Connecticut Collections is a project of the Connecticut League of History Organizations and includes a growing number of participating organizations. It helps organizations build internal capacity, and by providing public access, builds awareness of Connecticut history and heritage.

Connecticut Historical Society (Museum and Library) is the state’s official historical society. Established in 1825, the CHS has a collection that includes more than 4 million manuscripts, graphics, books, artifacts, and other historical materials. Their menu includes lots of sub-menus, so take your time to explore the many resources available online.

Connecticut Humanities connects people to the history, literature, and culture of Connecticut.

The Cheshire page of ConnecticutHistory.org (A Connecticut Humanities program).

Connecticut Historical Facts (a list of “Firsts”) So many things we didn’t know about our innovative State!

Connecticut’s Early History: a brief description

1790 Census: Heads of Families - New Haven County lists Cheshire residents who did (and did not) own slaves.