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.

Come Celebrate Derby's 350th Anniversary! The Historic Derby Green, Elizabeth Street, Derby Friday, May 30th   5:30pm - 9:00pm Saturday, May 31st   12:00pm - 9:00pm Sunday, June 1st   12:00pm - 5:00pm   Stop by the Derby Historical Society Booth to learn about Derby's History and to purchase our books "350 Years of Derby History" and "More…

In celebration of the 350th Anniversary of the City of Derby, we will be offering public tours of the David Humphreys House on Saturday, June 14th from 10:00am - 2:00pm. No registration necessary. Just swing by and a costumed docent will teach you all about David Humphreys and life in pre-revolutionary Derby while giving you…

INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION July 4th, 11am Derby Green, Elizabeth Street                                                     10:45am - Music by the Magnificent Brass 11:00am - Essay Contest Awards Ceremony featuring a reading of the Declaration…

The Derby Historical Society Presents TAVERN NIGHT SHHH... Fellas and Dolls - Listen Up! Join us for a roaring good time at the Quail and Ale Speakeasy.   Wednesday, September 10th 6:00pm Quail and Ale, 328 Derby Avenue, Derby CT   Limited tickets are available. $60 pp includes a buffet style dinner with appetizers and…