Old Lyme Historical Society

Old Lyme Historical Society The history of Old Lyme-the people of Old Lyme. New members welcome! The Old Lyme Historical Society is located at 55 Lyme Street, in Old Lyme, CT.

Preserving the history and traditions of Old Lyme for residents and visitors.

A great crowd and fascinating lecture, "Homegrown Terror: Benedict Arnold & the Burning of New London" by Eric D. Lehman...
06/07/2026

A great crowd and fascinating lecture, "Homegrown Terror: Benedict Arnold & the Burning of New London" by Eric D. Lehman at the Old Lyme Historical Society last night. Next up: "Revolution in the Lymes" on 6/29! America250 America 250 CT Commission

Eric D. Lehman: Homegrown Terror: Benedict Arnold & the Burning of New London.June 6, 7pm at 55 Lyme Street, Old Lyme On...
05/27/2026

Eric D. Lehman: Homegrown Terror: Benedict Arnold & the Burning of New London.
June 6, 7pm at 55 Lyme Street, Old Lyme
On September 6, 1781, Connecticut native Benedict Arnold and a force of 1,700 British soldiers and loyalists took Fort Griswold and burnt New London to the ground. The brutality of the invasion galvanized the new nation, and "Remember New London!" would become a rallying cry for troops under General Lafayette. In "Homegrown Terror", Eric D. Lehman chronicles the events leading up to the attack and highlights this key transformation in Arnold—the point where he went from betraying his comrades to massacring his neighbors and destroying their homes. Suggested donation: $10/ pay what you will. Free to Old Lyme Historical Society Members.

Due to the Memorial Day Parade cancellation, the Old Lyme Historical Society will not be open today.
05/25/2026

Due to the Memorial Day Parade cancellation, the Old Lyme Historical Society will not be open today.

Sound View Beach, 1915
05/22/2026

Sound View Beach, 1915

Thanks to our garden volunteers for getting 55 Lyme in shape for our Memorial Day Open House! 10am-1pm
05/21/2026

Thanks to our garden volunteers for getting 55 Lyme in shape for our Memorial Day Open House! 10am-1pm

Old Lyme Historical Society - 21st Annual Meeting, Monday, June 8. All members welcome! Join us for refreshments, perfor...
05/18/2026

Old Lyme Historical Society - 21st Annual Meeting, Monday, June 8. All members welcome! Join us for refreshments, performance by Deep River Junior Ancients Fife & Drum, and view new 1776/1876/1976 exhibits for America 250.

5:30 – 6:00 pm: Deep River Junior Ancients Fife & Drum Corps
6:00 – 6:30 pm: Business Meeting
James Brewster Noyes Award
Induction of New Board members
Election of 2026–2027 Officers
6:30 – 7:30 pm: Light Refreshments, Wine, Beer, and Soft Drinks
Guests will also enjoy a digital presentation of historic Old Lyme images.
We look forward to gathering with members, friends, and neighbors for an evening celebrating Old Lyme’s past, present, and future. 55 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT

05/18/2026

Our SECOND May America 250 | CT Events eNews is out now! Find an event in your neighborhood on CT Visit. www.cthumanities.org/enews

A good crowd on Thursday at the Old Lyme Historical Society for James Meehan's "History of the Stars & Stripes" talk.
05/16/2026

A good crowd on Thursday at the Old Lyme Historical Society for James Meehan's "History of the Stars & Stripes" talk.

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55 Lyme Street
Old Lyme, CT
06371

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