Join the Derby Historical Society and the Derby Public Library for "Tea with the Queen".   This is a free event, open to the public, and features tea and finger foods while watching a presentation by historical performer Sheryl Faye as Queen Elizabeth II. *Fancy hats and tea attire encouraged but not required!

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Please join us at the David Humphreys House for a Traditional Twelfth Night Christmas Celebration featuring food, caroling and a reading of A Christmas Carol.  

Our January Workshop is SOLD OUT. Please check our calendar for information about upcoming workshops and events. Thank you.     NEW FOR 2025 - MONTHLY WORKSHOPS FOR FAMILIES January Workshop  Come visit the Derby Historical Society to make your own Snowman Snow Measuring Stick. We will also be making our own snow so you…

NEW FOR 2025 - MONTHLY WORKSHOPS FOR FAMILIES February Workshop  Come visit the Derby Historical Society to celebrate Valentine's Day. Make a valentine and a special gift while enjoying punch and sweet treats. $7 per child includes all of your supplies and snacks. Spaces are limited to 24 children so reserve your spot today by…

MARCH FAMILY WORKSHOP OPEN HEARTH COOKING $10 per person (includes all adults who will be participating or eating)     Learn how food was prepared in the Colonial Time Period. Under the direction of a skilled docent, make your own lunch over an open hearth and sit down for a family style meal. If you've…

SPECTOR FURNITURE CELEBRATES 135 YEARS Join us for a Grand Opening Reimagined       12:00pm -  Mingle with Simon Spector and other guests portrayed by the Derby Historical Society 12:30pm Welcome from Simon Spector 1890 Press Conference with The Evening Transcript Words from: Ansonia Mayor David Cassetti, Rep. Kara Rochelle, Valley Chamber of Commerce…

Join Dr. Joseph DiRienzo and the Derby Historical Society for the release of their newest book "More 350 Years of Derby History".   Saturday, April 26th 10:00am Derby Public Library           Dr. DiRienzo will give a presentation on the History of the Sterling Opera House and will be available to sign…

You are cordially invited to The Derby Historical Society Annual Meeting Luncheon and Awards Presentation Sunday, April 27th 1:00pm - 4:00pm J.R. Payden Field House 75 Chatfield Street, Derby CT   This year's award recipients are:   Dorothy Larson Award Thomas Baklik   David Humphreys Service Award Cynthia Poppa   Dr. John I. Howe Award…

The Derby Historical Society and the 6th CT Regiment will be marching in the Derby-Shelton Parade. The parade kicks off at 9am at Howe Avenue and Coram Avenue in Shelton and ends on Elizabeth Street in Derby.