By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice WEST HAVEN, June 14, 2021 — The City of West Haven Centennial Celebration Committee will toast the community’s 100th anniversary with a six-month series of free concerts, historical exhibits and … [Read more...] about Fireworks, festival highlight city’s centennial celebration
West Haven Historical Society
Society plans Centennial Open House
The West Haven Historical Society will host an Open House Exhibit "From Village to Town" as part of the city's Centennial Celebration on Saturday, June 12, and Sunday, June 13. The display, at the Poli House 686 Savin Ave., will be … [Read more...] about Society plans Centennial Open House
Purmont recalls Pomp, artist Lockwood
By Jon Purmont WH Historical Society Black History Month commenced as a way to remember and celebrate African-Americans and their culture and contributions to America. In our city, we have a number of … [Read more...] about Purmont recalls Pomp, artist Lockwood
Historical Society plans annual ‘Walking Tours’
The West Haven Historical Society will sponsor two Walking Tours of the Savin Avenue-Church Street-Court Street-Chestnut Street neighborhood on Saturday, Sept. 26. Rain date is Oct. 3. The morning tour is scheduled to depart the … [Read more...] about Historical Society plans annual ‘Walking Tours’
Graveyard tour set to step off on October 19
untitled The West Haven Historical Society has scheduled the annual Graveyard Lantern Tour for Saturday, Oct. 19 from 5-7:30 p.m. The rain date for the tour is Oct. 26. The cost is $5 for adults and $2 for children 12 and … [Read more...] about Graveyard tour set to step off on October 19
Society plans two events
The West Haven Historical Society announces its plans for September which includes a unique "Pet Pawtraits" event. That activity is a photo-shoot scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 14, 10 -noon at the Poli House 686 Savin Ave., opposite the … [Read more...] about Society plans two events
Historical Society sets activities for marking Native Americans Day
The West Haven Historical Society plans a variety of activities as part of the upcoming Native Americans in West Haven exhibit at the historical society's headquarters at 686 Savin Ave., across from the Green. The display will be held Saturday, June … [Read more...] about Historical Society sets activities for marking Native Americans Day
Purmont teaches the city its history
By Josh LaBella Voice Reporter When questioned as to why he has remained in West Haven his entire life, Jon Purmont responds with a quote from Governor Ella Grasso. “Bloom where you are planted,” said Purmont. “So, that has kept me … [Read more...] about Purmont teaches the city its history
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Graveyard Lantern Walk slated by Historical group
The West Haven Historical Society will hold its annual Graveyard Lantern Tour on Saturday Oct. 27 on the West Haven Green. The program, which has become a tradition in the community, will begin at 5 and end at 7:30. Tickets are $5 for adults and $2 … [Read more...] about Graveyard Lantern Walk slated by Historical group