Who We Are
Barkhamsted Historical Society is dedicated to preserving Barkhamsted history, helping people connect with past traditions and inspiring appreciation for our heritage to enrich lives and strengthen community.
Come visit
Wednesday 9:00 - 12:00 pm & Sundays 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Special visits by appointment
100 East River Road, Barkhamsted, CT 06063
Here is a short tour of some of the landmarks currently on the Barkhamsted landscape. These photos and descriptions were done about the year 2000 but can still be seen now.
Find out more about Barkhamsted’s Historic Landmarks
Tour of Barkhamsted’s Historic Landmarks
The Center Schoolhouse
Barkhamsted Center Church
The Hitchcock Chair Factory
The Saville Dam
The Soldiers Monument & Bell Tower
The Old Riverton Inn
The Brick Church (1834)
The Pleasant Valley Brick House
The Arba Alford House
The Farmington River
Camp White (Civilian Conservation Corps)
Pleasant Valley View
Merrill Tavern Restoration
BHS was granted a long-term lease by the MDC for Merrill Tavern, a before photo at sunset and an after photo showing off the new exterior paint and shutters, which is located in .what used to be the bustling center of Barkhamsted on Old Town Hall Rd. Prior to the construction of the reservoir, this thoroughfare led down to the Hollow. Across the street from the Tavern is a private residence that once served as Barkhamsted’s Town Hall. Next door is the First Congregational Church, which replaced the meetinghouse structure in Barkhamsted Center. Not far from Merrill Tavern is the Barkhamsted Center School House, a structure moved to its current location in 1980 on land leased from the MDC. Please help us restore and preserve this historic village of Olde Barkhamsted!
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Email
bhs@barkhamstedhistory.us
Phone
(860) 738-2456
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 94
Pleasant Valley, CT 06063
Squires Tavern Location
100 E. River Road
Barkhamsted, CT 06063
Get Involved
Volunteers Welcome! Whatever your passion in history, there is a spot for you! Collections, Docents, Special Event Planning, Landscaping, Gardening, Buildings and Grounds, Article Writing for our Quarterly, Genealogy, etc.