Simsbury Historical Society

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Simsbury Historical Society The SHS offers tours of our historical buildings, special events, and a variety of cultural and educa

The Simsbury Historical Society is a non-profit educational corporation founded in 1911 through a bequest of Abbie Sexton Barber to begin a "Historical Room" in Simsbury. Our first and current permanent home was acquired in 1962, through the gift of the Phelps family homestead.
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The Simsbury Historical Society collections now include more than one dozen structures, significant regional artifacts and important period and thematic collections. The archives include an impressive collection of primary source materials that relate to early settlements in Connecticut, the founding of Simsbury, and the development of the surrounding region. Secondary sources are particularly strong in Connecticut, family and regional history, but also include published works on historic interiors, political processes, and social and military history. Today the Simsbury Historical Society continues its stewardship of period and modern buildings, artifact and manuscript collections, and special events and workshops, which afford the general and professional public the opportunity to research and enjoy Simsbury’s past and present.

It's time to collect the flags placed on veterans' graves earlier this year.
10/10/2026

It's time to collect the flags placed on veterans' graves earlier this year.

These tote bags are a treat! Perfect for Halloween. Assorted sizes and fabrics. $8 - $11 each. Our museum store is open ...
09/26/2026

These tote bags are a treat! Perfect for Halloween. Assorted sizes and fabrics. $8 - $11 each. Our museum store is open today until 4 pm. Regular hours are Thursday - Saturday noon to 4. Stop by and see what’s new!

Thank you all who attended and helped make Scarecrow Day a success. There were smiles and happy faces everywhere we turn...
09/20/2026

Thank you all who attended and helped make Scarecrow Day a success. There were smiles and happy faces everywhere we turned. It was a delight to see so many people enjoying the day, our site, and scarecrows! Special thanks to our dedicated volunteers and to the students and staff from The Ethel Walker School, the event sponsor, for providing much appreciated help throughout the day. It was a wonderful community event all around!

It’s happening! The scarecrows are getting outfitted and finding new homes throughout and the . Stop by today until 3...
09/19/2026

It’s happening! The scarecrows are getting outfitted and finding new homes throughout and the . Stop by today until 3 pm. $20 per scarecrow.

09/19/2026

We’re ready! Thank you students from The Ethel Walker School for helping set up Scarecrow Day. It all happens today from 10 am to 3 pm.

09/17/2026

2 days until day! Come enjoy the gardens and grounds while you make a scarecrow. It looks like it will be a classic fall weather day. Saturday, September 19 from 10 am - 3 pm. $20 per scarecrow.

We are so excited to host Scarecrow Day 2026! It's always a treat to be part of the fun and see everyone's unique creati...
09/15/2026

We are so excited to host Scarecrow Day 2026! It's always a treat to be part of the fun and see everyone's unique creations. Here are some highlights from last year's event. We can't wait to see new and returning guests. Join us this Saturday, September 19 from 10am - 3 pm. $20 per scarecrow. All materials supplied. Thank you The Ethel Walker School for sponsoring this year's event!

Address

800 Hopmeadow Street
Simsbury, CT
06070

Opening Hours

Thursday 12pm - 4pm
Friday 12pm - 4pm
Saturday 12pm - 4pm

Telephone

(860) 658-2500

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