Welcome to the Greenwich Historical Society
We're thrilled to welcome you this season!
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Bush-Holley House Tours
Tour the Bush-Holley House now highlighting the experiences of David Bush and his family during the American Revolution, 1777-1783 in celebration of America's 250th.
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Celebrate America's 250th

Join Greenwich Historical Society in celebrating America's 250th! Visit our exhibition and register for events!
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Guided Tours

Tour the Bush-Holley House now highlighting the experiences of David Bush and his family during the American Revolution, 1777-1783 in celebration of America’s 250th. Join Senior Curator Kathy Craughwell-Varda for exhibtion tours of Fashioning America: 250 Years of Greenwich Style.

Tours are Tuesday – Sunday at 11, 1:00, 2:00 and 3:00 pm. For more information and to book your tour click below.

Permanent Collections Gallery

Visitors to the Greenwich Historical Society’s Permanent Collections Gallery can view these featured installations
Tuesday – Sunday from 11:00 to 4:00 pm.

Greenwich Historical Society collections from the Cos Cob art colony

Treasures from the Museum Collection Ceramics by Leon Volkmar

Ceramic vessels by artist Leon Gambetta Volkmar (1879-1959), who was an active member of the Cos Cob art colony.

Greenwich Historical Society is celebrating America’s 250th! Visit our exhibition and register for events.

Looking for more events? Greenwich Historical Society is still celebrating America’s 250th. Come take a tour of the Bush-Holley House, set how the Bush family had it on the front lines of the Revolutionary War. Or visit our exhibit Fashioning America: 250 Years of Greenwich Style. View the events page for more details on upcoming happenings about the Fight for Independence on campus here in Greenwich! Stay up-to-date on programs and events by following @greenwichhistory on Instagram.

Become a member

Enjoy all the benefits of membership, and help us preserve, share, and celebrate Greenwich history through our collections, campus, programs, and research. Show your support by renewing your membership or making a gift today.

Host your next event with us

Our Great Lawn and historic Barn are perfect for intimate gatherings .  In this difficult time, our space is perfect for smaller events – tented on the great lawn or using our Barn, grounds and galleries for corporate meetings, bridal showers, birthday parties, engagements, anniversary parties and small weddings. 

CT Art Trail Passport

Start a new adventure in 2025 with a CT Art Trail passport!

The Connecticut Art Trail Passport-Journal grants free admission and other benefits at 24 museums and cultural sites throughout the state, and it’s yours for just $35! Purchase available in person at the Museum Store.

Take a day trip adventure!

Visit the Clay Art Center, Flinn Gallery and Greenwich Historical Society all in one day! The three sites are linked by road or rail and only 15 minutes apart. Experienced together,  they offer a shared cultural experience and open dialogue on artistic expression and historical context, forging connection and honoring community. Share your culture trip adventure with us via social media by tagging us in photos, reels and stories.