Illustration of a family looking at old toys and Christmas decorations in museum glass cases (Newington Holiday Open House)

Newington Holiday Open House

Tour the beautifully decorated historic Kellogg-Eddy House and Museum during this community open house celebration. Guests can explore the museum exhibits and period rooms while enjoying punch and cookies.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Hours

1-3 pm.

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

Punch and cookies are offered at the open house.

Going?

Location

Kellogg-Eddy House & Museum · 679 Willard Avenue, Newington, CT 06111 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Local history enthusiasts and curious visitors

Vibe

Festive and historic

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Bring a few non-perishable food items with you, since donations for the Newington Food Bank are collected during the open house.
  • Look for the large cooking fireplace and oven in the original kitchen, along with the fluted fireplace pilasters and bow fat cupboards.
  • Spend time in the theme exhibits, because the society changes them to match each event using items from its own collection.
  • Don't miss the Farm Tool Museum and the period parlors and chambers that make up the house's permanent exhibits.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Non-perishable food donations are collected for the Newington Food Bank during the open house.

Links & Contact

Run by Newington Historical Society & Trust, Inc

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens at the Holiday Open House?

You tour the decorated Kellogg-Eddy House and Museum and enjoy punch and cookies.

What exhibits are in the museum?

The permanent exhibits are a Farm Tool Museum, period family and formal parlors, and period chambers. Theme exhibits drawn from the society's collection are changed to match each event.

Should I bring anything?

Bring non-perishable food if you can. Donations for the Newington Food Bank are gladly accepted.

What's the history of the house?

Captain Martin Kellogg built it in 1808 for his son and his bride, Mary Welles. It's a New England Georgian-style house with Greek influences, elaborate woodwork and a large cooking fireplace and oven in the original kitchen. It's listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Can I volunteer with the historical society?

Yes. The Newington Historical Society is looking for volunteer museum tour guides. No experience is needed, and they provide all the training.

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