The Barkhamsted Historical Society was very busy during the month of May 2009. May 8th was the culmination of this years educational outreach lecture series. Local historian Paul Hart gave an excellent oral presentation on the history of Barkhamsted Center...

On February 10, 2009, archaeologist Dr. Ken Feder and Historical Society volunteers Linne Landgraf and Paul Hart met to discuss a proposed exhibit on the Barkhamsted Lighthouse community. The exhibit will be a temporary feature at the Squire's Tavern...

Progress...even in the winter! Historical Society volunteers take advantage of a fairly warm day in February to pick up shingles at the Barkhamsted Center schoolhouse. The schoolhouse roof was just recently redone with new red cedar shingles by A &...

Press Release Archaeological site in Barkhamsted earns State Archaeological Preserve designation. Barkhamsted , CT , January 15, 2009: On December 3, 2008 the Connecticut Historic Preservation Council designated the Lighthouse Archaeological Site, located...

This year's "German Christmas", an educational and Christmas social, sponsored by the Barkhamsted Historical Society and presented by Christmas expert Patti Kierys was a huge success. The program was both educational and fun. Patti is well...

Last spring the Barkhamsted Historical Society was the recipient of a $150,000, Small Town Economic Assistance Program, or STEAP Grant. The grant is specifically geared toward capital improvements and expansion. Several projects had been earmarked for...

On Saturday, September 20, 2008 the Barkhamsted Historical Society held an Open House at the Barkhamsted Center School. Historical Society member Mike Day was on hand to greet visitors and discuss a typical school day in the early 20th century and before...