​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!

2025 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.
"Dick Everett: Last of a Kind" with John Olin
Sunday, June 22nd at 2:00 PM
John Olin's recent biography describes the many talents of Dick Everett -- blacksmith, machinist, and rocket technician. His skills span the timeframe from colonial times to the Atomic Age. John will present an overview of Dick's life through photographs and conversation. Join us to learn more about this fascinating East Haddam resident.
​150 Years of Wedding Gowns!
​Sunday August 17th at 2:00 PM
Our textile expert, Dena Leidke, will talk about these amazing gowns.
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Looking out of the cave at Cave Hill. Credit: Alison Guinness
Free Summer Programs - Mark Your Calendar!
  • July 17th at 2:00 PM: Bubblemania with Casey Carle
  • July 29th at 2:00 PM: "Sharks" with Mystic Aquarium
  • August 11th at 11:00 AM: The Poop Lady
  • August 14th at 2:00 PM: "Snakes & Turtles" with Meig's Point Nature Center
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​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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