"The Eagles of Heart Mountain: A True Story of Football, Incarceration, and Resistance in World War II America" by Bradford Pearson For fans of The Boys in the Boat and The Storm on Our Shores, this impeccably researched, deeply moving, never-before-told “tale that ultimately stands as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit” (Garrett M. Graff, New […]

Discover how the symbols and inscriptions on the gravestones provide clues to life in colonial Connecticut. Learn about local resident Moses Dunbar, who was hung in Hartford for treason during the Revolutionary War.  The graveyard dates to 1747 and is on the National Register of Historic Places.  The walk includes a house that was on the Underground […]

Announcing our biggest event of the year! Last year was a success and it’s only going to be bigger this year! Food, bounce houses, dunk tank, games, candy, emergency vehicles, and more! There will be a FOOD DRIVE to help those in need as we approach the holiday season. Any food donations will be appreciated! […]

On October 28, the Lock Museum of America will host the “Tales of Two Cemeteries” Lantern Tour of downtown Terryville. Learn about unsolved mysteries and little known histories at the Old Terryville Cemetery and Hillside Cemetery. Meet the ghosts of some of Terryville’s famous past residents. The tour starts at 6:30PM at the Lock Museum of America, […]

November's Book Selection:  "In the Garden of Beasts" by Erik Larson Set in Berlin in 1933-1934, the book tells the story of America’s first ambassador to Nazi Germany, William E. Dodd, and his daughter Martha, as they experience the rising terror of Hitler’s rule. At first Martha is enthralled by the parties and pomp, and […]