HMS Resolute Lecture
New London Public Library 63 Huntington St, New London, United StatesJoin our executive director Steve Manuel at the New London Public Library as he discusses the HMS Resolute. Learn about arctic exploration and our history as you discover the role of New London and the President's desk.
2024 NLCHS Annual Meeting
New London County Historical Society 11 Blinman Street, New London, CT, United StatesThis year our annual meeting will include a discussion of the updates to the Hempstead Diary. We are pleased to announce our 3rd edition will be available for purchase. This edition includes additional content and an updated index. Pat Schaefer will discuss the changes, and the work she coordinated to get the book published. The […]
Basic Research Class
The class consists of fours sessions, taught by Patricia Schaefer, experienced researcher, and Kim McLean, expert genealogist. It will cover primary and secondary sources and use of the internet. All sessions meet from 9:30 am to 11:30 am March 4 March 11 March 18 March 25 Cost $100 Click to Purchase
Benedict Arnold Lecture
New London County Historical Society 11 Blinman Street, New London, CT, United StatesBenedict Arnold was born in Norwich. The son of a sea captain father, and Lathrop mother he was destined for Yale. His alcoholic father impoverished the family and was sent to debtor's prison. Arnold never made it to Yale. Instead his Lathrop uncles taught him the pharmacy business. Learn how Arnold was impacted by his […]
Washington’s Favorite, The Nation’s Guest: Songs of Lafayette’s Time In America
New London County Historical Society 11 Blinman Street, New London, CT, United StatesIntroducing the Third Edition of The Diary of Joshua Hempstead 1711-1758
Shaw Mansion 11 Blinman Street, New London, CT, United StatesThe long-awaited newest edition of the Joshua Hempstead diary is now available. Pat Schaefer will speak on the changes and many additions to the diary stemming from a thorough proofreading of the manuscript against the previous printed text. The talk will be held at the Shaw Mansion, with refreshments to follow. It is free and […]