Welcome to Canterbury
The Canterbury Historical Society seeks to promote appreciation and interest in the history of our beautiful little New England town. We collect and preserve materials that illustrate and document Canterbury history, and encourage the preservation of our historic sites and assets. Please accept our invitation to attend any of our free public events, become a member, or enjoy a walking tour of the Canterbury village center.
Picturing a Moment in Time
Emile’s Service Station
Emile’s Service Station on South Canterbury Road and Bennett Pond Road was owned and operated for 10 years by Emile Becotte (1910-2001). The gas station was one of at least seven that operated in Canterbury from the 1920s to the 1970s. Today it is the home of Bergeron LLC Automotive Sales & Service who provide service and repair on a wide range of makes and models of cars.
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Stop & Shop Community Bag Program
We are pleased to announce that the Canterbury Historical Society has been chosen to partner with the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program for the month of September! Every $2.50 reusable Community Bag sold throughout September 2026 at the Norwichtown Stop & Shop...
CHS Tag & Craft Sale at the Community Room of the Town Hall
Come one, come all! It's time for our CHS Tag & Craft Sale at the Town Hall Community Room -- rain or shine! VENDORS WANTED! For more information about table rental ($15 per table) call 860.237.1243, email CanterburyHistorical@gmail.com, or contact us via Facebook...
CHS Launches Shoe Drive Fundraiser
Partnering with Fund2Orgs of Orlando, Florida, the Canterbury Historical Society recently kicked off a shoe drive fundraiser to raise funds for our on-going projects and programs. Running through June 2nd, CHS will earn funds based on the total weight of the pairs of...
Announcing Canterbury’s 2nd Annual Scarecrow Decorating Contest!
As part of this year’s Canterbury Old Home Day, to be held on Saturday, September 28th, we’ll be hosting our 2nd Annual Scarecrow Decorating Contest! Open to individuals, families, schools, organizations, and businesses, there will be prizes for 1st , 2nd and 3rd...
Applications Open for Canterbury Old Home Day 2024
Another new year has rolled around which means the planning for another Old Home Day has begun! Applications are currently being accepted by the Planning Committee for Old Home Day which will be held on Saturday, September 28th, 2024 from 11 am to 4 pm on the town...
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Green (Centre) Schoolhouse Restoration
The Green (Centre) District Schoolhouse on Canterbury green is the last one-room district school in town that is open to the public. A volunteer committee of the Canterbury Historical Society began restoring the Green School in 2002, and their work, other than ongoing maintenance, is now complete.
