Danbury Museum & Historical Society new exhibit opening on Saturday, January 31

The Danbury Museum & Historical Society’s latest exhibit, Collections, Community, & Conversation...Continued will open on Saturday, January 31, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The cases in Huntington Hall, the museum exhibit space, are filled with a wealth of interesting objects gleaned from the collections of individuals from The Greater Danbury area. On display is an eclectic mix of objects including vintage bottle openers, custard cups, Disney memorabilia, militaria, American pottery, bells, buttons, kites, embroidered aprons and more.

“Due to the popularity of last year’s exhibit, we’re pleased to once again offer this opportunity to enthusiastic collectors,” said Brigid Guertin, Executive Director of The Danbury Museum & Historical Society.” “It has proven to be a fun and exciting way to welcome the community to the museum and for individuals to share their items and passion for the art of collecting.”

The exhibit is free will be open to the public Wednesday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m and on display through March 21, 2015.

In addition, the museum will be hosting several free documentary film programs on the subject of craft, collecting and object appraisal throughout the exhibit run. A schedule of events and additional information will be available on the museum website at www.danburymuseum.org

About the DMHSA:

The Danbury Museum & Historical Society was formed in 1947 to acquire, preserve, exhibit and interpret New England’s past; focusing particularly on the heritage of Danbury. Situated in downtown Danbury, the museum preserves the John and Mary Rider House (c.1785), the Dodd Hat Shop (c. 1790), the Marian Anderson Studio and the Charles Ives Birthplace. Huntington Hall, a modern exhibit building houses the museum offices and research library.

About the DMHSA:

The Danbury Museum & Historical Society was formed in 1947 to acquire, preserve, exhibit and interpret New England's past; focusing particularly on the heritage of Danbury. Situated in downtown Danbury, the museum preserves the John and Mary Rider House (c.1785), the Dodd Hat Shop (c. 1790), the Marian Anderson Studio and the Charles Ives Birthplace. Huntington Hall, a modern exhibit building houses the museum offices and research library.

Photo credit: Michele Lee Amundsen

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