News from the Museum

Haddam Historical Society

Thankful Arnold House Museum & Haddam Shad Museum

June 2, 2023

HHS 2023 Scholarship Award

The Haddam Historical Society is thrilled to announce that its 2023 Scholarship was presented to Alexander A. Lara, son of Diane Ifkovic and Albert Lara of Haddam. The $500 scholarship award was based upon scholastic standing, contribution to school, community activities and interest in history. Alexander, who has a deep appreciation of the past, will be attending Wesleyan University in the fall.

Scholarship Chairperson, Susann Costa noted that this is the 11^th annual scholarship award and that the society is delighted to be able to help support the continued education of one of our community’s deserving students and advocate for the importance of history both locally and globally.

Photo: Alexander Lara, Susann Costa, HHS Scholarship Chair

Photo courtesy of Haddam Historical Society

Croquet and Chardonnay

The Haddam Historical Society is thrilled to host the 5th Annual Croquet and Chardonnay Tournament Fundraiser on Saturday, June 10, 2023 from 4 pm to 7 pm. Held at the beautiful and historic “Nestledown” Estate at 268 Walkley Hill Road, the event will feature multiple courts including the famous Heartbreak Hill. Heavy appetizers, wine, beer and lemonade are included and there will be a Hat contest for both men and women.

The grand champion will win the coveted golden mallet. Croquet whites are optional but encouraged. Join us for an afternoon of fun, food and fierce competition. $40 per person and the rain date is Sunday, June 11, 2023.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/croquet-and-chardonnay-fundraiser-tickets-634780925837

Connecticut Open House Day

June 10, 2023

10 am to 2 pm

Thankful Arnold House Museum open to the public for free tours of house and garden.

WE NEED YOU!

HELP WATER THE GARDENS!

We are looking for volunteers to water the gardens at the Thankful Arnold House Museum this summer! We ask that volunteers take a week shift and water as needed based on the amount of rain we get. A new, sleek, state of the art hose has been purchased and will make watering a joyous and rewarding experience!

The gardens have never looked better thanks to Deb Rutter, Cindy Sullivan, and Diane Gawronski and their garden fairies.

Watering Weeks available:

Sunday through Saturday

June 4 to 10

June 11 to 17

June 18 to 24

~~June 25 to July 1~~- Taken

July 2 to 8

July 9 to 15

~~July 16 to 22~~ -Taken

July 23 to 29

July 30 to August 5