wilton historical society

The Wilton Historical Society is located on Danbury Road, (Rt.7). It is a wonderful place for the whole family to visit and enjoy. Established in 1938, the society is dedicated to preserving the history & character of Wilton with exciting schedules of exhibitions, programs that draws visitors from throughout New England and New York.It comprises the Betts-Sturgis-Blackmar house built on the site in 1739 and the Sloan Raymond Fitch house built in 1772 and moved to the site in 2001. There are 12 period rooms furnished to show changes in home life, economy furniture & decor from 1740-1910."Tools of the Trade" is a permanent collection of 600+ tools and a "Toys & Doll" collection for both boys & girls.There is also the Abbott Blacksmith Shop and the Burt Barn which connects with the Betts house and houses rotating exhibits. At the holidays in December, the annual train exhibit is fabulous and takes up the whole barn area.Right now the Exhibits are: Hand Tools Before the Industrial Revolution & Tavern Signs & Paintings. The Betts Museum Store features locally made and one-of-a kind items, many hand made and reasonably priced.We have enjoyed visiting the museum for many years and hope you will too. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-4PM 224 Danbury Road, Wilton,CT

I visited the WHS a few times on school trips and on my own many years ago for the first time and then I decided to volunteer there. For the last 5 years I have helped with the school programs for 2nd grade, 4th grade and 5th grade. This is the best gig in town (and even NE!). They have an several historic homes/buildings (from the 1700's) that are connected which they moved so the museum is all in one place. The barn is filled with an amazing collection of old tools. There is a blacksmith house and a collection of old toys and furnished dollhouses like no other. This is a great place for families, singles, older folks...They have all kinds of programs from knitting, to old fashioned game day, to gingerbread decorating at Christmastime, to a reenactment of . Come in see the GREAT TRAINS during the holidays-you will be amazed!! This is a gem and I am so happy it is in my backyard. There is so much to do so come and spend a day here! You will surely want to come back again and again.