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May 2020
*CANCELED* Joseph Ives’ Portrait Unveiling
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Due to concerns associated with the COVID-19 virus, this event is cancelled. Please stay healthy and we look forward to seeing you when things get back to normal! JOSEPH IVES’ PORTRAIT UNVEILING, Saturday May 9that 1pmRestored by Tom Yost of Oxford, ConnecticutSee the unveiling of Joseph Ives’ newly restored portrait ca. 1852; -A presentation on Ives, his impact on Bristol, and his innovations by several guest speakers.-Wine, drinks and food provided On Display–Ives’ restored…
Find out more »* CANCELLED * Adult Coloring Craze Party!
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Due to concerns associated with the COVID-19 virus, this event is cancelled. Please stay healthy and we look forward to seeing you when things get back to normal! Coloring Craze Party at the Bristol Historical Society continues on Friday, May 15th from 6:30-8:30pm! Bring your coloring books and supplies and we supply the wine and cheese. The Society is located at 98 Summer Street Bristol, $5 entrance fee, pre-registration is required, but walk-ins are welcome.…
Find out more »*CANCELED* Restoration of the Rye Playland Carousel
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Due to concerns associated with the COVID-19 virus, this event is cancelled. Please stay healthy and we look forward to seeing you when things get back to normal! Thursday May 21st Special Presentation: "RESTORATION OF THE RYE PLAYLAND CAROUSEL" Presented by WRF Designs restoration heads - William Finkenstein, Gabe Finkenstein - and scenic artist Cortlandt Hull The artistry of restoring a major iconic hand carved Charles Carmel 1915 carousel that was almost lost, due to…
Find out more »*CANCELED* Movie: “Beast from 20,000 Fathoms” & “20 Million Miles to Earth”, 7pm
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Due to concerns associated with the COVID-19 virus, this event is cancelled. Please stay healthy and we look forward to seeing you when things get back to normal! COMING IN MAY - Fri. & Sat. May. 22 & 23 - Fantasy double feature "BEAST FROM 20,000 FATHOMS" with Kenneth Tobey & "20 MILLION MILES TO EARTH" with William Hopper all on real film, plus vintage cartoons - showtime 7pm - $3.00 Refreshments available - Bristol…
Find out more »*CANCELED* Movie: “Beast from 20,000 Fathoms” & “20 Million Miles to Earth”, 7pm
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Due to concerns associated with the COVID-19 virus, this event is cancelled. Please stay healthy and we look forward to seeing you when things get back to normal! COMING IN MAY - Fri. & Sat. May. 22 & 23 - Fantasy double feature "BEAST FROM 20,000 FATHOMS" with Kenneth Tobey & "20 MILLION MILES TO EARTH" with William Hopper all on real film, plus vintage cartoons - showtime 7pm - $3.00 Refreshments available -…
Find out more »June 2020
*CANCELED* BHS Annual Tag Sale and Bake Sale
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Due to concerns associated with the COVID-19 virus, this event is cancelled. Please stay healthy and we look forward to seeing you when things get back to normal! The Annual BHS Tag and Bake Sale fundraiser will be held Friday and Saturday, JUNE 5 & 6, 9AM –2PM both days. Any gently used donations would be greatly appreciated. Pickups can be arranged if necessary. Contact Jackie Vigue at 860-944-0738. Last year our bake sale was…
Find out more »*CANCELED* BHS Annual Tag Sale and Bake Sale
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Due to concerns associated with the COVID-19 virus, this event is cancelled. Please stay healthy and we look forward to seeing you when things get back to normal! The Annual BHS Tag and Bake Sale fundraiser will be held Friday and Saturday, JUNE 5 & 6, 9AM –2PM both days. Any gently used donations would be greatly appreciated. Pickups can be arranged if necessary. Contact Jackie Vigue at 860-944-0738. Last year our bake sale was…
Find out more »* CANCELED * BHS Annual Meeting
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Due to concerns associated with the COVID-19 virus, this event is cancelled. Please stay healthy and we look forward to seeing you when things get back to normal! The Annual Meeting for the Society will be held at 6 pm, Wednesday, June 24, 2020. Voting will take place for the following offices: President First Vice President Director of the Board (multiple openings) Members can make nominations for these positions during the nomination period which begins…
Find out more »August 2020
* CANCELED * BHS Annual Dinner 2020
PLEASE NOTE: Our 2020 Annual Dinner has been rescheduled for Tuesday, August 25th.
Find out more »December 2020
Mini Christmas Outdoor Market
The Bristol Historical Society has postponed its Outdoor Holiday Market until Friday, December 11th, 3-6pm. (The rain/snow date will be Dec. 12th, 3-6.) Due to this weekend’s potentially inclement weather, the event is being moved to next Friday evening. Please join us then to purchase ornaments, curated gift baskets, and holiday décor. Please note: There is one correction to the story that ran today in the Bristol Press. Some of our members had generously come forward to provide hot chocolate…
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