Category Archives: Greenwich
The deadly history of Greewich waters
The waters off Greenwich are filled with history: Deadly marine disasters have claimed everything from small sailboats to streamers and freighters, some sunk by foul weather, some by stray ice. In one disaster in 1931, eight people died when a … Continue reading
Greenwich cancels antiques show
The Greenwich Historical Society will not hold the Greenwich Antiques Show in conjunction with its year-end fundraiser, Antiquarius, in 2010. The historical society will continue to hold its popular annual Antiquarius House Tour and Holiday Boutique in early December and … Continue reading
Antique quilts displayed in Greenwich
A display of rare quilts at the Greenwich Historical Society’s museum gallery and Bush-Holley House has been extended through Aug 29. “A Stitch in Time: Quilts from the Collection” offers a rare look at over 25 distinctive and colorful quilts … Continue reading
Greenwich celebrates its beginning
Greenwich recalled its early history and its Dutch roots at its Founders’ Day celebration. Quakers fleeing New England Puritans found religious freedom in Greenwich when the area was part of the New Netherland colony. Six descendants of Elizabeth and Robert … Continue reading
