Events/Programs

Check back often to learn about upcoming Simsbury events, programs and lectures.

The Historical Society is open Thursday through Saturday from noon to four pm.
Research and Saturday tours continue to be scheduled by appointment.

Ellsworth Visitors’ Center is located at 10 Phelps Lane
Phelps Tavern and Homestead is located at 800 Hopmeadow Street
The tavern is not wheelchair accessible.

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— 2024 —

Questions about any of our events? Email us at info@simsburyhistory.org and reference the event.

SATURDAY, Nov. 9
to Dec. 21

New Exhibition: The Roland Wolf Collection – Historic Photos of Tariffville
The first event in a series celebrating 200 years of Tariffville: 1825 – 2025. Produced in collaboration with the Tariffville Village Association. The exhibition will be open to the public during the Simsbury Historical Society’s regular tour schedule on Saturdays at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. through Saturday, December 21, 2024.

Read more about the exhibition.

SATURDAY, Nov. 23
10:00am – Noon – Session 1
1:00pm – 3:00pm – Session 2

Slate and Sled Painting

Bring your own ideas or use our materials for design inspiration. All materials included. Fee: $20 per slate. $50 per sled. 

Space is limited. Advance registration and payment are required. Register online or call 860-658-2500 Thursday, Friday or Saturday between 12 noon and 4 p.m. to reserve your spot.

Slate Painting Registration ($20/slate)

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Sled Painting Registration ($50/sled):

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SATURDAY, Nov. 30
5:00pm – 7:20pm

Simsbury Celebrates 2024 – Hosted Program
Enjoy a Modern Vintage Opera in the Meeting House. See our 1850’s painted sleighs, an 18th century workshop, and the Phelps Tavern historic kitchen. Stroll Hopmeadow Street which transforms into a pedestrian thoroughfare with activities and festivities at several host locations during Simsbury Celebrates! Afterwards, stay for the firetruck parade followed by fireworks. This free community event is organized and sponsored by the Simsbury Culture, Parks, and Recreation Department and funded by generous donations from local businesses, families, and civic groups. For the complete schedule and more information, visit Simsbury Celebrates.  

 

WEDNESDAY, Dec. 4
6:00pm – 8:00pm

Holiday Sip & Shop
Shop local! Our Holiday Market opens with a special evening Sip & Shop event on December 4. Find one-of-a-kind holiday gifts ranging from jewelry, ornaments, handmade soaps, candles, artisanal food and more. Enjoy complimentary refreshments and snacks in a festive atmosphere. No advance registration required.

  • Our holiday market will be open Thursdays – Sundays, December 5-8 and December 12-15 from 12 noon to 4:00 p.m.
  • The gift shop will be closed for the holidays and winter break from Sunday, December 22, 2024 to January 8, 2025.

 

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