Historical society schedules summer adventures for youth

LITCHFIELD >> Children can embark on a journey back in time with the Litchfield Historical Society’s summer adventures, created for history-lovers ages 8 to 14. The week-long programs run from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and cost $80 for members and $120 for non-members.

A Civil War Experience is offered July 24-28. Participants will assume the identities of soldiers who fought with the 2nd CT Heavy Artillery during the Civil War and learn about life during wartime while playing games and making crafts. Registration is required by July 1.

Miss Pierce’s Academy Experience will be held the week of July 31-Aug. 4. Girls and boys at Sarah Pierce’s Litchfield Female Academy studied both decorative arts and academic subjects. During the week-long Miss Pierce’s Academy participants will earn their diploma as they create works of art, master dancing, and play games – just like a student from the 1800s. Registration required by July 14.

Space is limited and registration is required 2 weeks prior to the program. Fee must be paid in full at time of registration. 50% refund will be provided, if notified of participant cancellation a week before program. Can’t make the whole week? Day rates are available at $18 for members and $22 for non-members.

To register your child, call 860-567-4501 or email registration@litchfieldhistoricalsociety.org. For more information about this or other programs, please visit www.litchfieldhistoricalsociety.org.

The Litchfield Historical Society is located at 7 South St., Litchfield. The exhibits are currently on view through November 2017. The Litchfield Historical Society receives no funding from the town. In an effort to better serve our community, the Litchfield History Museum and the Tapping Reeve House & Law School offer free admission for all. Free admission for 2017 is underwritten with support from Ericson Insurance Advisors.

CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS Children of all ages who enjoy learning about history are weleome to take part in the Litchfield Historical Society’s summer adventures in July and August. Registration is now open. Above, a group of campers show their costumes from a session in 2016.

Children participate in an educational activity at the Litchfield Historical Society in 2016. The summer sessions resume in July and August; registration is now open.

Litchfield Historical Society summer session participants work on a craft project during last year’s history adventure programs.