES:exhibit,inclusion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T164332Z
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SUMMARY:Hands-on Hearth Cooking Class: Breads and Soups
DESCRIPTION:Brrrr\, it’s cold out there! Come to the Strong-Howard House hearth and cook up some hearty breads and soups to stave off the chill. Selections to prepare and sample/take home to include anadama bread\, pompion bread\, whole wheat bread\, onion soup\, gourd soup\, and pounded cheese. This is not a nut-free environment.  \n$75 per person plus an estimated $12-15 food costs \nSnow Date: January 17\, 2026 \nRegister here
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/hands-on-hearth-cooking-class-breads-and-soups/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, 96 Palisado Ave\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095\, United States
CATEGORIES:food,hearth cooking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20250619T191230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T172205Z
UID:14598-1765623600-1765641600@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Second Saturdays Open Hearth Cooking: Sweets and Savories
DESCRIPTION:With Becky Hendricks. \nJust in time for the holidays! Prepare\, sample and take home such recipes as apple Charlotte\, beef pasties\, cheddar cheese scones\, lemon tarts\, wild mushroom tartlets\, Portugal cakes\, and candied walnuts. \nPrepare scrumptious colonial dishes in the Strong-Howard House kitchen’s open hearth and bake oven under Becky’s expert tutelage. Sample each other’s creations\, then take some leftovers home. \nPre-registration required. Each program is limited to 6 participants. Ages 10 and up. Max 2 participants per family. \nNote: your registration date determines the order in which you get to pick amongst the selected dishes\, so register early. $75 per person plus estimated $12-15 food costs\, to be paid on the day of the program. \nRegister here
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/second-saturdays-open-hearth-cooking-sweets-and-savories/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, 96 Palisado Ave\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095\, United States
CATEGORIES:food
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20250910T135202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T140252Z
UID:14757-1765018800-1765029600@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Pomander Ball Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Pomander balls are a classic Christmas image. These oranges\, beautifully studded with patterns of cloves\, can be found in many house museums during the holidays. But what are they\, why are they\, and how do I make one? Drop in and learn during this special workshop held during the Holiday Shopping event. \n$5. No registration needed. Estimated time to complete the project: 20 minutes. \nRegister here
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/pomander-ball-workshop/
LOCATION:CT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20250923T153350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T175852Z
UID:14777-1765015200-1765036800@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Shopping Sale
DESCRIPTION:Give a uniquely Windsor gift and take some history home with you this holiday season at Windsor Historical Society! Stop by on Saturday\, December 6th from from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the town-wide Holiday Kickoff for some special seasonal shopping at the Society’s museum store. Check out books\, Christmas ornaments\, toys\, Windsor-branded items\, and more\, all with a special\, one-day 15% off sale! \nLooking for something to do with the kids while shopping? Feeling creative? Visit the Society’s event space to make a pomander ball. These classic\, Christmas oranges\, beautifully studded with patterns of cloves\, are found in many house museums during the holidays. Learn their history and make one of your own during this festive workshop held during the Holiday Shopping event. \nPomander materials will be available from 11 a.m to 2 p.m. No registration needed. Estimated time to complete the project: 20 minutes. Costs $5.
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/holiday-shopping-sale-2/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, 96 Palisado Ave\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20250619T190340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T173444Z
UID:14592-1762599600-1762617600@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Second Saturdays Open Hearth Cooking: Everything But the Turkey
DESCRIPTION:With Becky Hendricks. \nLooking for some new “old” ideas for your holiday feasts? Join us in creating and then sampling/taking home these traditional\, colonial dishes: apple-currant relish\, sherried sweet potatoes\, creamed celery with pecans\, onion pie\, sweet potato biscuits\, and pompion pie. \nPrepare scrumptious colonial dishes in the Strong-Howard House kitchen’s open hearth and bake oven under Becky’s expert tutelage. Sample each other’s creations\, then take some leftovers home. \nPre-registration required. Each program is limited to 6 participants. Ages 10 and up. Max 2 participants per family. \nNote: your registration date determines the order in which you get to pick amongst the selected dishes\, so register early. $75 per person plus estimated $12-15 food costs\, to be paid on the day of the program. \nRegister here
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/second-saturdays-open-hearth-cooking-roasted-stewed-and-fricasseed/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:food
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20250908T175916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T195009Z
UID:14751-1762453800-1762457400@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Artifacts of Freedom: 250 Years of Windsor’s Military History
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, November 6\, 2025\, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.\, in honor of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the U.S. military\, Windsor Historical Society will present Artifacts of Freedom: 250 Years of Windsor’s Military History\, a program celebrating Windsor’s veterans and their service. This program is part of Windsor Historical Society’s WindsorCT250 commemoration activities\, marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. \nGuests will have the rare opportunity to view highlights from the Society’s extensive military collection\, including artifacts that are not typically on public display. These remarkable pieces span from the American Revolution through the 1950s and reveal the personal stories of Windsor residents who served our country. Powder horns from the Revolutionary War\, World War I recruitment posters\, and a 1950s Air Force uniform are just a few of the items that will be shared. \nCommunity members are encouraged to bring their own history into the conversation. Anyone wishing to share memorabilia from their own or a family member’s military service is welcome to participate. To arrange to share an artifact\, please contact curator Kristen Wands at kwands@windsorhistoricalsociety.org or 860-688-3813. Please note that firearms or explosive devices cannot be accepted. \n$10. FREE for veterans. Pre-registration encouraged. \nRegister here
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/artifacts-of-freedom-250-years-of-windsors-military-history/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, 96 Palisado Ave\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095\, United States
CATEGORIES:collections
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20250619T184745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T192947Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Day: Annie’s Home
DESCRIPTION:Ages 7-10. \nIn this two-hour program\, students will discover what life was like for a child in Windsor\, Connecticut 200 years ago through the eyes of nine-year-old Annie Howard. Get to know the Howard family through their beautiful\, hands-on home\, learn about early American economics through Grandpa Howard’s store\, write with a quill\, and send a letter at our early Windsor post office. \nTwo sessions offered on Tuesday\, October 21: one from 10 AM to 12 PM\, and the other from 1 to 3 PM. Both are for students ages 7-10. \n$5. Pre-registration required by Friday\, October 17. \nRegister here for 10 AM to 12 PM Register here for 1 to 3 PM
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/homeschool-day-annies-home/
LOCATION:CT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20250619T175122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T181412Z
UID:14578-1759572000-1759577400@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Wandering Windsor: Riverside Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, October 4\, 2025\, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.\, Windsor Historical Society will host a guided walking tour of Riverside Cemetery in Windsor\, Connecticut. Part of the Society’s popular Wandering Windsor series\, the tour will bring to life the history\, symbolism\, and stories behind one of Windsor’s most significant 19th-century cemeteries. \n“While not as old as Palisado Cemetery\, Riverside is special because it tells the story of tremendous social change here in Windsor\,” said Heather Lodge\, WHS Program Manager. “By exploring the lives of those buried there\, we uncover the ways that Windsor evolved into the diverse community we know today.” \nEstablished in 1887 as a part of Windsor’s Poor Farm\, Riverside quickly grew to welcome people from all walks of life\, including Civil War veterans\, European immigrants\, tradespeople from emerging industries\, and even a brewer who secretly continued his craft during Prohibition. \n$10 adult\, $8 member/senior\, $6 child. Pre-registration required. Rain or shine. \nRegister here
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/wandering-windsor-riverside-cemetery-tour/
LOCATION:Riverside Cemetery\, Riverside Cemetery Dr.\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095
CATEGORIES:tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20250619T163823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T162617Z
UID:14572-1758825000-1758830400@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Celebrating the Civilian Conservation Corps: The 90th Anniversary of Camp Britton in Windsor
DESCRIPTION:Windsor Historical Society Hosts Talk on Civilian Conservation Corps and Windsor’s New Deal Legacy \nAuthor Martin Podskoch to discuss Windsor’s unique CCC camp and its role in New Deal conservation history on September 25 \nOn Thursday\, September 25 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.\, the Windsor Historical Society will present “Celebrating the Civilian Conservation Corps: The 90th Anniversary of Camp Britton in Windsor\,” a lecture by author and Connecticut Conservation Corps Museum Director Martin Podskoch. \nThe Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) began on March 31\, 1933 under President Roosevelt’s New Deal to relieve the poverty and unemployment of the Depression. Several CCC camps were set up in Connecticut\, including Camp Britton in Windsor. \nCamp Britton opened on September 12\, 1935. Affectionately known as “Camp Bug”\, it was not your average CCC camp. Beyond the usual forest improvements and park creation\, the camp worked in step with the Connecticut Agricultural Station to execute insect control and research. \nPodskoch’s talk will explore the origins of the CCC and the camp’s work in the Poquonock section of Windsor. Attendees will learn how Windsor’s CCC camp helped advance both environmental stewardship and scientific innovation during a pivotal era in American history. \nPre-registration encouraged. \n$10 adult\, $8 member/senior\, $6 child. \nRegister here
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/celebrating-the-civilian-conservation-corps-the-80th-anniversary-of-camp-britton-in-windsor/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, 96 Palisado Ave\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095\, United States
CATEGORIES:Connecticut history
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20250619T173206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T154121Z
UID:14576-1757761200-1757779200@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Second Saturdays Open Hearth Cooking: From the Colonial Garden - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:This program has been canceled. Sorry for the inconvenience. \n\nWith Becky Hendricks. \nFall season is upon us\, so let’s explore some of the ways our ancestors preserved/enjoyed the bounties of their gardens and farms. Let’s harvest\, prepare and sample/take home: sauced apples\, bread and butter pickles\, pickled beets and eggs\, red cabbage (the Dutch way)\, corn chowder\, and dill beans. \nPrepare scrumptious colonial dishes in the Strong-Howard House kitchen’s open hearth and bake oven under Becky’s expert tutelage. Sample each other’s creations\, then take some leftovers home. \nPre-registration required. Each program is limited to 6 participants. Ages 10 and up. Max 2 participants per family. \nNote: your registration date determines the order in which you get to pick amongst the selected dishes\, so register early. $75 per person plus estimated $12-15 food costs\, to be paid on the day of the program.
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/second-saturdays-open-hearth-cooking-from-the-colonial-garden/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, 96 Palisado Ave\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095\, United States
CATEGORIES:food,hearth cooking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20250619T161207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T180839Z
UID:14569-1757152800-1757158200@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Wandering Windsor: Built by Bricks Walking Tour - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Windsor is a town built by bricks\, both literally and metaphorically. Our ground is clay\, our buildings are red\, and our economy was shaped by millions of hand-formed blocks. Brickmaking was adopted by Windsor settlers in the mid-1600s and by the middle of the 19th century\, there were over 40 brickyards in town\, sending Windsor bricks across the nation. \nThis tour will cover the origins of brickmaking in Windsor\, walk the grounds of the old Mack Brick Yard\, and delve into the history of downtown’s most prominent brick buildings. \nPlease wear comfortable shoes. The tour is a 1.5 mile loop beginning and ending at the town green in front of the post office. \nPre-registration required. $10 adult\, $8 member/senior\, $6 child. Rain or shine. \nThis program is sold out.
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/wandering-windsor-built-by-bricks-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Broad Street Green\, 275 Broad St\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095
CATEGORIES:tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20250326T203356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T134319Z
UID:14381-1756551600-1756557000@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:From Witches to Witch Hazel - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis program has been canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience. \nLearn about the golden age of botany\, grand\, and tarnished\, with horticulturist Gordon Kenneson. In this program\, Kenneson will discuss medicinal plants\, how they were used in early New England\, and their place in the 1810s Chaffee doctor’s office. \nProgram partly outside; runs rain or shine. All ages. \n  \nPhoto credit: Dietmar Rabich / Wikimedia Commons / “Dülmen\, Hausdülmen\, Zaubernuss — 2021 — 5195” / CC BY-SA 4.0
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/from-witches-to-witch-hazel/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250804
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250809
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20250318T160931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T162244Z
UID:14305-1754265600-1754697599@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Hands-On History Summer Children’s Program
DESCRIPTION:Monday thru Friday\, August 4-8\, 9 AM to 12 PM daily.\nChildren entering grades 3-6 will explore Windsor history while having fun in a historical setting! Learn about Windsor’s people and their stories while “doing” history! Daily program themes build an understanding of Windsor’s diverse history from earliest times to the present day. \nMonday\, August 4\, The Quill is Mightier Than the Sword. Few things are as important to human history as the written word. Students will make their own ink\, practice writing with a quill\, and bind their own book using 18th-century techniques. \nTuesday\, August 5\, Fantastic Fibers. If life is a tapestry\, let’s weave it together! Part science\, part art\, textile work has been integral to cultures across the world. Students spin\, weave\, and dye fabric with plants from our garden. \nWednesday\, August 6\, Set in Stone. Explore ancient Palisado Cemetery. Meet the residents\, unearth the histories\, and discover the artistic motifs of the past. Students create a ‘death head’ stamp based off the carvings they spotted among the stones. \nThursday\, August 7\, Through the Lens of Time. A large part of Windsor Historical Society’s collection is the historic photo collection. In this program students look at unique pieces from the collection\, discover different photography methods throughout history\, try their hands at cyanotypes\, and make a camera obscura. \nFriday\, August 8\, Clay Creations. Windsor is a town built on clay\, literally. Students get their hands dirty\, process some clay\, make bricks\, clay dye a shirt\, and understand the many ways Windsor’s people worked and lived in the past! \nRegistration required by July 28th. $40 for one day or $160 for the week. Full week is sold out. Wednesday and Friday are still available. \nRegister by day: \nWed 8/6 only Fri 8/8 only
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/hands-on-history-summer-childrens-program-3/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Connecticut history,education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20250326T195928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T185749Z
UID:14377-1750361400-1750366800@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Juneteenth Firelight Reading: Narrative of the Life and Adventures of Venture Smith
DESCRIPTION:Event will be held indoors\, due to inclement weather. \nGather around the fire at Windsor Historical Society on June 19th at 7:30 pm to observe Juneteenth. On grounds once walked by people enslaved in Windsor\, share in an audience-led reading of Venture Smith’s personal account of his life of slavery and freedom in 19th-century Connecticut. \nVenture Smith was named Broteer when he was born circa 1730\, in West Africa. As a child\, he was taken captive and sold into slavery in America. For 25 years\, he worked\, enslaved\, on farms in Connecticut\, New York\, and Rhode Island. In 1775\, Smith bought his freedom. He then strove for the next decade to purchase the freedom of his wife and three children\, reuniting his family and building a home in Haddam Neck\, CT.  Venture Smith’s story exemplifies the themes of slavery and freedom that lie at the heart of Juneteenth\, a day of celebration\, but also a day of remembrance. \nTake part and read the words or just listen to learn. All are welcome around the fire. This program is free. Ages 10 +. \nThis event is at capacity.
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/juneteenth-firelight-reading-narrative-of-the-life-and-adventures-of-venture-smith/
LOCATION:CT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20250326T194303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T135859Z
UID:14370-1749898800-1749904200@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Wandering Windsor: Palisado Green Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:On June 14\, 11 AM\, explore Windsor’s historic Palisado Green and learn the stories of Windsor’s first English settlers\, adventurers\, alchemists\, and agitators. Discover a drove of doctors\, from Bray Rossiter\, who performed the state’s first autopsy\, to Horace Henry Hayden\, who founded the world’s first school of dentistry. Contemplate that time in 1771 when a group of women protested with drums and torches outside the Return Strong house. \n“There’s a lot more to a historic green than old houses\,” says Windsor Historical Society program manager\, Heather Lodge. “Behind those walls lived casts of characters\, all with their own wild\, quirky\, and inspiring stories to tell.” \nPlease note this tour includes a short incline. Wear comfortable shoes. \nRain date: June 15. All ages. \n$10 adults\, $8 seniors/members\, $6 children under 18
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/wandering-windsor-palisado-green-walking-tour/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20250326T160356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250510T145422Z
UID:14363-1748543400-1748548800@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Endangered Waters: The History and Impact of the Rainbow Dam on the Farmington River and Shad
DESCRIPTION:Why was the Farmington River named one of the most endangered rivers in the country in 2024? \nOn May 29 at 6:30 pm\, join Windsor Historical Society\, the Nature Conservancy\, and the Farmington River Watershed Association for a presentation on Windsor’s relationship to the Farmington River\, the mighty shad\, and the Rainbow Dam. \nWhy does Windsor celebrate the shad? How did the town of Windsor power the City of Hartford? Come listen\, look back\, and learn in order to find a way to ensure that “the shad always return”. \nPre-registration encouraged. $10\, or $5 for members of Windsor Historical Society\, The Nature Conservancy\, and the Farmington River Watershed Association. \nRegister here
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/endangered-waters-the-history-and-impact-of-the-rainbow-dam-on-the-farmington-river-and-shad/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, 96 Palisado Ave\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095\, United States
CATEGORIES:Connecticut history,industry
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20250403T135314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T205143Z
UID:14396-1746124200-1746129600@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Windsor's Homecoming: Shad Derby Documentary Screening
DESCRIPTION:New Documentary Captures Capture the History and Heart of Windsor’s Iconic Shad Derby\nAt The Birdcage\, 25 Central St.\, Windsor. Buy tickets here \nA new documentary on Windsor’s Shad Derby makes its world premiere Thursday\, May 1\, at 6:30 PM at The Birdcage (25 Center Street\, Windsor\, CT). Windsor’s Homecoming: The Shad Derby Story— a collaboration between WIN-TV and Windsor Historical Society—offers a behind-the-scenes look at the events that comprise the Shad Derby and introduces the many people and civic organizations that come together to make it all happen. \n“We’re excited to team up with WIN-TV on this documentary that celebrates the 70-year legacy of this beloved community tradition\,” said Carrie Taylor\, executive director of the Windsor Historical Society. “The Shad Derby is so much more than just a festival. It’s a parade\, a leadership competition\, a fishing tournament\, and a showcase of civic engagement to make a town proud.” \nTickets & Event Details\nAdvance tickets are available from now through April 30 right here for $15. Tickets will be available at the door for $20 (cash or credit card)\, however\, space is limited. Pre-registration is encouraged to guarantee a seat. \n\nParking: Available in several public lots near The Birdcage (by CVS\, the post office\, Union Street Tavern\, etc.)\nConcessions: Beer\, wine\, and movie snacks will be available for purchase.\nPayment: The bar is CASH ONLY; credit cards will not be accepted.\n\nABOUT WIN-TV\nWin-TV is a non-profit organization whose mission is to protect and increase the freedom of expression\, diversity of ideas\, and community-wide communication by providing training in and access to the medium of television. \nBuy tickets here
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/windsors-homecoming-shad-derby-documentary-screening/
LOCATION:The Birdcage\, 25 Central St.\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095
CATEGORIES:screening
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T191500
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20250114T221803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T152318Z
UID:14142-1746036000-1746040500@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Building Your Bridge - Genealogy Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Lucie Lewis on a presentation on the fundamentals of genealogical research. This in-person discussion begins with a review of the “traditional” tools to walk backwards through your ancestors while gathering important documentation to support your findings. The next step is a review on how to use DNA research to supercharge your efforts to connect to your ancestral past. Researching since the mid-90s\, Dr. Lewis uses both to unlock the profile of her ancestral profile. \nDr. Lewis is a writer and genealogist. She has presented for the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society and participated in exhibits highlighting the intersection of gender and race including the 2022 Voices of Resilience exhibit at the Springfield Museums. \n$10 adults\, $8 seniors/members \nRegister here
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/building-your-bridge-genealogy-lecture/
LOCATION:CT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20250114T212822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T171858Z
UID:14136-1745517600-1745524800@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Shad Derby Trivia Contest
DESCRIPTION:At Back East Brewing Company\, 1296 Blue Hills Ave\, Bloomfield. \nThink you know everything? Put it to the test at the Shad Derby Trivia Contest on Thursday\, April 24th from 6-8 pm at Back East Brewing Company. Teams of up to 6 members (age 21 and up only) compete across five rounds of questions that test your knowledge on local history\, pop culture\, and fish. Prizes given for contest winners\, best team name\, and more. Profits from food and drink sales will be donated in support of the Historical Society\, so come eat\, drink\, and be brainy! \nThe winning team will receive a fabulous prize\, the so-gaudy-it’s-cool Shad Derby Trivia Trophy\, and bragging rights for a full year. \n$5 per person or $25 for a team of up to 6 \nAges 21+. Pre-registration suggested\, but drop-ins and onlookers welcome! \nRegister here
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/shad-derby-trivia-contest-2/
LOCATION:Back East Brewing Company\, 1296 Blue Hills Ave.\, Bloomfield\, CT\, 06002
CATEGORIES:drinks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Windsor Historical Society":MAILTO:info@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20241114T195507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T000249Z
UID:13864-1743850800-1743868800@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Hearth Cooking: Roasted\, Stewed\, Fricasseed
DESCRIPTION:Prepare scrumptious colonial dishes in the Strong-Howard House kitchen’s open hearth and bake oven under Becky Hendricks’ expert tutelage. Sample each other’s creations\, then take some leftovers home. \nEver wonder what our founding mothers served up for dinner beyond traditional yankee pot roast? Dishes to prepare and sample/take home to include roast pork with maple pepper rub\, boneless roast game hens with prune-pecan stuffing\, chicken fricassee\, sausages in cyder\, roasted seasonal vegetables\, and a rice medley. \n$65 per person plus estimated $10-15 food costs. \nPre-registration required. Each program is limited to 6 participants. Ages 10 and up. Max 2 participants per family. NOT a nut-free environment! \nNote: your registration date determines the order in which you get to pick amongst the selected dishes\, so register early! \n 
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/second-saturday-hearth-cooking-spring-egg-stravaganza-2/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:hearth cooking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T194500
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20241114T202919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T211425Z
UID:13874-1743100200-1743104700@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Women’s History Lecture - A New Look at Evelyn Longman’s Art\, Career\, and Life
DESCRIPTION:Longman in her studio. Photograph from the collection of the Loomis Chaffee Archives\, Loomis Chaffee School\, Windsor\, Connecticut \n\nJoin Karen Parsons\, Archivist and Curator at Loomis Chaffee School\, in a presentation on sculptor Evelyn Longman. Longman moved to Windsor in 1920 where she made a home and workspace for nearly three decades. Longman balanced a thriving career in sculpture with her roles as spouse to Nathaniel Batchelder\, headmaster at the Loomis School\, as a parent\, and as a friend to artists\, art patrons\, and aspiring artists. Her monumental-scale\nsculpture and smaller works can be seen locally\, across the country\, and outside the US. \n$10 \nRegister here
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/womens-history-lecture-a-new-look-at-evelyn-longmans-art-career-and-life/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T194500
DTSTAMP:20260417T091134
CREATED:20241114T201511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T201511Z
UID:13871-1742495400-1742499900@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
SUMMARY:Women’s History Lecture - A Unique and Independent Woman: Photographer Katherine Barker Drake
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Women’s History Month at this talk about noted Windsor photographer Katherine Barker Drake\, presented by Curator Kristen Wands. Hear about Drake’s passion for photography as well as her spirited personality and other contributions to the town’s history and social life. \nSee images and other items from the Windsor Historical Society collections related to Katherine Barker Drake’s life and work. \n$10. \nRegister here
URL:https://windsorhistoricalsociety.org/event/womens-history-lecture-a-unique-and-independent-woman-photographer-katherine-barker-drake/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:collections,presentation
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