In 2008 the Historical Society received a STEAP grant from the State of Connecticut (Small Town Economic Assistance Program).   A number of projects relating to this grant have been recently completed or are in the works.  In May, Pro-Film of Torrington applied window film at the Squire's Tavern.  This film blocks a ...

Three new historic panels containing history and information have been installed outside on the grounds of the Squire's Tavern.  This completes the set of four that will give visitors a brief summary on four topics: 1)  A welcome to the Tavern and brief background of our site. 2)  The Squire's Tavern and the ...

    Last spring the Barkhamsted Historical Society was the recipient of a $150,000, Small Town Economic Assistance Program, or STEAP Grant. The grant is specifically geared toward capital improvements and expansion. Several projects had been earmarked for these funds and have either been completed or are well underway. As was ...