UPCOMING EVENTS

Warm up your winter next Sunday with

“The Story Inside Whimsical Quilts”

Presented by Diane Hamm with Dena Leidke

Sunday, February 22nd at 2:00 PM

Handmade quilts are beautiful bed coverings and keep us warm, but are also a way quiltmakers use their craft to express themselves. The amazing quilt pictured here features the Nathan Hale Schoolhouse in the center.

"Whimsical Quilts" explores their makers' sense of humor, from the early 1800s to the present day. Diane Hamm is an award-winning quilter, and has created copies of historical quilts and current designs, which she uses to tell the stories of these quiltmakers.

A quilt show, with both new and vintage quilts, will be on display at the Museum to illustrate the beauty and humor found in these works of art.

Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 2:00 PM / Snow date: March 1st at 2 pm

Location: East Haddam Historical Society Museum, 264 Town St, East Haddam

For information: 860-873-3944 / museum@easthaddamhistory.org

The event is free for members and children <12, with a suggested donation of $5.00 for nonmembers.

Celebrating America 250!

In July 2026, our nation will commemorate and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The Museum has exciting new exhibits and presentations, including:

• May 15th at 6 PM: Opening Reception for the 2026 season
• May 17th at 2 PM: The Revolutionary War Submarine, American Turtle
• June 28th at 2 PM: General Spencer & His Role in the Revolutionary War
• July 12th at 2 PM: Nathan Hale & His Family on the Cusp of the Revolutionary War

The Museum will feature new exhibits about the Turtle Submarine, General Spencer of East Haddam, Nathan Hale, The Role of East Haddam Women in the Revolutionary War Effort, and an expanded selection of Military Uniforms that span the Revolutionary War to the Vietnam War.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

Thank You For Your Support!

Renew Your Membership or Join Us!

Your new or renewed membership entitles you to Free admission to most events at the Museum throughout the year, including our upcoming presentation on February 22nd!

Your membership supports new exhibits and presentations, maintenance of the facility, and helps us tell your story! Please consider a Sustaining Membership this year.

Complete your membership form online at Membership, or print the Membership Form and pay by check. Please send to PO Box 27, East Haddam, CT 06423. For information, call 860-873-3944.