Old Town Hall Image

Learn more about this "new" image of the old town hall and where we found it, in an upcoming Musings From Main email.

If you have artifacts or other cultural items you would like to donate, contact Archivist Leith Johnson at (860) 289-1783, ext. 6.

This program opens with an overview of the 175 year history of historic preservation in America followed by the story of Bill Hosley's passion for preservation - a passion that began during the Bicentennial and has intensified every year since. Bill studied local history, architectural history, art and artifacts. As a preservationist, museologist, photographer and storyteller Bill's aim is to protect places and things worth caring about. Discovering civic narratives and treasures builds a scaffolding of allure around a community’s most authentic elements.  Exploring and expanded the interplay between cultural heritage, historic preservation, museum practice, tourism, scholarship, and public programming has been his life’s work.  If you wonder what historic preservation is about - there isn’t one answer. Hopefully, Bill's journey inspires others to come together as place makers and stewards of a rich past made richer by our care.

Performance Lecture Series: Martha Washington

March 23, 2022 2-3pm  Fee $20

Professional actress, Maggie Worsdale, portrays Martha Washington, a woman who wanted nothing more than a peaceful domestic life, only to find herself in the unwanted glare of a national spotlight. Through it all Martha Washington maintained her natural, unassuming presence. She was cheerful, attentive, and appreciative: the very model of a President’s Lady.

Since 2013, Maggie has been traveling the country with her lecture series portraying Martha Washington. National radio programs have featured her insights into the life of this woman and the times in which she lived.

Program fee $20 Pre-registration is open. Space is limited.

King Book Club: Pet Sematary
March 24, 2022 6pm

Join our Stephen King Book Club! Facilitated by local author Jessica Bottomley, this book club meets alternate months at Wood Memorial Library and Red Heat Tavern. It focuses on books by author Stephen King, and is welcoming of new members.  

 Free Author Event: Nan Rossiter “A Good Measure”

April 24, 2022 1-3 pm  Free

Co-Sponsored with Book Club on the Go

Join us for a meet & greet with author Nan Rossiter to celebrate the release of A Good Measure! Nan will be chatting about and signing her books from 1pm to 3pm.

There will be complimentary tea and Jojo’s Cookies for sale.

Return to Tybee Island off the coast of Georgia in USA Today bestselling author Nan Rossiter’s third Savannah Skies novel, a heartwarming story about love, acceptance, finding your place in the world, and learning to carry on in the face of overwhelming loss.

Purchase signed copies during this event or pre-order at https://www.bookclubct.com/.