As part of the national commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, we invite the public to several events taking place throughout the year!
Celebrate Avon's America 250
Listen to our podcasts! Avon Talks is a podcast about Avon, CT's history, landmarks, and current events from the Avon Historical Society and Town of Avon. All can be listened to on YouTube @AvonTalks
Listen to Learn Our History
Avon’s History Museum, the fully renovated 1823 one-room schoolhouse at 8 East Main Street, is open year-round, Sundays from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm! Stop By!
Our History Now on Display!
Avon is proud to be one of the heritage sites included in the CT Freedom Trail. Our site honors Pvt. Pvt. Leverett Holden, CT 29th Connecticut Regiment Volunteer Infantry (Colored).
Meet Important Historic Figures
There are many ways to become involved in the Society. Start by becoming a member! You can also volunteer to help at public events, researching and writing articles, help maintain properties, and more.
Memberships & Volunteers
Watch our 5-year series on the research done on the 12,500-year-old (10,000 BC) Paleoindian human occupation site along the Farmington River called "Unearthing History", available on YouTube.
PaleoIndian Discovery-
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Avon’s America 250 Exhibit
Read moreAs part of the national commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, Avon’s America 250 Coordinating Committee invites the
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Our Latest Avon Talks Podcasts
Read moreListen to the latest Podcast as Avon Talks Host Jim Pabich welcomes Jeannie Parker, a lifelong resident who shares her memories of Camp Gertrude Bryant, Avon's
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Avon’s America 250 Celebration Dates
Read moreAs part of the national commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, Avon’s America 250 Coordinating Committee invites the
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Announcing Tablescapes 2026 Winners!
Read moreTablescapes 2026 was a huge success, with plans for 2027 already underway! Save the date for March 12 & 13, 2027! Our thanks to all
Future Events
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Revolutionary War Lecture Series: When the Connecticut River Decided the Revolution
When the Connecticut River Decided the Revolution Series funded by Pat Moran, and sponsored by the Avon Historical Society, Avon Library, and Avon Senior Center.…
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Revolutionary War Lecture Series: Connecticut’s Declaration of Independence
Connecticut’s Declaration of Independence Did you know that Connecticut has its own Declaration of Independence? Did you know that its timing was unique to the…
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Revolutionary War Lecture Series: The Punch of Independence
The American Revolution Wasn’t Fueled by Water! Rum, Cider, and the Punch of Independence The bottle says it all: “Samuel Adams, Brewer * Patriot.” And…
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John Adams and Thomas Jefferson: Their Historic 50 Year Friendship
John Adams and Thomas Jefferson: Their Historic 50 Year Friendship Join us for a dramatic, in-person event with actor George Baker, who has portrayed President…
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From the Declaration of Independence to the Gettysburg Address
From the Declaration of Independence to the Gettysburg Address Join us for an in-person, dramatic event featuring Howard Wright, Connecticut’s premier Lincoln reenactor, as Abraham…
Past Events
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Reading of the Declaration of Independence
Community Reading of the Declaration of Independence Meet the Connecticut signers! On July 8, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was read in public for the…
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Through Billy Lee’s Eyes
Renowned storyteller Andre Keitt portrays William (Billy) Lee, an American enslaved man who was the personal assistant of George Washington, before, during, and after the…
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Northingmen Men Honor Roll
Commemoration and Grave Marking Join us on Sunday, May 17th, 12:00 pm for a Commemoration and Grave Marking event at the West Avon Cemetery, adjacent…
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A Revolution of Her Own
A dramatic portrayal entitled “A Revolution of Her Own!™ Deborah Sampson” will take place in the sanctuary of the West Avon Congregational Church. Sampson was…
