Spring equals free admission at historical society

LITCHFIELD >> The Litchfield Historical Society recently annoujnced that Ericson Insurance Advisors will once again sponsor free admission for all to the Litchfield History Museum and the Tapping Reeve House & Law School. Members of the community and visitors are invited to participate in the town’s shared history and celebrate the stories that helped make Litchfield a memorable place. The museums open for the season on Saturday, April 22 and will be on view through Sunday, Nov. 26. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.

Ericson Insurance Advisors, a premier Litchfield County-based provider of insurance solutions and independent advice to both businesses and families, sponsored free admission in 2016 and has committed to doing so for the 2017 season.

“Ericson is so proud to continue our ongoing support of the Litchfield Historical Society’s important mission to enrich the cultural life of our community by bringing our region’s extraordinary history to life for everyone,” said Ericson Vice President Nat Worden, a Litchfield resident, in a written statement.

The Litchfield History Museum will feature a new exhibition, Thoughts, Words, and Deeds: Exploring the Litchfield Female Academy, which explores Miss Sarah Pierce’s school, the role it played in shaping later educational, social, and economic opportunities for women in the United States and highlights newly discovered information about the students and their legacies. Also on view will be America’s Pastimes: Sports and Recreation in Litchfield, which highlights the role of sports and recreation in town, and showcases the stories and experiences of Litchfield residents.

At the Tapping Reeve House & Law School visitors can take a journey through the life of a real student from the early 19th century. Explore timeless issues of travel, communication, education, and community as you visit this award-winning exhibit.

The Litchfield History Museum is located at 7 South St., Litchfield, CT. The Tapping Reeve House & Law School is located at 82 South St., Litchfield, CT. For more information about the museums, exhibits, or upcoming programs, visit www.litchfieldhistoricalsociety.org or call (860) 567-4501.