History from Home

To Greenwich Historical Society friends, members and supporters, Today, overlooking the quiet Cos Cob Harbor, I am sending my best wishes to you and your

Greenwich is connected to a number of literary and publishing figures, but did you know that former Greenwich resident Irving Bacheller helped to introduce the

Mr. and Mrs. Francis Bailey Vanderhoef originally became interested in weaving as a hobby and became so involved in the process that Mr. Vanderhoef constructed

Leon Volkmar (1879–1959) was an American studio ceramicist whose pieces were deeply influenced by the forms and glaze colors of ceramics from the ancient world,

At this time when we are isolating ourselves in our homes to help stem the coronavirus pandemic, it may be enjoyable to recall good times

These are two images of the Manor House at Conyers Manor in backcountry Greenwich. The postcard dates from the early 20th century, shortly after businessman

The “New” Greenwich Town Hall aka The “Old” Greenwich High School Sometime in the late 1960’s, a mischievous student changed the construction date on the

Every name is a piece of history. This is true for names of big things, like towns or countries, but it’s also true for personal

During the late 19th and early 20th century, Greenwich was a popular leisure time destination that featured a number of architecturally impressive and luxurious hotels.