The West Haven Historical Society and West Haven Rotary Club continued their partnership, designating historic homes by placing historical signage on two additional West Haven houses. The two local organizations have designated the Durell Shepard … [Read more...] about City residences ‘signed up’
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Society, Rotary designate city homes as historical landmarks
The West Haven Historical Society and the West Haven Rotary Club are pleased to announce a joint partnership placing historic markers on the exterior of historical homes and commercial property throughout the city. The granite plaques will … [Read more...] about Society, Rotary designate city homes as historical landmarks
Society Open House set for weekend
The annual Open House Weekend at the Historical Society will bring back some memories of "School Days, School Days" in West Haven Public Schools. The photography exhibit spotlighting schools will open Saturday, June 9 from 10-4, and Sunday, June 10 … [Read more...] about Society Open House set for weekend
‘School Days’ display at annual open house
The Annual Open House Weekend at the Historical Society will feature a photographic display of school pictures. The exhibit "School Days, School Days" will show photos of students, teachers, and principals dating from 1889 to the l960's. The exhibit … [Read more...] about ‘School Days’ display at annual open house
Purmont chronicles recent past
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Edward M. O’Brien received a freshly pressed copy of “A Brief History of West Haven, Conn., 1986-2017” from author and city historian Jon E. Purmont during a presentation Oct. 12 at City … [Read more...] about Purmont chronicles recent past
Great War exhibit featured this weekend
The West Haven Historical Society will open an exhibit on World War I on Saturday June 10 and Sunday June 11 from 11- 4. The exhibit will showcase local memorabilia, photographs, medals, and other artifacts related to West Haven's participation in … [Read more...] about Great War exhibit featured this weekend