Salem Historical Society

05/27/2026

Author talk June 6 Old Lyme Historical Society
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Eric D. Lehman: Homegrown Terror: Benedict Arnold & the Burning of New London.
June 6, 7pm at 55 Lyme Street, Old Lyme
On September 6, 1781, Connecticut native Benedict Arnold and a force of 1,700 British soldiers and loyalists took Fort Griswold and burnt New London to the ground. The brutality of the invasion galvanized the new nation, and "Remember New London!" would become a rallying cry for troops under General Lafayette. In "Homegrown Terror", Eric D. Lehman chronicles the events leading up to the attack and highlights this key transformation in Arnold—the point where he went from betraying his comrades to massacring his neighbors and destroying their homes. Suggested donation: $10/ pay what you will. Free to Old Lyme Historical Society Members.

05/27/2026

Season Open Saturdays 1-4 PM
6/20, 7/25, 8/15, 9/19, and during Applefest

05/24/2026

Closed Monday
May 25

05/22/2026

Announcing Exhibit of the Month! Each month, a Slater Memorial Museum staff member will choose a different object (or objects!) from the archives to showcase. May's exhibit was curated by Amanda Flynn Rumney, our Education & Outreach Coordinator.

In the 19th century spirit of Decoration Day (more commonly referred to as Memorial Day today), we honor those who served in the Civil War. Stop by the museum shop now through the end of May to see the display which highlights Black soldiers from Maryland and Norwich hero Lt. Col. Henry Peale.

Image courtesy of Find a Grave.

05/22/2026

June 24 at 6:30 pm Professor Robert E. Hubbard share’s Connecticut Revolutionary Hero and Washington confidant

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June 24 at 6:30 pm
Professor Robert E. Hubbard share’s Connecticut Revolutionary Hero and Washington confidant

05/15/2026

Town of Salem 250th Celebration Community Picnic, Saturday, July 18th from 11am to 4pm at the Salem Community Park, 89 Norwich Rd, Salem. Come celebrate our nation!

05/10/2026

Salem Historical Society will be open following the Memorial Day Ceremony

05/01/2026

04/23/2026

The Society museum will be open that afternoon as well.

Save the Date!

Join us for the 10th Anniversary Cruise for a Cause with The Congregational Church of Salem!

Come celebrate a decade of community, fellowship, and giving back as we set sail for another memorable evening in support of a meaningful cause. Mark your calendars now!

We can’t wait to celebrate this milestone with you!

04/14/2026

The historical society museum will open on May 25 following the Memorial Day Ceremony.