About Us

The Cheshire Historical Society collects and preserves those documents, letters, journals, artifacts, memorabilia, and ephemera which constitute part of the record of all aspects of the history of the Town of Cheshire.  The Cheshire Historical Society is dedicated to making our collections accessible (online and in-person).

Cheshire Historical Society hosts lectures, tours, and educational programs for the edification of the public at large. Fund-raising events in keeping with the mission of the Society are also held.

We invite you to tour the Hitchcock-Phillips House, which retains the fine wood paneling, double-entry doors with bulls-eye lights, and a large fireplace with beehive oven.  Built in 1785 by Rufus Hitchcock, a merchant and town clerk, it has been the home of the Cheshire Historical Society since 1972.

Beginning on October 13, 2024 - the Hitchcock-Phillips House will be open on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month, between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM (EST).

You can also arrange to meet with our archivist on specific weekends (Saturday and/or Sunday), or Thursday afternoons, for research purposes.

Email: cheshirehistorical@gmail.com for more information.