Derby Historical Society to display portrait of Isaac Hull

ANSONIA - The Derby Historical Society is offering residents a rare opportunity Saturday to view an 18th-century portrait of Commodore Isaac Hull.

The portrait will be on display from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the David Humphreys House, 37 Elm St.
The portrait, painted between 1798 and 1804, depicts Captain Isaac Hull in full dress uniform at approximately 25 to 27 years old.
It was originally owned by Isaac Hull and since his death has been in a private collection.

Admission to the David Humphreys House is $5 for adults; $3 for senior citizens and students; and free for children under 8.