Welcome to the Waterbury Historical Society
To wrap up celebrations of the bicentennial of General Lafayette's farewell tour of the United States, the American Friends of Lafayette have loaned us these beautiful and informative panels for a couple of weeks. Come check them out in the town offices before we have to give them back!
Waterbury Historical Society is a volunteer-run, nonprofit community organization makes the power of local history visible and vibrant in our everyday lives and community identity. Through educational programming, engaging exhibits, and active collections management, WHS advocates for Waterbury's thriving future through the lens of our rich and storied past.
Search our archives
Much of our collection has been digitally catalogued in PastPerfect, a searchable database used by many local historical societies and small museums. Not sure how to begin your search? Email us!
Donate to our collection
We seek to collect items related to filling gaps in our collection and that have the potential for future historical interest. Items should meet the criteria of our collections scope and pertain directly to the story of Waterbury.
Give financial support
Membership is automatic with an annual donation of $10 or more to support programs, collections management and care, special projects, and our annual appeal. All members receive our quarterly newsletter.