Historical society holds annual appeal

ANSONIA - The Derby Historical Society is conducting its Annual Appeal. It is in great need of  financial help so members can continue to preserve and bring to life the rich and full history of the Lower Naugatuck Valley.

With help this year the Society will be able to:

• Continue its award-winning Day in 1762 education program
• Present enhanced exhibits and programs
• Ensure the care and growth of its historic collections
• Continue essential building maintenance and restoration projects

To kick off this year’s campaign, 100 percent of the Board of Directors have pledged nearly $5,000.

You can make a tax-deductible donation by sending a check to the Derby Historical Society, Attn: Annual Appeal, 37 Elm St., Ansonia, Ct. 06401.
 
200th anniversary of War of 1812




This year also marks the 200th anniversary of the War of 1812 and the Society will be holding a program at 4:30 p.m. Nov. 19 at Grassy Hill Lodge, 77 Sodom Lane, Derby to celebrate this historic anniversary.

Glenn Cantwell, author of the newest book on Commodore Isaac Hull, "America’s Captain of 1812," will be  featured speaker.
Jamie Cohen and the Cohen family will be receiving the Dr. John I. Howe Aaward that same evening.
Donors of $40 or more to the Annual Appeal will receive a complimentary ticket to the program.

For information or to purchase tickets to the program call 203-735-1908 or email info@derbyhistorical.org. 

The above information is taken from a release from the Derby Historical Society.