If you’re interested in taking part in the Walktober walk being sponsored by the Canterbury Historical Society on Friday, October 21, rain date October 28, we want you to be aware that pre-registration is now open. This is the same walk we sponsored last year, which...

The Canterbury Historical Society has a tradition of hosting a Red Cross blood drive every summer, a season when donations are typically low and needs are high. This year, the Red Cross set our stretch goal at 40 units; 38 were collected. A few donors with scheduled...

It's that time of year again. Membership dues are due now. We invite you to join the Canterbury Historical Society or renew your membership. For the princely sum of $10 annually or $100 for a lifetime membership, you'll be member. You can be as active or inactive as...

We had a ridiculous amount of fun when Santa and Mrs. Merry Claus paid us a visit at our regular monthly meeting on November 13. Canterbury Historical Society President Linda Orlomoski shot free photos of everyone in attendance who wanted to pose with the Clauses....

We had a grand time on a beautiful afternoon, October 23, when the Canterbury Historical Society hosted a Walktober walk on the historic Captain John Clark property on South Canterbury Road. Many thanks to all who volunteered, especially to Dr. Nick Bellantoni,...

We are completely full for the Canterbury Historical Society-sponsored Walktober walk on the historic Captain John Clark property.  Unfortunately we can't accept any more pre-registrations, and our waiting list is now also full. We do hope you have the opportunity to...

Even though this walk is now full, you still may not be too late.  If you haven't already pre-registered, we're taking waiting list names for Walktober walk #131, consisting of an architectural overview of this jaw-dropping historic mansion house, followed by a walk...

Now's the time to pre-register if you want to join us for an architectural overview of this jaw-dropping historic mansion house, followed by a walk on the estate property to and from the Quinebaug River narrated by Dr. Nick Bellantoni, Emeritus Connecticut State...

The weather cooperated yet one more time to help make the Canterbury Historical Society's annual Old Home Day on September 19 a fun time for visitors, exhibitors, musicians, and volunteers. Have a look at these shots by talented photographer Linda...

The Canterbury Historical Society's annual Old Home Day will be held this year on September 19, 10 am to 4 pm. For good reason, this yearly celebration has become Canterbury's favorite way of welcoming fall. Click for the Old Home Day flyer. After opening it, you can...

In summer, blood supplies are often low, but the need is not. According to the Red Cross, every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. We thank the generous folks who donated blood to help others at our July 13 drive; along with long-time Canterbury Historical...

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Welcome to our revamped website site. The new site represents a facelift, but if were familiar with the old site, you should still be able to easily find what you're looking for here. We're also providing links to archived postings of our past programs and news on the...

It might not have been a bright and sunny Saturday, but the rain held off just long enough for us to celebrate our 11th Annual Old Home Day Celebration with nary a sprinkle! Check out these links to photos by talented photographer and Canterbury Historical Society...