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October 2019
Vintage Baseball at Muzzy Field
The 2019 John P. Martin All-Star Series of Historical and Classic Baseball to benefit ALS Research returns to Muzzy Field in Bristol, CT on Sunday October 13th. This year’s edition of the Fall Classic will showcase two contests of 1864 Base Ball (10 & 11:30am) followed by a re-creation of the 1986 MLB All-Star Game (1pm). 50 players from 27 teams across 9 states in the National Historical Base Ball project will once again descend upon Bristol for a day…
Find out more »Third Thursday Program: “The Art of Movie Makeup”
Join us on a visual journey from the silent era of film, to present day techniques, featuring rare photos. Exclusive interviews with Oscar & Emmy winning makeup artist Dick Smith ("The Exorcist") plus actor Christopher Lee, discussing the difficulties filming his portrayals of the Mummy, Dracula and more, in his British films. "Witch's Dungeon" creator, Cortlandt Hull will give a personal tour of the movie museum, and original makeup appliances on display. Donation - $5.00 - which benefits the Bristol…
Find out more »November 2019
Andrew McKnight Concert
Join us on Sunday, November 10th for a concert by Andrew McKnight to benefit the Bristol Historical Society! This benefit concert is open to the public. Advance tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the Bristol Historical Society on Wednesdays or Saturdays from 10am-2pm. Bristol Historical Society: 860-583-6309. Andrew McKnight is a folk singer and skilled guitarist who has performed in various venues. He is the son of Warren McKnight of Forestville, and the grandson of Madeline McKnight, one…
Find out more »Adult Coloring Craze Party!
Coloring Craze Party at the Bristol Historical Society continues on Friday, November 15th at 6:30-8:30pm! (Note time change.) 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. For mail requests write to Color Craze BHS PO Box 1393, Bristol, 06011-1393 or call at 860-583-6309.
Find out more »Third Thursday Program: “New Departure Social Activities”
This program will be held on Thursday, November 21 at 7:00pm and Saturday November 23 at 1:00pm to accommodate possible overflow crowd and space availability. Registration requested: by calling BHS at 860 583-6309. Please specify date you wish to attend Members are free; all others $5. Refreshments provided, Handicap accessible; parking behind building At the program, the New Departure Holiday Ornament and booklet regarding New Departure written by Bob Adamczyk will be available for sale. Presenter: Bob Adamczyk, Bristol Historian…
Find out more »Movie: “Wuthering Heights” Fri & Sat, 7pm
MOVIE: “Wuthering Heights” starring Lawrence Olivier & Merle Oberon on reel film, with Vintage cartoons. 7pm $3 all ages.
Find out more »Third Thursday Program: “New Departure Social Activities”
This program will be held on Thursday, November 21 at 7:00pm and Saturday November 23 at 1:00pm to accommodate possible overflow crowd and space availability. Registration requested: by calling BHS at 860 583-6309. Please specify date you wish to attend Members are free; all others $5. Refreshments provided, Handicap accessible; parking behind building At the program, the New Departure Holiday Ornament and booklet regarding New Departure written by Bob Adamczyk will be available for sale. Presenter: Bob Adamczyk, Bristol Historian…
Find out more »December 2019
BHS Annual Holiday Fair
Save the date! The BHS Annual Holiday Fair will be held on Saturday, December 7th from 10am-4pm! Get into the Spirit of the Season... Please join us at The Bristol Historical Society for our 13th Annual Holiday Craft Fair on Saturday, December 7th, 2019 from 10am until 4pm. We're located at the corner of Center and Summer Streets. Unique Crafts, Clothing, Jewelry and Prepared Food Items Holiday Boutique with gently-used Christmas Items and Bake Sale! Do your Christmas shopping early,…
Find out more »January 2020
Bristol 103: Scandals and Crimes
*** Please note that the Bristol 103 program will be held on Sunday, January 19 at 7 pm due to the weather prediction. Anyone that has purchased a ticket and needs a refund due to the date change, please contact the office at 860-583-6309 and we will gladly provide one! *** From witch trials to embezzlement to murder, Bristol has had its fair share of salacious moments. This special presentation of the Bristol 101 series, will cover some of the…
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