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July 2019
Movie: “The Adventure’s of Sherlock Holmes” Fri & Sat, July 26 & 27, 7pm
Continuing to celebrate this year's film series of "1939 Hollywood's Golden Year!" "ADVENTURES OF SHERLOCK HOLMES" starring Basil Rathbone, Nigel Bruce & Ida Lupino based on the William Gillette play. Shown on film with classic short cartoons. Presented by The Witch's Dungeon Classic Movie Museum $3.00 Donation - Refreshments available Bristol Historical Society 98 Summer Street, Bristol, CT. www.preservehollywood.org
Find out more »August 2019
Dog Day of Summer!
Spend a fun filled day with the dogs! Sponsored by the Bristol Historical Society and the Memorial Military Museum. Bring your 2019 Bristol Museums Passport or pick one up today to have it stamped with the Memorial Military Museum Paw Print and the BHS stamp! Free admission for all. At 10:30 AM: BHS offers "READING WITH THE DOGS!" The fun starts at 10:30am when Robert Casey & his dog Aspen come to visit. They are affiliated with the national organization…
Find out more »Movie: “Gone With The Wind” Fri & Sat, Aug 23rd & 24th, 7pm
Hollywood at the Bijou presents, "Gone With The Wind" an Oscar Winning Classic with Clark Gable, Vivien Leigh, Olivia DeHavilland and Leslie Howard. Plus vintage cartoons - all shown on REAL film! Fri, Aug 23rd & Sat, Aug 24th at 7pm. $3 Donation Refreshments are available Presented by The Witch's Dungeon Classic Movie Museum preservehollywood.org
Find out more »September 2019
Annual “Evening on the Hill” Auction
Join us for a fun evening features a silent auction beginning at 5:30 pm while guests enjoy wine, soft drinks, and finger foods. At this time, bidders can also preview a group of live auction items that often includes collectibles, art, furniture, antiques, and the occasional fun and eclectic items. Bidding for the live auction begins at 7 pm. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door and available at the Bristol Historical Society during open hours, Wed.…
Find out more »Adult Coloring Craze Party!
Coloring Craze Party at the Bristol Historical Society continues on Friday, September 20th 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 »“Tales of the Paperboy” with Bob Montgomery
Bob Montgomery will host another program for BHS on Saturday, September 21st at 1PM. His program “Tales of the Paperboy” is a continuation of his newspaper articles. Free for BHS members, $5. For non-members.
Find out more »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…
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