THE BETHEL HISTORICAL SOCIETY

BETHEL, CT

Housatonic Overlook at Tucker's Ridge
Housatonic Overlook at Tucker's Ridge Credit: ethan.long

The Bethel Historical Society is a non-profit organization based in Bethel, CT. Founded in 1935, the Society's mission is to preserve and promote the history of Bethel, Connecticut and its neighboring towns. It is located in the historic General David M. Bissell House, which was built in 1820 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The organization houses and displays a collection of artifacts, documents, photographs, and other items that tell the story of Bethel and its surrounding area. This includes items related to local industry such as the Union Carbide plant and the Seymour Hat Factory, as well as items about the town's famous people and places. The Society also sponsors educational programs, lectures, and other events throughout the year.

The Bethel Historical Society is supported by members and volunteers who donate their time and resources to preserve the town's rich history and culture. It also maintains a website with information about the Society's activities, events, and collections. The Society is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10am to 3pm, and admission is free for members and a small fee for non-members.

THE BETHEL HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in BETHEL CT. US MID #8400900207

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

Contact THE BETHEL HISTORICAL SOCIETY

BETHEL HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 382
BETHEL
CT
06801

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THE BETHEL HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8400900207
Name BETHEL HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name THE BETHEL HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 061247231
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201305
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 41.379778, -73.405771
CODES FIPS State Code: 09
FIPS County Code: 001
US Census Tract: 200200
US Census Block: 1000