Revolutionary Talks: Benedict in Blue
2026-03-19 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | New London County Historical Society, 11 Blinman Street, New London, CT, 06320, United States
Join us for the second Talk of our Revolutionary Talks six part series in commemoration of America’s 250th!

Revolutionary Talks #3
2026-05-21 19:00 - 20:00 | New London County Historical Society, 11 Blinman Street, New London, CT, 06320, United States
Join us for the third Talk of our Revolutionary Talks six part series in commemoration of America’s 250th!

Revolutionary Talks: Revolution and Enslavement
2026-06-18 19:00 - 20:00 | New London County Historical Society, 11 Blinman Street, New London, CT, 06320, United States
Join us for the fourth Talk of our now EIGHT part series in commemoration of America’s 250th,
Revolutionary Talks: Revolution and Enslavement!

When America declared independence from England, slavery was legal in the colonies. In England, slavery was effectively abolished in 1772.

Join us as Executive Director, Steve Manuel, discusses how African Americans participated in the American Revolution.
Free and Open to the Public. No reservation required. Donations greatly appreciated!
Join us in person at 11 Blinman Street, New London, CT 06320 or LIVE streaming on YouTube

Celebrate New London with the NLCHS!
2026-07-11 12:00 - 19:00 | Thames River Gallery, 239 Bank St, New London, CT, 06320, United States
Join the NLCHS as we partner with Thames River Gallery, Waterford Country School & the New London Maritime Society Custom House at 239 Bank St, New London, in front of Thames River Gallery!

Join us as the NLCHS, Thames River Gallery, Waterford Country School and the NLMS Custom House bring small animals, carnival games & prizes, and woodcarving demonstrations under the big tent for Celebrate New London!
Fun for the whole family!
Enjoy the musical offerings of Ken Atkins and The Honkytonk Kind Band. Special exhibit opening, Art as Scene Through the Brush and the Lens inside Thames River Gallery, including a small collection of items from the NLCHS!
Stop by the NLCHS and Waterford Country School tables to learn more about each organization’s work!

Revolutionary Talks: Revolution from the Pulpit
2026-08-08 19:00 - 20:00 | New London County Historical Society, 11 Blinman Street, New London, CT, 06320, United States
Join us for the sixth Talk of our eight part series in commemoration of America’s 250th, Revolutionary Talks: Revolution from the Pulpit!
The sermon book of Reverend Ephraim Woodbridge, the husband of Mary Shaw, is one of the many items
in our extensive collection. Join us as our Executive Director Steve Manuel, discusses the impacts of
Congregational Ministers’ sermons on the American Revolution.
Free and Open to the Public. No reservation required! Donations greatly appreciated.
Join us in person at 11 Blinman Street, New London, CT 06320 or LIVE streaming on YouTube

Revolutionary Talks: Benedict in Red; Why Arnold Turned Coat
2026-09-12 15:00 - 16:00 | CT
Join us for the seventh Talk of our eight part series in commemoration of America’s 250th, Revolutionary Talks: Benedict in Red; Why Arnold Turned Coat.
Benedict Arnold was one of Washington’s favorites. On September 20th 1780, Arnold met with Major
John Andre, and Arnold Agreed to abandon his command. The next day the plot was uncovered and
Arnold fled West Point. Join our Executive Director Steve Manuel as he examines the motivations and
events which lead to his betrayal.
Free and Open to the Public. No reservation required! Donations greatly appreciated.
Join us in-person at 11 Blinman Street, New London, CT 06320 or LIVE streaming on YouTube

Revolutionary Talks: Indigenous People and the Revolution
2026-10-08 19:00 - 20:00 | CT
Join us for the eighth and final Talk of our eight-part series, Revolutionary Talks: Indigenous People and the Revolution!
The majority of Connecticut’s 600 indigenous soldiers were from the Mohegan tribe which resided in
New London County. Please join Steve Manuel and Megan Haines as they discuss how the indigenous
peoples in southeastern Connecticut participated in the American Revolution.
Free and Open to the Public. No reservation required! Donations greatly appreciated.
Join us in person at 11 Blinman Street, New London, CT 06320 or LIVE streaming on YouTube
