Connecticut Landmarks

04/30/2026

04/30/2026

04/29/2026

Connecticut Landmarks (CTL), a non-profit that manages a state-wide network of historic house museums, seeks an experienced fundraising professional with strong communication skills to augment and diversify philanthropic support for the organization and expand awareness of its mission, programs, and value across the state. The successful candidate will devise and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan including communications and financial goals, metrics, and milestones. The incumbent joins our core staff and will work closely with the Executive Director (ED), the Development Committee of the Board of Trustees and the Board to implement integrated, dynamic, and impactful fundraising initiatives that strengthen and advance CTL’s mission. To see the full job description and application instructions, visit

Opportunities Thank you for your interest in Connecticut Landmarks. We are not currently working to fill any open positions.

04/23/2026

Celebrate Mother’s Day with an experience that blends elegance, history, and indulgence at the Phelps-Hatheway House.

Join us for a refined afternoon tea, where you’ll share meaningful moments and create lasting memories in a beautifully historic setting. Delight in a selection of sweets and savories thoughtfully prepared by Chef Renee of Blonde on the Run, paired with an exquisite assortment of Harney & Sons teas.

As you sip and savor, our staff will bring the past to life with captivating stories of the home’s former residents, especially the women who lived here during the Revolutionary War. After tea, wander through our museum interiors or enjoy a peaceful stroll in our lush perennial garden.

This year’s menu honors beloved tea traditions while introducing new gluten-free options to welcome all guests.

Seating is limited to just 20 guests, with a special discount available for members. Reserve your place today:
https://ctlandmarks.org/event/mothers-day-tea-with-chef-renee-2/

03/30/2026

Now an annual tradition, the staff of Phelps-Hatheway invite you and the cherished women in your life to our beloved tea in the historic Pine Room.

We’ll have the kettles on, treats in hand (including gluten free!) and fascinating stories to share as we welcome spring in our happy place on Suffield’s South Main Street.

https://ctlandmarks.org/event/mothers-day-tea-with-chef-renee-2/

03/26/2026

Congratulations to Nicole Thomas, our Southeast Region Assistant Site Administrator, for this well-deserved recognition! 🎉🎉Connecticut Landmarks is so grateful to have such an enthusiastic, kind, and knowledgeable person on our team who is dedicated to sharing the history of The Hempsted Houses and Palmer-Warner House.

03/19/2026

As our staff and volunteers prepare to welcome a new gardening season, we pause to reflect on those who came before us. A recent discovery in the Phelps-Hatheway garden archives revealed a note from Mary Wells Edwards, who designed the garden plan we continue to steward today. Though brief, her words capture both her spirit and the enduring purpose of caring for a public garden.

In returning payment for her services, Mary also recognized the remarkable dedication of Suffield Garden Club, Inc. chair Doris Leete and the many members who gave, and continue to offer so generously of their time and energy for the benefit of others.

Soon, with clean tools and renewed energy, we will begin again. As we look ahead to the season to come, we do so with gratitude, honoring these extraordinary women whose belief in the power of gardens and landscapes continues to inspire and bring joy to all.

01/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who has generously contributed to our community winter clothing drive so far! ❤️

There's still time to share the warmth! Our community coat drive with Food Co-op wraps up tomorrow! 🗓

If you've been meaning to clean out your closet, this is your last chance to drop off new hats and gloves, plus new or gently used coats. 🧢💨

Donations can be brought to Fiddleheads Food Co-op through the end of the day tomorrow. Every item helps keep a New London neighbor warm this winter. Thank you for your generosity and support! ❤️💫

01/08/2026

Thames River Heritage Park's Docent Academy is a great opportunity to share the stories of New London’s history. This unique program offers a deep dive into the people, places, and stories that shaped New London and Groton—perfect for anyone who loves sharing history with the public or wants to become more involved in the local heritage community.

The Hempsted Houses is one of the partner sites for this wonderful program!

TRHP Academy Docent Academy 2026 Schedule: February 19 – April 23 | Thursdays, 9am-12:30pmContact for more information:Marci MarciniakProgram & Waterfront Coordinator(860) 407-5655Register TODAY by filling out the form at the bottom of this webpage. Limited space is available for this small cohort...

01/08/2026

So awesome to see one of our beautiful garden properties (Bellamy-Ferriday House and Garden) depicted so beautifully as the winner of the 2026 CT Historic Gardens poster contest! Stunning work, Peter!

Another one of our properties, Butler-McCook House & Garden, was featured as the winning poster in 2024 with artwork by Michelle Hawran!

https://www.cthistoricgardens.org/posters-through-the-years

Cheers to Peter Kokoszka, winner of 15gardens poster contest!

In the heart of winter, we’re daydreaming of a midsummer stroll through the exquisite parterre “rooms” of the bellamyferriday garden.🌸

The winning poster will be on view at the CT Historic Gardens’ booth of the 2026 ctflowerandgardenshow, Hartford, February 19–22.
Visit us in our favorite location, right across from the _garden_clubs_of_ct standard flower show!

https://www.cthistoricgardens.org/poster-contest-winner