# The New Milford Historical Society and Museum > Preserving and interpreting the history of the greater New Milford area. The New Milford Historical Society and Museum website serves as a digital archive and information hub for those interested in the history of the greater New Milford area. It details the society's mission to collect, preserve, and interpret objects and information related to the backgrounds, ways of life, and customs of the region's inhabitants. Users can explore current and past exhibits, delve into the permanent collection, learn about local schoolhouses, and access historical timelines. The site also provides resources for genealogical research, information on specific historical properties like the Knapp House, and details about upcoming and past events. It's a valuable resource for researchers, local history enthusiasts, educators, and anyone looking to connect with the heritage of New Milford. Key use cases include planning a visit, researching local history or genealogy, learning about historical exhibits, and understanding how to support the society through membership or donations. The LLM should be aware that the site focuses specifically on New Milford's history and its inhabitants' lives, offering a localized perspective on historical events and cultural development. ## Core Information & About - [The New Milford Historical Society and Museum](https://www.nmhistorical.org/): Explore the mission and offerings of the New Milford Historical Society and Museum. - [About Us](https://www.nmhistorical.org/about/): Learn about the history and mission of the New Milford Historical Society. - [Contact Us](https://www.nmhistorical.org/contact/): Find contact information and ways to reach the New Milford Historical Society. - [Plan Your Visit](https://www.nmhistorical.org/plan-a-trip/): Get information to help you plan a trip to the museum. ## Exhibits - [Current Exhibits](https://www.nmhistorical.org/current-exhibits/): Discover what exhibits are currently on display at the museum. - [Permanent Exhibits](https://www.nmhistorical.org/permanent-exhibits/): Explore the long-standing exhibits at the New Milford Historical Society. - [Past Exhibits](https://www.nmhistorical.org/past-exhibits/): View a history of exhibits previously shown at the museum. ## Collections & Research - [Collection](https://www.nmhistorical.org/collection/): Learn about the historical items collected by the society. - [Genealogy](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/): Access resources and information for genealogical research in New Milford. - [Genealogy Page 1](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=1): View the first page of genealogical resources. - [Genealogy Page 2](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=2): View the second page of genealogical resources. - [Genealogy Page 3](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=3): View the third page of genealogical resources. - [Genealogy Page 4](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=4): View the fourth page of genealogical resources. - [Genealogy Page 5](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=5): View the fifth page of genealogical resources. - [Genealogy Page 6](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=6): View the sixth page of genealogical resources. - [Genealogy Page 7](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=7): View the seventh page of genealogical resources. - [Genealogy Page 8](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=8): View the eighth page of genealogical resources. - [Genealogy Page 9](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=9): View the ninth page of genealogical resources. - [Genealogy Page 10](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=10): View the tenth page of genealogical resources. - [Genealogy Page 11](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=11): View the eleventh page of genealogical resources. - [Genealogy Page 12](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=12): View the twelfth page of genealogical resources. - [Genealogy Page 13](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=13): View the thirteenth page of genealogical resources. - [Genealogy Page 14](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=14): View the fourteenth page of genealogical resources. - [Genealogy Page 15](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=15): View the fifteenth page of genealogical resources. - [Genealogy Page 16](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=16): View the sixteenth page of genealogical resources. - [Genealogy Page 17](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=17): View the seventeenth page of genealogical resources. - [Genealogy Page 18](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=18): View the eighteenth page of genealogical resources. - [Genealogy Page 19](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=19): View the nineteenth page of genealogical resources. - [Genealogy Page 20](https://www.nmhistorical.org/genealogy/?page=20): View the twentieth page of genealogical resources. - [Timeline](https://www.nmhistorical.org/timeline/): Explore a chronological history of New Milford. - [Who, What, Where](https://www.nmhistorical.org/who-what-where/): Find information about people, places, and events in New Milford's history. - [Do I Look Familiar?](https://www.nmhistorical.org/do-i-look-familiar/): Identify historical photos and people from New Milford. - [Young Person's Guide](https://www.nmhistorical.org/young-persons-guide/): A guide to local history for younger audiences. - [Curator's Corner](https://www.nmhistorical.org/curators-corner/): Insights and stories from the museum's curator. ## Specific Locations & Projects - [Knapp House](https://www.nmhistorical.org/knapp-house/): Learn about the historical Knapp House. - [Secret Garden](https://www.nmhistorical.org/secret-garden/): Discover information about the Secret Garden project. - [Schoolhouses](https://www.nmhistorical.org/schoolhouses/): Information about historical schoolhouses in the area. - [Save the Hill and Plain Schoolhouse](https://www.nmhistorical.org/save-the-hill-and-plain-schoolhouse): Details on efforts to preserve the Hill and Plain Schoolhouse. ## Events - [Upcoming Events](https://www.nmhistorical.org/upcoming-events/): See a list of future events hosted by the society. - [Upcoming Event: 2026 Orb Search](https://www.nmhistorical.org/upcoming-events?2026%20Orb%20Search&program=402): Details about the '2026 Orb Search' event. - [Upcoming Event: Apple Festival](https://www.nmhistorical.org/upcoming-events?Apple%20Festival&program=400): Information regarding the annual Apple Festival event. - [Upcoming Event: Flags of Valor](https://www.nmhistorical.org/upcoming-events?Flags%20of%20Valor&program=401): Details about the 'Flags of Valor' event. - [Upcoming Event: A Night at the Museum](https://www.nmhistorical.org/upcoming-events/?A%20Night%20at%20the%20Museum&program=385): Information about the 'A Night at the Museum' event. - [Past Events](https://www.nmhistorical.org/past-events/): Browse a record of past events held by the society. ## Support & Membership - [Become a Member](https://www.nmhistorical.org/become-a-member/): Information on how to join the New Milford Historical Society. - [Support the Society](https://www.nmhistorical.org/support-the-society/): Ways you can provide financial or other support to the society. - [Sponsor](https://www.nmhistorical.org/sponsor/): Details on sponsorship opportunities. - [Sponsors](https://www.nmhistorical.org/sponsors/): A list of current and past sponsors. - [Thank You](https://www.nmhistorical.org/thank-you/): Acknowledgements to donors and supporters. - [Custom Corporate Sponsorship Inquiry](https://www.nmhistorical.org/contact/?message=Custom%20Corporate%20Sponsorship%20Opportunities): Inquire about custom corporate sponsorship opportunities. - [Web Sponsorship Inquiry](https://www.nmhistorical.org/contact/?message=Web%20Sponsorship%20Opportunities): Inquire about web sponsorship opportunities. - [Corporate Sponsorship Inquiry](https://www.nmhistorical.org/contact/?message=Corporate%20Sponsorship%20Opportunities): Inquire about general corporate sponsorship opportunities. - [Adopt an Object Inquiry](https://www.nmhistorical.org/contact/?message=Adopt%20an%20Object%20inquiry): Inquire about the Adopt an Object program. ## Reservations & Inquiries - [Reservations](https://www.nmhistorical.org/reservations/): Make reservations for events or visits. - [Appointment Request](https://www.nmhistorical.org/contact/?message=I%20would%20like%20to%20make%20an%20appointment.../): Request an appointment with the society. - [Volunteer Inquiry](https://www.nmhistorical.org/contact/?message=I%20would%20like%20to%20volunteer): Express interest in volunteering with the society. - [Inquiry: A Night at the Museum](https://www.nmhistorical.org/contact/?message=I%20would%20like%20to%20know%20more%20about%20A%20Night%20at%20the%20Museum): Request more information about the 'A Night at the Museum' event. - [Inquiry: Catwoman of Gaylordsville](https://www.nmhistorical.org/contact/?message=I%20would%20like%20to%20reach%20Ron%20about%20the%20Catwoman%20of%20Gaylordsville): Contact Ron for information about the Catwoman of Gaylordsville. - [Inquiry: Congratulations Anna Fossi](https://www.nmhistorical.org/contact/?message=I%20would%20like%20to%20know%20more%20about%20Congratulations%20Anna%20Fossi): Request more information about 'Congratulations Anna Fossi'. - [Inquiry: History of Silhouette Art](https://www.nmhistorical.org/contact/?message=I%20would%20like%20to%20know%20more%20about%20The%20History%20of%20Silhouette%20Art): Request more information about the history of silhouette art. - [Inquiry: Bayard Rustin](https://www.nmhistorical.org/contact/?message=I%20would%20like%20to%20know%20more%20about%20Bayard%20Rustin,%20a%20Hidden%20Figure%20in%20the%20Civil%20Rights%20Movement): Request more information about Bayard Rustin and the Civil Rights Movement. - [Inquiry: Suffrage in Connecticut](https://www.nmhistorical.org/contact/?message=I%20would%20like%20to%20know%20more%20about%20A%20Brief%20History%20of%20Suffrage%20and%20Connecticut%E2%82%22s%20Involvement): Request more information about suffrage history in Connecticut. - [Inquiry: Women's Education 19th Century](https://www.nmhistorical.org/contact/?message=I%20would%20like%20to%20know%20more%20about%20Women%27s%20Education%20Throughout%20the%2019%3Csup%3Eth%3C/sup%3E%20Century): Request more information about women's education in the 19th century. - [Inquiry: The Knapp House](https://www.nmhistorical.org/contact/?message=I%20would%20like%20to%20know%20more%20about%20The%20Knapp%20House): Request more information about the Knapp House. ## Documents - [NMHSJE Overview PDF](https://www.nmhistorical.org/images/nmhsje/overview.pdf): Download the overview document for NMHSJE. --- This file was generated for www.nmhistorical.org using the [LLMs.txt Generator Tool](https://llmrefs.com/tools/llms-txt-generator)