Derby Historical Society

06/02/2026

Thank you to John Mills of the Alex Breanne Corporation for visiting the Humphreys House on Saturday. His presentation “Stories of Connecticut’s Black Patriots” was eye opening. We are already looking forward to having him back.

05/30/2026

Today at 10am at the Humphreys House- Stories of Connecticuts Black Patriots. We hope to see you at this free presentation courtesy of a grant from the Valley Community Foundation.

05/26/2026

THIS SATURDAY 5/30 at the David Humphreys House.

Presented thanks to a grant from the Valley Community Foundation's America 250 Committee.

05/25/2026

05/24/2026

Rain or shine the Derby-Shelton Memorial Day Parade kicks off Monday, 5/25 at 9:00am. Come cheer us on!

05/22/2026

Thank you so much to Melissa from Melissa in the Morning on WICC600 for having us on the Valley Diner Tour yesterday. We’re always so grateful for a chance to talk about the Humphreys House, our upcoming events and of course our local history.

If you missed it, you can listen to yesterday’s show and the interviews with me and all of the amazing Valley organizations who participated at

https://www.voiceofct.com/news/2026/05/21/melissa-in-the-morning/melissa-in-the-morning-valley-diner/4663

05/11/2026

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to everyone who made a donation during The Great Give and helped us surpass our goal.

We couldn’t do what we do without your support and generosity.

05/07/2026

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! To everyone who has made a donation to The Great Give. Your generosity does not go unnoticed. In fact, it is the support of our friends, neighbors and community who allow us to do what we love - preserve and share our proud Valley history.

If you have not made your donation yet - you have until 8pm tonight. Just use the link below:

https://www.thegreatgive.org/organizations/derby-historical-society-b0ddc3d0-399f-4c4d-9c2f-6a830550428f

05/06/2026

Calling all night owls! Have you made your donation to The Great Give yet? Help us win the midnight snack prize by making your donation when you’re up late tonight. The organization who gets a donation closest to midnight wins an extra $500!

https://www.thegreatgive.org/organizations/derby-historical-society-b0ddc3d0-399f-4c4d-9c2f-6a830550428f