Derby Historical Society
Founded April 18, 1946, to serve the Naugatuck Valley towns of Ansonia, Derby, Oxford, Seymour, & Shelton. Serving the Naugatuck Valley towns of Ansonia, Derby, Oxford, Seymour and Shelton The Derby Historical Society is a regional historical society dedicated to preserving, maintaining and celebrating the rich and varied history of the Lower Naugatuck Valley.
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Derby Historical Society – Serving the Naugatuck Valley towns of Ansonia, Derby, Oxford, Seymour, & Shelton since 1946 Derby Historical Society Celebrating a Proud Past and a Promising Future Founded April 18 1946 to serve the Naugatuck Valleytowns of Ansonia Beacon Falls Derby Oxford Seymour Shelton The DavidHumphreys House The Humphreys House is the birthplace of the Revolutionary War officer and friend of George Washington who later became our nations first ambassador. It serves as the Societys headquarters as well as home of our unique Day in 1762 Program. More than just a wonderful interactive tool for educating our regions children the Humphreys House is also a museum dedicated to its famous resident and the community he called home. Call Ahead to schedule a tour David Humphreys House 37 Elm Street Ansonia CT A Day in 1762 Join us explore what life was like during the 18th century when David Humphreys was just a small boy.
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- 2025-07-23
Great Summer Reading. Why not learn more about the history of your Lower Naugatuck Valley town. (fb) ... more
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Love seeing the Derby Historical Society keeping our rich heritage alive! Can't wait to bring my kids for a Day in 1762! 🏛️✨
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