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Put Yourself Back in the Narrative: The Past, Present, and Future of Women in Science
March 16th, 2025
2:00 - 4:00 pm
C.H. Booth Library
25 Main Street
Cyd Cipolla, Clinicial Associate Professor of Media, Culture, and Communication at NYU's Steinhardt School, will present a talk about the history, current experience and future of women in science.
Antiques Appraisal Day in Conjunction with the Matthew Curtis House Open House
April 12th, 2025
12:00 - 4:00 pm
Matthew Curtis House
44 Main Street
Newtown Meeting House
31 Main Street
After many years, the much-anticipated Antiques Appraisal Day is making a return. Sponsored by the Newtown Historical Society, enthusiasts and collectors are invited to uncover the hidden stories and value behind their cherished treasures. No appointment is necessary. Simply stop by the Newtown Meeting House, by the flagpole. Brian Corcoran, of The Auction Barn in New Milford, Tucker Frey, of Tucker Frey Antiques in Woodbury, and John Renjilian, of Pages of Yesteryear in Newtown will be on hand to provide professional evaluations. $10 per item and photographs of large items will be accepted.
The Matthew Curtis House, across the street at 44 Main Street, will also host an Open House at the same time. Visitors will have an opportunity to explore this fine example of an 18th Century Saltbox and learn about colonial life in Newtown. This is a free event, however, donations are welcomed and appreciated in order to continue offering events such as this.
June Open House and Woodworking Demonstration
June 22nd, 2025
12:00 - 4:00 pm
Matthew Curtis House
44 Main Street
Please join us for our last open house until Fall! Rick Liegl, from Colonial Crafts of Connecticut will demonstrate early American woodworking. Rick visits original 17th century pieces of furniture in museums and then recreates them using antique hand tools and historically accurate techniques. He promotes an interest in the early furniture made in New England by demonstating joinery, decorative carving, spoon and bowl carving at museums and historical societies throughout Connecticut. He always brings handmade pieces for sale. Refreshments will be served and tours of the Matthew Curtiss House will be available.This is a free event, but donations are appreciated!
Ezra Around Town
Beginning January 2025
Introducing Ezra the Rooster. Follow our "Ezra Around Town" posts on Facebook or Instagram. Ezra the Rooster, named for our first unofficial Town Historian, Ezra Johnson, will be starting his travels around Newtown in January. He'll be visiting locations with a historical significance, but some of the lesser known locations to most Newtowners. Be sure to like our pages in order to receive updates of his travels.