Newington Holiday Open House
Tour the beautifully decorated historic Kellogg-Eddy House and Museum during this community open house celebration. Guests can explore the museum exhibits and period rooms while enjoying punch and cookies.
What to Expect
Tour the decorated historic house and enjoy punch and cookies.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Newington Historical Society & Trust, Inc
Food & Drink
Punch and cookies are offered at the open house.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Local history enthusiasts and curious visitors
Vibe
Festive and historic
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 1-3 pm.
Tips & Advice
- Bring a few non-perishable food items with you, since donations for the Newington Food Bank are collected during the open house.
- Look for the large cooking fireplace and oven in the original kitchen, along with the fluted fireplace pilasters and bow fat cupboards.
- Spend time in the theme exhibits, because the society changes them to match each event using items from its own collection.
- Don't miss the Farm Tool Museum and the period parlors and chambers that make up the house's permanent exhibits.
Special Events & Promotions
- Non-perishable food donations are collected for the Newington Food Bank during the open house.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens at the Holiday Open House?
You tour the decorated Kellogg-Eddy House and Museum and enjoy punch and cookies.
What exhibits are in the museum?
The permanent exhibits are a Farm Tool Museum, period family and formal parlors, and period chambers. Theme exhibits drawn from the society's collection are changed to match each event.
Should I bring anything?
Bring non-perishable food if you can. Donations for the Newington Food Bank are gladly accepted.
What's the history of the house?
Captain Martin Kellogg built it in 1808 for his son and his bride, Mary Welles. It's a New England Georgian-style house with Greek influences, elaborate woodwork and a large cooking fireplace and oven in the original kitchen. It's listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Can I volunteer with the historical society?
Yes. The Newington Historical Society is looking for volunteer museum tour guides. No experience is needed, and they provide all the training.
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