Derby Historical Society to host 'Taste of the Past'

ANSONIA – The Derby Historical Society will host “A Taste of the Past” from 1-4 p.m. Nov. 16 at the David Humphreys House, 37 Elm St. 

It will be held in lieu of the historical society's annual Open Hearth Cooking event, due to ongoing renovations at the David Humphreys House.

There will be samplings of traditional holiday favorites, including, but not limited to, baked ham, Brunswick stew, plum pudding, and pumpkin pie. 
Docents and junior docents will demonstrate Colonial tasks and give house tours. 
The gift shop will be open during this event. Cost is $5 for adults, $3 for senior citizens and children under 12.

Call 203-735-1908 for information or visit www.derbyhistorical.org.

Staff offices are located at the Sarah Riggs Humphreys House, 37 Elm St. 



This post is taken from a press release from the Derby Historical Society, a regional historical society dedicated to preserving, maintaining and celebrating the rich and varied history of the Lower Naugatuck Valley.