About this Event
There's a slight stir in the air causing the fallen leaves to rustle as you walk through Memento Mori... Did you just catch a glimpse of movement from the corner of your eye?
Come join us and listen closely to the stories of Farmington residents, long gone but not forgotten, as told by Stanley-Whitman House living history interpreters. You will hear the frightfully true stories of those who have come before us.
Recommended for anyone age 12 or older. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Stanley-Whitman House.
Saturday, October 26, 2024.
Three tours offered: 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, and 3:00 pm. Reservations are required.
Members $20, Non-members $25.
In 1935, Stanley-Whitman House was established as Farmington's first museum. It is a nationally recognized historic house museum and living history center that teaches through the collection, preservation, research, and dynamic interpretation of the history and culture of early Farmington, Connecticut. Programs, events, classes, and exhibits encourage visitors of all ages to immerse themselves in history by doing, acting, questioning, and engaging in colonial life and the ideas that formed the foundation of that culture.
Located in the historic village of Farmington, the museum facility centers on a circa 1720 National Historic Landmark house furnished with period antiques to reflect the everyday activities of Colonial life in Connecticut. Surrounding the house are period-raised bed gardens, an apple orchard, and heritage stone walls.
The public service areas of the museum, constructed in 2004, include a modern classroom, a period tavern room, a post-and-beam Welcome Center, a research library, an exhibit gallery, the Nancy Conklin History Gallery, and a collection storage area.
In addition to managing Memento Mori, Farmington’s ancient cemetery on Main Street, and the Village Green, located at the intersection of Routes 4 and 10, the museum also oversees the Scott Swamp Cemetery on Route 6. The Stanley-Whitman House is supported in part by the Farmington Village Green and Library Association.
At Stanley Whitman House, our commitment to accessibility is paramount. While not all of our programs are free, we strive to offer as many as possible at no cost, thanks to the generous support of our underwriters. If you wish to assist us in this mission, we welcome donations, which help us to expand further and diversify our range of activities. Your contributions play a crucial role in maintaining and increasing the accessibility of our programs.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Memento Mori Cemetery, 71 Main Street, Farmington, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 25.00
