The annual Graveyard Lantern Tour, presented by the West Haven Historical Society, is scheduled Saturday, Oct. 22, 5-7:30 p.m. Groups of 15-20 people will leave from the Poli House every l5/20 minutes, and will be escorted to the West Haven Green to … [Read more...] about Society ‘tour’ slated for this Saturday
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Historians schedule Allingtown bus tour
​Sunday Oct. 2, the West Haven Historical Society will conduct a bus tour of historic sites in Allingtown. Departing at 1:30 p.m. from the Poli House 686 Savin Ave. The event will cost $20 per person. Participants must email emmettpur@msn … [Read more...] about Historians schedule Allingtown bus tour
Historical Society sets open house June 11
Did you know that West Haven was originally called by another name? Or have you ever heard of Wigwam Creek? For whom is the Football Stadium named? Some of these questions may be asked of kids attending the Open House at the Historical … [Read more...] about Historical Society sets open house June 11
Historians host open house
The West Haven Historical Society will celebrate Kid's Day at the Annual Open House Day, Saturday, June 11. As part of the statewide Open House Day for historical societies and museums, the local organization is planning a free program of activities … [Read more...] about Historians host open house
Bond grants fund rehab plans; aid Arts Center, Poli Mansion
The city’s state delegation to the General assemblyannounced West Haven will be receiving significant state funds to update several projects. The $4 million in funding will support two overall projects to improve and invest in the shoreline and … [Read more...] about Bond grants fund rehab plans; aid Arts Center, Poli Mansion
Historical Society plans annual Graveyard Tours
The West Haven Historical Society will hold its traditional Halloween Graveyard Lantern Tour on Saturday evening, Oct. 23. The begins at 5 and end at 7:30. Cost is $5 adults $2 for children 12 and under. Attendees must … [Read more...] about Historical Society plans annual Graveyard Tours
Oriental Park walking tour on Oct. 2
The West Haven Historical Society Walking Tour will take place on Saturday, Oct. 2 at 10 a.m. This year the tour will feature the Savin Rock neighborhood of Oriental Park which was a vibrant, spirited area with summer cottages and nearby homes … [Read more...] about Oriental Park walking tour on Oct. 2
‘Christmas in July’ craft fair, Saturday at the Poli House
Plan to get a Head start on Christmas shopping by going to the West Haven Historical Society's "Christmas in July" Craft Fair Saturday July 24, at the Poli House Garden at 686 Savin Ave. across from the Green. The Fair will run from 10-4. Rain date … [Read more...] about ‘Christmas in July’ craft fair, Saturday at the Poli House
Centennial kicks off!
Pop Rocks open celebration By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Westies young and old, many donning blue and white, gathered in Old Grove Park to help their beloved West Haven blow out the figurative candles on its 100th birthday … [Read more...] about Centennial kicks off!
Boat parade celebrates centennial, shore
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Ships ahoy! A patriotic parade of about 50 boats, American flags blowing in the wind, set sail across nearly 3 miles of the West Haven seaboard Saturday to christen the community’s 100th … [Read more...] about Boat parade celebrates centennial, shore