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Newtown Historical Society Docents Host Open House At Matthew Curtiss House
Published: Mar 22, 2019 07:00 AM
The Newtown Historical Society hosted a free open house, from noon to 4 pm, at the Matthew Curtiss House on March 17.
Throughout the afternoon, docents gave tours of the building, which was constructed in 1750 and is home to many antiques.
Homemade Irish soda bread was served to guests in honor of St Patrick’s Day.
The next Newtown Historical Society open house is scheduled for April 28, from noon to 4 pm, and will include a calligraphy workshop.
For more information, visit newtownhistory.org or call 203-426-5937.
Newtown Historical Society docents, pictured from left, Ralph Stein, Gordon Williams, Ella Wanzer, Kerri Rivera, Tina Benhardt, and Barbara Wilson, gather by the kitchen hearth at the Matthew Curtiss House on March 17. —Bee Photos, Silber
Two people climb the steps of the Matthew Curtiss House, 44 Main Street, to receive a tour of the building during the Newtown Historical Society’s open house on March 17.