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Stone Ridge Volunteer Fair
On August 25th, Old Mystic History Center Board of Director members Bob Mohr and Sharon Maynard attended the Volunteer Fair at Stone Ridge Active Retirement Living Center. It was a great opportunity to reach out and talk to residents about volunteering at the OMHC. It was also a chance to promote our Old Mystic Oral…
Membership Drive Message from the OMHC Board
Dear Friend, Thank you for being a valued member of the Old Mystic History Center. Your participation and support over the years have meant so much to us, and we are truly grateful for the role you play in preserving and sharing our local history. As you know, the Old Mystic History Center is an…
Annual Meeting / Report 2025
By Acting President Sharon Maynard, November 2025 Read Secretary’s Annual here
Westerly History Fair
On Saturday, October 25th, thanks to the efforts of Marcus Marron, Deb Keehn, and Steve Chapman, the Old Mystic History Center participated in the regional history fair in nearby Westerly, Rhode Island. Sponsored by the Westerly Historical Society, the event hosted forty-five regional museums and historical societies, offering an opportunity for the public to learn…
Memorial Cobblestones II
Layout of memorial cobblestones in front of the Old Mystic History Center building. Originally displayed outside in a glass case, the name lists now are located inside.
Spotlight On Volunteers: Hannah DelGrego
Hannah DelGrego is currently pursuing a degree in history at Connecticut College and has long held a strong interest in museum work. She has gained valuable experience working in her college’s library archives where she has created both individual and collaborative projects using archival letters, magazines, photographs and books. “I hope to learn more about…
OMHC Featured on Local TV
We’re thrilled to share that Southeastern Connecticut Television has featured OMHC in its latest episode of “Nautical Tales and Nature Trails: Recreation in Southeastern Connecticut and Southern Rhode Island.” Board member John Goodrich gave an interview about the History Center, and the episode is now live on YouTube. Watch it here.
A Regular Work Day at the Center
A productive Thursday afternoon at the Center. Volunteer Alexis helps to inventory papers from the newly acquired Hinkley family collection, while Board member and Newsletter Editor Deb Keehn prepares the Fall OMHC Newsletter for distribution. Treasurer Bob Mohr scans glass slides to be entered into our database.
From the Board (June 2025)
As the weather warms and summer approaches, we’re seeing more visitors in the area—and the Old Mystic History Center (OMHC) is ready to welcome them! Whether you’re interested in researching local history or diving into your genealogy, we’re here to help you explore your roots and maybe even add a few new branches to your…