Exhibits

The Cornwall Historical Society is pleased to announce that we have been awarded an Award of Merit by the Connecticut League of History Organizations for our exhibit Cornwall Goes to War: 1756 - 2006.

From a letter addressed to our Curator, Jodi Polsgrove, we quote the following:

"The committee was particularly impressed with the exhibition's impact on the Town of Cornwall, both in the short and long term. Through seeking the assistance of local veterans and their descendents and giving Cornwall residents a place to share their thoughts and memories, the Society turned the exhibition into a community project. This opened the door for town residents to be active participants in the institution and feel comfortable donating their artifacts to the Society. Discussion with the schools has paved the way for future collaborations. And, through opening the institution during Memorial Day Weekend for the first time, and coinciding with the town's Library Book Sale, the institution not only improved its attendance numbers but also further integrated itself into the town's culture."

Scott L. Wands, Chairperson

Awards Committee

Our sincere thanks to Jodi for her hard work in organizing the exhibit, and
our appreciation for all who donated and loaned items and helped make the exhibit a success!

Due to our renovation, the Society is currently closed for Exhibits.

A Sampling of Items from our 2007 Exhibit: Cornwall Goes to War: 1756 - 2006

The Cornwall Historical Society's spring exhibition is Cornwall Goes to War. We invite Cornwall residents, and those with Cornwall roots, to come see the exhibit, which includes items such as uniforms, letters, ration booklets, photographs and prints, military orders and commissions, and other related items.