The Preston Connecticut Historical Society

The Preston Connecticut Historical Society The Preston, Connecticut Historical Society, preserving Preston's history and rural identity for future generations.

The Preston, Connecticut Historical Society is dedicated to preserving Preston’s rich history and rural identity while promoting and enhancing the life or our community for many generations to come. It is our belief that through awareness of Preston’s history our citizens will appreciate their town, increasing the sense of pride within our community. Our goal is to perpetuate the history of the To

wn of Preston and preserve the documents and records that tell the story of our town's history. The society sponsors historical and civic programs and events annually, further enhancing our mission. The Preston, Connecticut Historical Society support multiple local educational initiatives that continue to promote the study and documentation of history. We support projects which strive to restore, mark or preserve local historical sites or artifacts deemed appropriate by the Board of Directors.

Please join us on June 9th @ 6pm for the summer meeting of the Preston Historical Society. It will take place at our Lo...
05/31/2026

Please join us on June 9th @ 6pm for the summer meeting of the Preston Historical Society. It will take place at our Long Society Meeting House.
We will be working on additional celebrations of the 250th Anniversary, as well as our continuing work on preserving the meeting house and maintaining cemeteries in Preston, and 😀😀start planning an Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service at LSMH.

Many hands make for light work.

Shout out to "The Norwich Times" for back-to-back history cover stories. It's excited to see the excitement in our own ...
05/30/2026

Shout out to "The Norwich Times" for back-to-back history cover stories. It's excited to see the excitement in our own community for the 250th Anniversary of the Constitution.

05/27/2026

Next Thursday, Jun. 4th at 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm:
Join us for a poignant presentation as Vivian Zoe, daughter of two Holocaust survivors, shares her parents’ story and how their experiences shaped her life and work. Through her research and presentations, she educates and connects with audiences.

Please register at:
www.prestonpubliclibrary.org

For those who love creating things the way they use too.
05/27/2026

For those who love creating things the way they use too.

The Gathering Thread:
Work on any needlework project in a relaxing environment, and exchange tips and ideas: Crocheting, knitting, quilting, embroidery, sewing and more! Meets every second and fourth Thursday, 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm.
No registration required.

Sci Fi & Fantasy Book Club:
Meets on the last Thursday of the month from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
June’s book of the month is Circe by Madeline Miller. To participate and get a book, call 860-886-1010 or stop by the Library.

www.prestonpubliclibrary.org

Great news from Preservation Connecticut, 1776 Grant program. We are the recipient of a grant for exterior paint of the ...
05/23/2026

Great news from Preservation Connecticut, 1776 Grant program.
We are the recipient of a grant for exterior paint of the Long Society Meeting House. This is so important, after years of working hard to preserve the Meeting House, we can maintain the work that was done. Thank you Preservation Connecticut.

05/14/2026
Come you and Celebrate 250th Anniversary with us
05/13/2026

Come you and Celebrate 250th Anniversary with us

Address

Long Society Road
Preston, CT
06365

Telephone

(860) 710-1316

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