Fall Fun at the Weston History & Culture Center

Fall in love with history this autumn at the Weston History & Culture Center (WHCC), located at 104 Weston Road in Weston, CT. Every Thursday in November, as well as on Sunday, November 2, 2025, and Sunday, December 7, 2025, the Center opens its doors from 1pm to 4pm for an afternoon of exploration and fun. Tickets are just $5 for adults, $3 for kids ages 5–17, and free for children under 4 and WHCC members—making it the perfect family outing!

Step into the past with our brand-new, interactive exhibit, "Weston at Work," set in the historic Coley Barn. Here, you'll discover the rich history of agriculture, manufacturing, and textile production in Weston and Connecticut. Kids can card wool, weave on a loom, and even raise a hay bale using an old-fashioned rope and pulley! With fascinating hands-on activities, rare Bradley Axe tools, vintage farming implements, a working loom, and countless historic photographs, this exhibit brings history to life for visitors of all ages.

Don't miss a guided tour of the award-winning Coley House, where you'll get a glimpse into what life was like in the 1940s. This isn't just any old historic house—it's the only one in Connecticut to focus on this iconic era! Walk in the footsteps of the Coley family during World War II, and let the children play with classic 1940s toys, build with Lincoln Logs, type on a vintage typewriter, or even dial a rotary phone.

While you're here, stop by the Visitor’s Center to explore three engaging exhibits:

• "Twelve Stories of Weston History"—featuring highlights like the Weston Meteorite and the dramatic Flood of 1955
• "Images of a Forgotten Village: Valley Forge"—offering haunting photos of a community now beneath the Saugatuck Reservoir
• "May I Have This Dance?"—a delightful pop-up display about the history of social dance, complete with music and memorabilia

Take a break outdoors and bask in the beauty of autumn on the WHCC’s scenic property. Bring along a picnic lunch and stroll through the whimsical Daniel E. Offutt, III Sculpture Garden, featuring the unique works of former Weston resident Daniel E. Offutt, III.

Parking is free! Primary parking is available on High Acre Road, with overflow parking along the same street. Come join us this fall and make history an adventure for the whole family!