Museum Events & Programs
Night at the Museum - 70s Music | Wine | Beer | Non-Alcoholic | Raffle & Door Prize
Step back in time for a 70s Music Tribute with live acoustic guitar & vocals by Terry Johansen at Night at the Museum!
Enjoy an evening of nostalgia, great music, and community while reliving the sounds of- The Eagles, Neil Diamond, Jimmy Buffett, James Taylor, John Denver, America, Pink Floyd, Gordon Lightfoot, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, The Marshall Tucker Band, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Allman Brothers, and more!
This evening also features–
Wine (sponsored by Ploski’s Fine Liquids)
Beer (sponsored by Black Hog Brewery)
Non-Alcoholic Drinks (sponsored by 3-21 No Kiddin’)
Light Appetizers
Raffle Baskets & Door Prize
Ploski’s Bourbon Tasting – Includes Pappy Van Winkle 12-Year Old Special Reserve (while supplies last)
Friday, April 25th | 6 PM - 9 PM
Naugatuck Historical Society (Naugatuck History Museum)
Tickets- $35 for members | $40 for non-members (Available for purchase at the museum) OR online: https://tickets.signupgenius.com/#/wizard/org/org_k5/events/evt_d3
All proceeds support the Naugatuck Historical Society’s mission to preserve and share our town’s rich history.
Urban Sketchers of Central Connecticut Exhibit Opening
Urban Sketchers of Central Connecticut Exhibit Opening
Sunday, June 1st | 2 PM - 4 PM
Naugatuck Historical Society – Tuttle House
Join us as we open a brand new exhibit celebrating the work of the Urban Sketchers of Central Connecticut, a warm and welcoming group of over 300 artists who gather across Hartford and New Haven Counties to sketch from life. From beginners to seasoned sketchers, this group is all about community, creativity, and capturing the world around them—without lessons or critiques, just shared inspiration.
Some of the artists will be at the opening event with their materials, happy to chat and answer questions about their process or the group itself. If you’re interested in learning more or even joining, this is the perfect opportunity to stop by and connect!
The exhibit features stunning sketches of the Tuttle House—inside and out—along with other beloved buildings throughout Naugatuck. It’s a great way to support independent artists and see the town through fresh eyes.
Enjoy light refreshments while you explore the exhibit. Whether you're coming from the downtown Duck Race or just looking for a creative afternoon, we’d love to welcome you in!
To learn more about the group or to request to join, visit their private Facebook group -
Urban Sketchers of Central Connecticut
Special Tuesday Evening Museum Hours
From June 17 to August 19, the Naugatuck History Museum will be open every Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM—just before the Naugatuck Arts Commission’s Summer Concert Series begins on the Tuttle lawn.
We know many of you will be outside enjoying the music and summer air, and we’d love to invite you inside to explore the work we’ve been up to! Stop in before the show to see what’s new—whether it’s a fresh exhibit, a hidden gem from our collection, or to grab a unique museum store item.
Please note – museum hours are weather permitting. If the concert is moved due to rain, the museum will remain closed as well. Be sure to check our social media or website for weather-related updates before visiting.
Special Tuesday Evening Museum Hours
From June 17 to August 19, the Naugatuck History Museum will be open every Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM—just before the Naugatuck Arts Commission’s Summer Concert Series begins on the Tuttle lawn.
We know many of you will be outside enjoying the music and summer air, and we’d love to invite you inside to explore the work we’ve been up to! Stop in before the show to see what’s new—whether it’s a fresh exhibit, a hidden gem from our collection, or to grab a unique museum store item.
Please note – museum hours are weather permitting. If the concert is moved due to rain, the museum will remain closed as well. Be sure to check our social media or website for weather-related updates before visiting.
Special Tuesday Evening Museum Hours
From June 17 to August 19, the Naugatuck History Museum will be open every Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM—just before the Naugatuck Arts Commission’s Summer Concert Series begins on the Tuttle lawn.
We know many of you will be outside enjoying the music and summer air, and we’d love to invite you inside to explore the work we’ve been up to! Stop in before the show to see what’s new—whether it’s a fresh exhibit, a hidden gem from our collection, or to grab a unique museum store item.
Please note – museum hours are weather permitting. If the concert is moved due to rain, the museum will remain closed as well. Be sure to check our social media or website for weather-related updates before visiting.
Special Tuesday Evening Museum Hours
From June 17 to August 19, the Naugatuck History Museum will be open every Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM—just before the Naugatuck Arts Commission’s Summer Concert Series begins on the Tuttle lawn.
We know many of you will be outside enjoying the music and summer air, and we’d love to invite you inside to explore the work we’ve been up to! Stop in before the show to see what’s new—whether it’s a fresh exhibit, a hidden gem from our collection, or to grab a unique museum store item.
Please note – museum hours are weather permitting. If the concert is moved due to rain, the museum will remain closed as well. Be sure to check our social media or website for weather-related updates before visiting.
Special Tuesday Evening Museum Hours
From June 17 to August 19, the Naugatuck History Museum will be open every Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM—just before the Naugatuck Arts Commission’s Summer Concert Series begins on the Tuttle lawn.
We know many of you will be outside enjoying the music and summer air, and we’d love to invite you inside to explore the work we’ve been up to! Stop in before the show to see what’s new—whether it’s a fresh exhibit, a hidden gem from our collection, or to grab a unique museum store item.
Please note – museum hours are weather permitting. If the concert is moved due to rain, the museum will remain closed as well. Be sure to check our social media or website for weather-related updates before visiting.
Special Tuesday Evening Museum Hours
From June 17 to August 19, the Naugatuck History Museum will be open every Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM—just before the Naugatuck Arts Commission’s Summer Concert Series begins on the Tuttle lawn.
We know many of you will be outside enjoying the music and summer air, and we’d love to invite you inside to explore the work we’ve been up to! Stop in before the show to see what’s new—whether it’s a fresh exhibit, a hidden gem from our collection, or to grab a unique museum store item.
Please note – museum hours are weather permitting. If the concert is moved due to rain, the museum will remain closed as well. Be sure to check our social media or website for weather-related updates before visiting.
Special Tuesday Evening Museum Hours
From June 17 to August 19, the Naugatuck History Museum will be open every Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM—just before the Naugatuck Arts Commission’s Summer Concert Series begins on the Tuttle lawn.
We know many of you will be outside enjoying the music and summer air, and we’d love to invite you inside to explore the work we’ve been up to! Stop in before the show to see what’s new—whether it’s a fresh exhibit, a hidden gem from our collection, or to grab a unique museum store item.
Please note – museum hours are weather permitting. If the concert is moved due to rain, the museum will remain closed as well. Be sure to check our social media or website for weather-related updates before visiting.
Special Tuesday Evening Museum Hours
From June 17 to August 19, the Naugatuck History Museum will be open every Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM—just before the Naugatuck Arts Commission’s Summer Concert Series begins on the Tuttle lawn.
We know many of you will be outside enjoying the music and summer air, and we’d love to invite you inside to explore the work we’ve been up to! Stop in before the show to see what’s new—whether it’s a fresh exhibit, a hidden gem from our collection, or to grab a unique museum store item.
Please note – museum hours are weather permitting. If the concert is moved due to rain, the museum will remain closed as well. Be sure to check our social media or website for weather-related updates before visiting.
Special Tuesday Evening Museum Hours
From June 17 to August 19, the Naugatuck History Museum will be open every Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM—just before the Naugatuck Arts Commission’s Summer Concert Series begins on the Tuttle lawn.
We know many of you will be outside enjoying the music and summer air, and we’d love to invite you inside to explore the work we’ve been up to! Stop in before the show to see what’s new—whether it’s a fresh exhibit, a hidden gem from our collection, or to grab a unique museum store item.
Please note – museum hours are weather permitting. If the concert is moved due to rain, the museum will remain closed as well. Be sure to check our social media or website for weather-related updates before visiting.
Special Tuesday Evening Museum Hours
From June 17 to August 19, the Naugatuck History Museum will be open every Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM—just before the Naugatuck Arts Commission’s Summer Concert Series begins on the Tuttle lawn.
We know many of you will be outside enjoying the music and summer air, and we’d love to invite you inside to explore the work we’ve been up to! Stop in before the show to see what’s new—whether it’s a fresh exhibit, a hidden gem from our collection, or to grab a unique museum store item.
Please note – museum hours are weather permitting. If the concert is moved due to rain, the museum will remain closed as well. Be sure to check our social media or website for weather-related updates before visiting.
Special Tuesday Evening Museum Hours
From June 17 to August 19, the Naugatuck History Museum will be open every Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM—just before the Naugatuck Arts Commission’s Summer Concert Series begins on the Tuttle lawn.
We know many of you will be outside enjoying the music and summer air, and we’d love to invite you inside to explore the work we’ve been up to! Stop in before the show to see what’s new—whether it’s a fresh exhibit, a hidden gem from our collection, or to grab a unique museum store item.
Please note – museum hours are weather permitting. If the concert is moved due to rain, the museum will remain closed as well. Be sure to check our social media or website for weather-related updates before visiting.
Special Tuesday Evening Museum Hours
From June 17 to August 19, the Naugatuck History Museum will be open every Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM—just before the Naugatuck Arts Commission’s Summer Concert Series begins on the Tuttle lawn.
We know many of you will be outside enjoying the music and summer air, and we’d love to invite you inside to explore the work we’ve been up to! Stop in before the show to see what’s new—whether it’s a fresh exhibit, a hidden gem from our collection, or to grab a unique museum store item.
Please note – museum hours are weather permitting. If the concert is moved due to rain, the museum will remain closed as well. Be sure to check our social media or website for weather-related updates before visiting.
Dick Terhune’s One-Man Performance of A Christmas Carol
Check back soon for additional details regarding this ticketed event.
Repeat: The Ghosts of Tuttle House - Ct Spirit Investigators & Researchers - Part 2
Does the Tuttle House hold more than just history within its walls?
Over the years, staff and volunteers have shared eerie encounters that have only deepened the mystery of what may truly reside here. After conducting overnight investigations, the Ct Spirit Investigators are ready to reveal what they’ve uncovered.
Join us on March 29th as they present their latest findings from their overnight stays at the Tuttle House. Don’t miss your chance to uncover the secrets hidden within!
This event is sold out as of 3/6/2025.
Women of Naugatuck - Help Preserve Their History
Women have shaped Naugatuck’s history in countless ways, and we want to ensure their contributions are remembered. This Women’s History Month, we invite the community to help expand our collection by contributing artifacts, documents, and stories that highlight the impact of women in Naugatuck.
Do you have photographs, letters, memorabilia, or personal stories of local women? Whether they were leaders, educators, factory workers, mothers, athletes, or artists, their stories deserve to be preserved.
We welcome all contributions that help tell the stories of Naugatuck’s women. Below are just a few ideas-
Personal & Family Histories – Photos, diaries, letters, and oral histories of Naugatuck women.
Women in the Workforce – Work uniforms, name badges, pay stubs, factory photos, stories of women in business.
Women in Education – Yearbooks, graduation programs, photos of female teachers or students.
Women in Community & Social Movements – Documents or memorabilia from women’s organizations, advocacy efforts, or volunteer groups.
Women in Arts & Culture – Artwork, poetry, music programs, sewing patterns, or fashion items.
Women in Sports & Recreation – Trophies, uniforms, photos of local female athletes.
Wartime Contributions – Military service items, letters, Red Cross memorabilia, photos of women supporting war efforts.
Everyday Life & Domestic History – Handwritten cookbooks, household items, vintage recipes, photos of daily life.
Women’s Rights & Achievements – Newspaper articles, records of first female leaders in town, political involvement.
How to Contribute:
Drop off items at the Naugatuck History Museum during open hours, Saturdays, 10 am - 4 pm.
Email us if you have questions or would like to share digital copies of documents and photos.
Every contribution helps preserve the legacy of Naugatuck’s women for future generations. Let’s ensure their stories are told!
Irish Roots - Preserving Naugatuck's Irish American History
March is Irish American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the deep history and contributions of Irish immigrants and Irish Americans in Naugatuck. The Naugatuck History Museum is seeking photographs, documents, stories, and memorabilia that highlight the Irish experience in our town.
Do you have family photos, personal stories, or historical artifacts that reflect Irish heritage in Naugatuck? Help us ensure that these histories are preserved for future generations!
Examples of What We’re Looking For (But Not Limited To)
Family photographs & personal histories – Irish immigrants and Irish American families in Naugatuck
Immigration records, naturalization papers, or letters from Irish ancestors
Memorabilia from Irish-owned businesses (pubs, bakeries, unions, social clubs)
Church records, school yearbooks, or event programs featuring Irish families
Oral histories & recorded interviews about growing up in an Irish household
Cultural artifacts – Irish dance costumes, traditional music instruments, publications, St. Patrick’s Day memorabilia
Have something different? That’s great too! If it tells the story of Irish life in Naugatuck, we’d love to see it.
How to Contribute
Visit Us – Drop off items at the Naugatuck History Museum during open hours, Saturdays, 10 am - 4 pm.
Email Us
Every contribution helps honor and preserve the legacy of Naugatuck’s Irish American community. Thank you for helping us tell these important stories!
