Summer Weather Advisory
Many of our historic properties are not climate controlled. Staff may adjust the route, duration, and schedule of tours due to higher temperatures or extreme weather. Please contact us before your visit to confirm operations. Learn more »
Your Home for History
Connecticut Landmarks is a state-wide network of historic house museums sharing 400 years of New England history. Our museums are starting points for deeper exploration and greater appreciation of the Connecticut experience. Our real-life stories, as told through our houses, collections, and programs, make history matter.
What’s New?
Celebrate Independence Day at the Home of CT’s State Hero
The Nathan Hale Homestead will be open for tours at 12 noon, 1 pm, 2 pm and 3 pm on Friday, July 4th. Mark the anniversary of America’s independence at the family home of one of its first spies, Nathan Hale. Learn about the history of the site, consider the many ways the Hale family stood up for what they believed in and consider: What makes a hero?
Other Connecticut Landmarks’ properties will be closed Friday July 4th but resume their regular operations on Saturday, July 5th.
6/28 Housing Discussion Canceled
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the housing discussion originally slated for Saturday, 6/28, at the Hempsted Houses has been canceled. We hope to reschedule it for a later date. Please subscribe to our e-newsletter and follow our social media channels for updates.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
High Temperatures Impact Touring
Connecticut is bracing for near-record-high temperatures this week as a heat dome settles over the region. At our historic properties, hot weather creates challenges for people visiting our historic interiors. Many of our museums do not have modern climate control. Due to the increased temperatures, tours may be limited in size or rerouted to avoid particularly warm parts of the house. Some tours may need to be abridged or canceled.
“Our priority is always the safety of our guests, staff, and collections,” said Robert Brock, Executive Director. “During times of extreme weather, our site administrators determine the adaptations that need to be made to balance a great visitor experience with safety for all.”
Please check our website and social media channels for updates before you visit our historic sites, or call the site you would like to visit to confirm operations.
Preservation Updates
Connecticut Landmarks Presents on Current Preservation Projects
Aileen Bastos, Lynn Mervosh, and Olivia Grella presented last week at Preservation Connecticut‘s Talking About Preservation webinar series. As one of Preservation Connecticut’s preservation partners in the state, we were excited to present about our nine historic house museums, four stewardship properties, and preservation work underway across various sites (plus events coming up this summer!). We also shared updates on the 18th-century Réveillon wallpaper conservation project at the Phelps-Hatheway House & Garden in Suffield.
New Shutters at Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden
The flowers in Bellamy-Ferriday’s historic garden are ready to bloom, staff are gearing up for the season, and new shutters have given the house a fresh look! A special thanks to Fink & Son Historic Restoration for their work installing the beautiful shutters expertly replicated by Fresh Start Pallet Products. This Hartford-based nonprofit employs and trains individuals recovering from addiction and life challenges, as well as recent refugees beginning their new life here in the United States. Their team creates high-quality products, primarily from reclaimed-salvaged wood, and, in partnership with community organizations, provides education and training through the Richard P. Garmany Fresh Start Academy.
Come and visit the Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden for its opening weekend on Saturday, May 3rd!