​Welcome to the East Haddam Historical Society & Museum
Illuminating local history since 1962

The Museum is open June through October,
Thursdays & Sundays, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Throughout the year, the Museum is also open for events and by appointment.
​Call 860-873-3944 or email us to schedule a time to visit, tour, or conduct research!
The Museum is open for the 2026 season! Visit us on Thursdays and Sundays, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Don't forget to renew your membership today!

2026 Upcoming Events

All events take place at the Museum unless otherwise stated. Events are open to the public and free to members and children under twelve, except as noted. Suggested donation from non-members is $5 for regular events.
Bubblemania! with Casey Carle
Thursday August 13th at 2:00 PM
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Back by popular demand! Experience Casey Carle and Bubblemania as he delights the audience with his amazing bubble tricks and his humor! An East Haddam resident, he holds a Bachelor of Arts in Drama and attended the Ringling Bros. Clown College. He has performed in over 10 countries, including Mexico, China, Switzerland, Russia and India. He will amaze you with the most incredible bubbles you’ve ever seen and will teach you science too!

The program is $5.00 per family and is appropriate for all ages. A parent or guardian must accompany children.

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Register by clicking HERE.
Fall Gala & Fundraiser - Hale n' Hearty Party!!!
Saturday October 10th, 6 - 9:30 PM
Early Bird pricing ends September 10th!
Join us on Saturday, October 10, 2026 from 6:00 - 9:30 PM for a memorable and festive evening! Dance to the swinging sounds of the band Cherry Pie, enjoy delicious food from Frank Andrews' Kitchen and Cafe Laurel, and bid on terrific items in our Live and Silent Auctions. If you came to our Fall Fundraiser last year, you know you're in for another great event!

Register now, don't miss the Early Bird price of $50 per ticket before September 10th!
Upcoming 2026 Programs and Events 
Mark Your Calendar!
  • Thursday, August 13th at 2 PM: Bubblemania! with Casey Carle
  • Saturday, October 10th at 6 PM: Fall Gala & Fundraiser: Hale n' Hearty Party!
  • Wednesday, November 18th: annual Mysteries of East Haddam
  • December: Holiday Gathering
We look forward to sharing a wealth of East Haddam history with you!
​See our Events page for more information!

​Over 60 Years of Local History

The East Haddam Historical Society & Museum, founded over 60 years ago, is located at 264 Town Street; it's just around the corner from Gillette Castle. The museum has a fine collection of local and Lower Connecticut River Valley art and historical objects.

Among the highlights of the museum are a display of the Moodus Mills, Wangunk artifacts dating to 1300 B.C., a photographic exhibit of the building of the East Haddam Swing Bridge, and an extraordinary collection of world-renowned local artist W. Langdon Kihn's work.
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