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!