Newsletter Index 1977-2025
posted March 3, 2026
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HeadlineAuthorNotes of InterestPageLinkIssue
1/08/1986 Meeting 1985Program on wood carving2Fal 1985 (.pdf)
12th Annual Town-wide Tag Sale 2008Eleanor CrowtherPictures2May 2008 (.pdf)
12th Annual Town-wide Tag Sale 2008395782Feb 2008 (.pdf)
13th Annual Town-wide Tag Sale 2009388464Mar 2009 (.pdf)
150th Anniversary Committee 1991Thanks to members who donated lots of time to this committee.2Fal 1991 (.pdf)
150th Parade on 9/7 1991Society represented by "Wheelmen" doing routines on antique bicycles1, 2Sum 1991 (.pdf)
150th Parade Tape 1992Sales of Cy Miller's two-hour tape have increased treasury by $180 so far.2Win 1992 (.pdf)
15th Annual Town-Wide Tag Sale 2011Pictures6May 2011 (.pdf)
16th Annual Town-Wide Tag Sale 2012457891Mar 2012 (.pdf)
16th Annual Town-Wide Tag Sale Numbers 2012156 participants; $5200 into our coffers; volunteers, over 502Jun 2012 (.pdf)
175th Anniversary Book 2016Edited by Bob McDougall1Jul 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 03
17th Annual Town-Wide Tag Sale 2013May 11,20131Mar 2013 (.pdf)
18th Annual Town-Wide Tag Sale 2014417691Mar 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 01
18th Town-Wide Tag Sale Wrap Up 2014Raised nearly $5000. 131 tag sale sites were advertised. Picture of Heather McDougall tracking tag sale poles when returned.2Jun 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 02
1930's photo outside Central School 2014Asking for identification of the students in the picture.6Nov 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 03
1981 CommitteeLibrary C. - Mary Flood, Rebecca Siner; Historic Sites - William Sullivan; Program - Dorothy Robinson; Membership - Hazel Robinson; Oral History - Marion Anderson; Ways & Means - Mandy Krieger, Anita Carlson; Museum - William Csere, John Dillon; Office - Pat Aresco.1Jan 1981 (.pdf)
1991 Calendars 1989Plan to create a special calendar for 150th Anniversary.2Oct 1989 (.pdf)
1995 Portland Volksmarch 1995Bob McDougallAn award for the 10 kilometer walk this year is a pewter finish oval medallion featuring Portland Town Hall.2Spr 1995 (.pdf)
19th Town-Wide Tag Sale 2015Saturday May 9, 20151Mar 2015 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
2/12/1986 Meeting 1985 Program re Old Saybrook Colony2Fal 1985 (.pdf)
2004 Calendar features Museum History 20034Oct 2003 (.pdf)
2005 Membership 2004Jean B. KelseyMembership form and use of said funds.3Nov 2004 (.pdf)
2006 Membership 2005Bill FrisbieHow to renew and how membership supports the Society4Nov 2005 (.pdf)
2007 Calendar features House Tour 20062Nov 2006 (.pdf)
2007 Calendar features House Tour 2007Yesterday & Today - 4 centuries of Portland Homes2Feb 2007 (.pdf)
21st Annual Town-Wide Tag Sale 20171Mar 2017 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
22nd Annual Town-Wide Tag Sales 20181Mar 2018 (.pdf)Vol. 44 No. 01
26th Annual Town-Wide Tag Sales Day 2022Registrations now open1Mar 2022 (.pdf)Vol. 48 No. 01
27th Annual Town-Wide Tag Sale Day 2023Saturday, May 13; largest fundraiser of the year; 1Mar 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 1
29th Annual Town-Wide Tag Sale Day 2025Pictures of 2024 plus how to register, etc.6Mar 2025 (.pdf)Vol. 51 No. 01
29th Annual Town-Wide Tag Sales 2025Saturday, May 10, 2025. Visit Bake Sale at Callendar House same day.1Mar 2025 (.pdf)Vol. 51 No. 01
30th Annual Meeting 2005John Peterson new Vice President.6Mar 2005 (.pdf)
40th Anniversary Celebration 2014Picture of event in November marking 40 years of the PHS.1Mar 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 01
4th Annual Town-Wide Tag Sale 2000Announcement - how you can help.1Feb 2000 (.pdf)
6th Annual Jingle & Mingle 20171Sep 2017 (.pdf)Vol. 43 No. 02
75th Anniversary - 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution 1995CT not a party to its ratification. However, 691 Portland women registered to vote at State sessions held in October & November. Total population of Portland in 1920 was 3,644 people.2, 3Fal 1995 (.pdf)
99 Reasons to read Portland's 175th Anniversary Book 2016Bob McDougall$1 for each book purchased went to Portland Food Bank ($1,000.00)4Nov 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 04
A Casino in Portland? 2000Doris SherrowMen's group in Norwich seeking Indian land for a casino; research shows land sales to be in order.2Feb 2000 (.pdf)
A Message from Our New President 2003Regina WoltmannSome of her history with the Society; Museum Grand Opening to honor Ruth Callander on what would have been her 101st birthday.1Jan 2003 (.pdf)
A Message From the President 2000Bob McDougallImportant step by Town, taking ownership of the quarries; 2001 calendar will feature the quarries.1Jun 2000 (.pdf)
A Portland Family Tradition Part II 2019George M. Gilbert IIIPetzold's, Inc. Three generations of management. Three locations: Portland, Norwalk, Point Judith, RI.1Aug 2019 (.pdf)Vol. 45 No. 02
A Portland Native's California Dream 2022Marilyn Hale BrooksBiographical data on Asaph Henry Hale, grandfather of Marilyn, who returned to Portland and married Mary Jane Rathbun in November 1870. Asaph became a prominuent Portland citizen, taught school in town and Middletown, an owner of Strong and Hale Lumber. He lived at 430 Main Street. He died at the age 64 of heart disease.1Mar 2022 (.pdf)Vol. 48 No. 01
A Quick Note from President 2024Susan BransfieldWe have received a CT Humanities Grant of $2300.00 for a podcast project called "Voices of Portland." 8Nov 2024 (.pdf)Vol. 50 No. 02
A Reminder from the Dues Collector 1998Sharon BergmanOver 220 paid memberships, about 60 of 1997 members have not renewed.3Win 1998 (.pdf)
A Reminder from the Dues Collector 2000Sharon BergmanMembership List3Feb 2000 (.pdf)
A Sad Farewell to the Kriegers 1992They have moved to Pennsylvania after serving the Society and Town in many ways. Harold donated a large album of photographs of places in Town.2Win 1992 (.pdf)
A Wonderland of Generosity & Creativity 2024New location at Hemlock Grange Hall on Sage Hollow Road1Nov 2024 (.pdf)Vol. 50 No. 02
Alert: Second Annual Tag Sale 1998359245Win 1998 (.pdf)
Ancestry of the Callander House 1998House built c.1715 by Capt. Nathaniel White II; last owned by Ruth Ryan Callander from 1931 - 19975Win 1998 (.pdf)
Anniversary Parade Videotape 1991Bill CsereTwo-hour tape by Cy Miller available for $25 plus tax; 100th Anniversary Parade (1941) videotape now at Library for check-out.2Fal 1991 (.pdf)
Announcement 1999Pebble Party - to spread pebbles around house for roof runoff. Help needed - other jobs available too - October 24, 1 - 5 - help greatly appreciated.2Oct 1999 (.pdf)
Annual Meeting - Pot Luck Supper 1978Celebrating our 5th Anniversary. Please volunteer to help.1Sep 1978 (.pdf)
Annual Meeting 1995November 14. 19954Fal 1995 (.pdf)
Annual Meeting 1999November 9, 6 p.m., Grange Hall6Oct 1999 (.pdf)
Annual Meeting 2001Grange Hall, November 13,20011Nov 2001 (.pdf)
Annual Meeting 200411/9 at Hemlock Grange Hall.1Nov 2004 (.pdf)
Annual PHS Meeting 2025Pictures and names of ecipients of Certificates of Recognition: Committee on Solidarity; Scout Troop 2; Jim Landry; Portland Public Library; Zion Lutheran Church; Brownstone Quorum.4Mar 2025 (.pdf)Vol. 51 No. 01
Annual Potluck Meeting 1996November 12 at Grange Hall.1Fal 1996 (.pdf)
Annual Potluck Picnic 1993July 27 at Firemen's grounds at end of Indian Hill Avenue1Fal 1993 (.pdf)
Annual Potluck Picnic 2000June 20 at Firemen's Grounds; entertainment by "Old Pink."1Jun 2000 (.pdf)
Annual Report of 2009 2010Claire FrisbieOral narratives by 3 Wesleyan students re the quarries were donated to the Society; Picture of moving of corn crib from the Hedstrom-Carlson farm to the Museum; over 1200 items added to our inventory, 19 museum openings attracting 240 visitors; much more1, 2Feb 2010 (.pdf)
Annual Society Budget 20032Jan 2003 (.pdf)
Annual Summer Picnic 1991July 23, 6 p.m. at Firemen's Grounds1, 2Sum 1991 (.pdf)
Another Year 1984Same officers as last year, Dorothy K. Robinson. President1Fal 1984 (.pdf)
Application for membership 19852Fal 1985 (.pdf)
Are you good with numbers? 2023202328Oct 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 2
Arrigoni Bridge 1990A copy of the bridge construction film soon to be available at Library.3Jul 1990 (.pdf)
Arrigoni Bridge Film 2008Bob McDougall5May 2008 (.pdf)
Arrigoni Bridge Stamp Ceremony 2023August 24, 2023 at Brownstone Intermediate School hosted by PHS, the Connecticut Cover Club and the Town of Portland to celebrate the first day of issue1Oct 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 2
As I See It 1979Harold KriegerAgainst remodeling Central School for Town Offices1Sep 1979 (.pdf)
As I See It 1979Harold KriegerStarting our 6th year. Please be active to get things accomplished. I am at meetings a half hour early for chatting.1Feb 1979 (.pdf)
Ask Portland's History Detectives 2024Mary DickersonThis group of volunteers will research places and items for you.7Nov 2024 (.pdf)Vol. 50 No. 02
At the Next Meeting 1977Al Leshane will be available to photograph Portland memorabilia.1Mar 1977 (.pdf)
Attention Genealogists! 1995A photo album album of tombstones in Center Cemetery, compiled by Dorothy Kelsey Robinson, available in Museum Room.5Spr 1995 (.pdf)
Auction of Tag Sale Gems 1979Items will be up for bid at our next meeting.2Sep 1979 (.pdf)
Autumn News and Notes 1991Meeting 9/24 Joanne Luppi will narrate a series of slides showing Portland's historical and natural resources; Ethel Peltz will share her knowledge in a presentation entitled, "Dolls and Other Collectibles."1Fal 1991 (.pdf)
Baked Goods Sale Coming 1979Probably be called to bake for 2nd Saturday in November.2Sep 1979 (.pdf)
Betty Keser Scott Garden 1994Eleanor CrowtherThe Portland Garden Club has donated $1000 to the Society to establish a garden at the future Museum. It will honor Betty Keser Scott, a long term member. It is to be a butterfly garden.3Spr 1994 (.pdf)
Birthday and National Register Celebration for the Callander House 2014Presentation On November 16 to explain National Register process, hiostory of the house and residents thereof and recent discoveries during restoration.3Nov 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 03
Black History Month Panel 2024Report on 2/24/2024 panel/program at the Middle School.3May 2024 (.pdf)Vol. 50 No. 01
Board of Directors 1978Roger Hinze, Chairman of the Board of Directors, has resigned.1Sep 1978 (.pdf)
Bonding 1989Treasurer and President will be bonded.1Apr 1989 (.pdf)
Boutique Historique 1996Items for sale.3Fal 1996 (.pdf)
Bridge Model on Display 2014Built by Joseph C. Virgadula, his prize-winning model joins the River Crossings Exhibit at the Museum.5Mar 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 01
Brownstone Quarries 1999Notes from a Society letter to the National Park Services Advisor with suggestions for uses of the property surrounding the quarries.4Oct 1999 (.pdf)
Brownstone Quarries Future? 1993Before taken over by developers, more intense scrutiny is needed as preserving their historical significance is desireable.2Spr 1993 (.pdf)
Budget, Fund Raising & Tag Sale 1997Estimated Operating Budget at 2,806. The Museum Trust Fund to support a Museum has been growing, however, to build and Endowment to support the Museum, new fundraising efforts are necessary, hence, the Tag Sale.1Win 1997 (.pdf)
Budgets Approved at 1997 Ann. Meet.Museum Budget for 6,766, not including construction projects. Investment income of 4,800 (6% of 80,000) major source; operating budget, funded mostly by membership dues, lists expenses of 2,700.2Win 1998 (.pdf)
Bud's Café 2019George M. Gilbert IIICharles "Bud" Hale and a friend, Cy Trebbe, purchased a gas station near the bridge known as Calso Gas Station. He lunched at Cannata's Café across the street, owned by Nebo Milardo. Nebo asked Bud to help out during the busy lunch time. After Nebo's death he purchased the property in 1968. Bud died of cancer in 1980 at age 49. His son-in-law Michaerl Estabrook, ran the business until 1981 when Bud's daughter Sue took over as permittee. In 1998 Sue sublet the business for 10 years. After an extensive renovation Michael's daughter Amy took over. Amy'd daughter Harper represents the next generation.1Nov 2019 (.pdf)Vol. 45 No. 03
By-laws explained 1986We are the only Society in the area without a home. Trying to build up funds to be able to accept a grant to make this happen.1Sum 1986 (.pdf)
C.S.B. Incorporated 2020George M. Gilbert IIICharlie Shefcyk started his business in Middletown in 1972. In 1986 it was relocated to 100 Brownstone Avenue in Portland. It is now locatged at 75 Brownstone Avenue. Around 2001 a Peterbilt truck was modified to haul water which is purchased from the Town. The rest is history.1Nov 2020 (.pdf)Vol. 46 No. 02
Calendar & Callander House Cupboard 20074May 2007 (.pdf)
Calendar & Callander House Cupboard 20098Mar 2009 (.pdf)
Calendar 1984Selling 1985 calendar. Seeking photos for 1986 edition.1Fal 1984 (.pdf)
Calendar 1985Committee hard at work on Next Year's edition. Please buy one.1Sum 1985 (.pdf)
Calendar 1986Need pictures for 1987 calendar.2Sum 1986 (.pdf)
Calendar 1986Calendar for 1986 has been well received. Herb Ellsworth, our FIRST President is chair of the Calendar Committee.1Fal 1985 (.pdf)
Calendar 19992000 calendar available. New- printing on shiny stock at Sweet Waverly Press.4Nov 1999 (.pdf)
Calendar 200015 photos off Portland houses from 1890's to 1940's.1Sep 2000 (.pdf)
Calendar 2001Focuses on the changes in Lower Main Street. Bob Mcdougall built a base for the glass-faced bookcase donated recently2Sep 2001 (.pdf)
Calendar 2001Mystery houses still unidentified.1Feb 2001 (.pdf)
Calendar 20058Mar 2005 (.pdf)
Calendar 20064Sep 2006 (.pdf)
Calendar 20066Feb 2006 (.pdf)
Calendar 20076Nov 2007 (.pdf)
Calendar 20074Sep 2007 (.pdf)
Calendar 20076Feb 2007 (.pdf)
Calendar 20086Nov 2008 (.pdf)
Calendar 20088Sep 2008 (.pdf)
Calendar 20094Jun 2009 (.pdf)
Calendar 20108Oct 2010 (.pdf)
Calendar 20104May 2010 (.pdf)
Calendar 20104Mar 2010 (.pdf)
Calendar 20107Feb 2010 (.pdf)
Calendar 20114Sep 2011 (.pdf)
Calendar 20118May 2011 (.pdf)
Calendar 20114Mar 2011 (.pdf)
Calendar 20118Jan 2011 (.pdf)
Calendar 20126Sep 2012 (.pdf)
Calendar 20128Jun 2012 (.pdf)
Calendar 20124Mar 2012 (.pdf)
Calendar 20128Jan 2012 (.pdf)
Calendar 20138Nov 2013 (.pdf)Vol. 40 No. 02
Calendar 20134Mar 2013 (.pdf)
Calendar 20147Nov 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 03
Calendar 20144Jun 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 02
Calendar 20148Mar 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 01
Calendar 2015Notice that T of P has obtained a grant to study development of Elmcrest site to look at ways to reuse historic buildings. Public comment is desired.8Mar 2015 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
Calendar 20164Jul 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 03
Calendar 2016PHS to present a series of programs on the history of Portland4Mar 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 02
Calendar 20168Jan 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
Calendar 20174Sep 2017 (.pdf)Vol. 43 No. 02
Calendar and Callander Cupboard 20086May 2008 (.pdf)
Calendar and Callander Cupboard 20088Feb 2008 (.pdf)
Calendar Committee 1990Finalizing 1991 issue.2Jul 1990 (.pdf)
Calendar Committee seeks pictures 1994Interesting old photos needed for 1995 calendar.3Fal 1994 (.pdf)
Calendar Committee seeks pictures 1995Any to loan for reproduction: agriculture, businesses, natural spots of beauty.2Spr 1995 (.pdf)
Calendar plus 20128Dec 2012 (.pdf)
Calendars 19881989 on sale for $3.50; also notepads and placemats.1Dec 1988 (.pdf)
Calendars 1988A few 1988 calendars still available.2Spr 1988 (.pdf)
Calendars 1989Available at meetings and around town.1Oct 1989 (.pdf)
Calendars 19891989 issue still available. Printed 400, sold 307 to date.2Apr 1989 (.pdf)
Call for Museum Volunteers 2010Gene Sullivan2May 2010 (.pdf)
Call for Photos 2010Exhibit CommitteeSeeking photos and related items for a Schools and Graduations Exhibit2May 2010 (.pdf)
Callander Cupboard 19984Win 1998 (.pdf)
Callander Cupboard 19994Oct 1999 (.pdf)
Callander Cupboard 2008New to the Cupboard; new memberships, Cornwall Farm outhouse4Nov 2008 (.pdf)
Callander Cupboard 2009Callander House Cupboard3Jun 2009 (.pdf)
Callander House 1999Chris SullivanShingling roof contracted out to Rick Tyrseck. Electricians being interviewed, wallpaper removed for painting, oroginal fireplace uncovered.2Oct 1999 (.pdf)
Callander House 2001Delays of electrical work necessitate new electrician; accessible ramps awaiting Town approval. Marie Keser researching computer programs for inventorying our historical items; need set of glass covered shelves to protect valuable books1Feb 2001 (.pdf)
Callander House Cert of Occupancy 2002Finally, thanks to many.1Oct 2002 (.pdf)
Callander House Cupboard 20035Oct 2003 (.pdf)
Callander House Cupboard 20044Nov 2004 (.pdf)
Callander House Cupboard 2004Yankee magazine fund raiser5May 2004 (.pdf)
Callander House Cupboard 20044Jan 2004 (.pdf)
Callander House Cupboard 20056Mar 2005 (.pdf)
Callander House Cupboard 20062Sep 2006 (.pdf)
Callander House Cupboard 20075Nov 2007 (.pdf)
Callander House Cupboard 20075Feb 2007 (.pdf)
Callander House Cupboard 20085Nov 2008 (.pdf)
Callander House Cupboard 20087Sep 2008 (.pdf)
Callander House Cupboard 20104May 2010 (.pdf)
Callander House Cupboard 20104Mar 2010 (.pdf)
Callander House Cupboard 20114Sep 2011 (.pdf)
Callander House Cupboard 2014Gifts for the holidays7Nov 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 03
Callander House Cupboard 20142Jun 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 02
Callander House Endowment Committee 1995A questionnaire has been developed for long-time residents to record anecdotal events in their lives.5Spr 1995 (.pdf)
Callander House Endowment Gift 1995Walt DowerFrom Everett & Mary Jane Jackson - 600 shares of Fleet Financial Stock valued in excess of $20,000. Earmarked, but not limited to, a security system and parking lot.2Fal 1995 (.pdf)
Callander House Progress 2001Eleanor CrowtherHandicapped ramps and wider entry in process; handicapped bathroom at back of kitchen. Monetary donations are coming in for the Museum fund.2Nov 2001 (.pdf)
Callander House Update 2000Chris SullivanElectrical work done; interior plans made and will brought up to Town codes; painting has been done by several members; shelf clock repaired; hired Jim Landry to mow the lawn.2Jun 2000 (.pdf)
Callander House Update 2000Chris SullivanStone placed to control roof drainage; rain water leaks through attic into rooms below; painting and organizing artifacts such as the Pozzetti brownstone collection; getting ducks in a row for Certificate of Occupancy.2Feb 2000 (.pdf)
CCC Camps 2008Marty Podskoch to speak on CCC camps on 9/30 after meeting.2Sep 2008 (.pdf)
Celebrate Portland History Week 1994Pat Csere20 years of collecting on display nightly in Museum Room and Buck Room at Buck Library from April 11 - 14th.1Spr 1994 (.pdf)
Celebrate Portland's 6th Annual Freedom Day Juneteenth 2024Saturday, June 15, 2024 at Portland Middle School. There will be live music, art, food games vendors, etc.4May 2024 (.pdf)Vol. 50 No. 01
Celebrate Portland's Past! 1996At our October 22nd Meeting. Michael Meehan, quarrying browstone after 60 years hiatus, to be the speaker.1Fal 1996 (.pdf)
Celebrating 21st birthday with special projects 1995Portland and Brownstone Exhibit at CT River Museum. PHS meeting there on April 26. Portland Heritage Week - Museum room open every night.1Spr 1995 (.pdf)
Celebrating 80 Years of the Arrigoni Bridge 2018Presented by Jonathan Ives, a structural engineer, on September 2 at Waverly Center.2Sep 2018 (.pdf)Vol. 44 No. 02
Celebrating Cemeteries Spring 2023 2023Virtual tours of Portland's four cemeteries begin after business meeting at Portland Library. Presented by Bob McDougall.1Mar 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 1
Central School as a Museum 1991George Johnson15 Members toured the building finding it a fantastic opportunity to finally have a home for the Society. Selectmen allow us to bring in an architect and an engineer to assess the facility.1Fal 1991 (.pdf)
Central School on Volksmarch Award 19971997 10 kilometer Portland walk award features picture of Central School.2Win 1997 (.pdf)
Certificate of Appreciation to Troop 2 2023Photo of Bob McDougall presenting certificate to Logan Prince, Troop 2 Senior Patrol Leader, for their help preparing poles for the Tag Sale.4Mar 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 1
Charles J. Arrigoni Bridge Turns 75 This August 2013PHS will offer a special program in August which will include showing the bridge construction film.2Mar 2013 (.pdf)
Chatham Historical Society 1991PHS invited to their annual picnic on August 6.1, 2Sum 1991 (.pdf)
Christmas at the Callander House 2012Photos from members of holiday celebrations, train display featuring trains modeled on historic ones such as the Ghost Train and Brownstone Quarry Train.2Dec 2012 (.pdf)
Civil War Anniversary 2011Contact the Society if you have items to donate or photographed,4Jan 2011 (.pdf)
Civil War Monument 1993Society made aware of its deterioration. George Johnson has found a State grant for the study of its condition. Necessary forms will bw given to Town.2Fal 1993 (.pdf)
Civil War Monument Preservation 1995John Dillon, Sr.Don Goodrich setting up meetings of the Committee with local restorers.3, 4Spr 1995 (.pdf)
Civil War Monument Preservation Status 1994John DillonTown given a $750 matching grant by the State Historical Commission to hire experts to assertain extent of deterioration and to recommens corrective measures.2Fal 1994 (.pdf)
Collections Storage 2012Invited by Trinity Church to share their space at Stor-U-Self Storage at 127 Main Street to alleviate overcrowding at the Museum.3Sep 2012 (.pdf)
Collector Plates for Sale to Members 19959-inch stoneware plate available from Eleanor Crowther for $20.5Spr 1995 (.pdf)
Coming Attractions 1994Regina Woltmann4Fal 1994 (.pdf)
Coming Attractions 1995Regina WoltmannScheduled meetings6Fal 1995 (.pdf)
Coming Attractions 1995Regina WoltmannMeetings, Annual picnic June 27 to feature costumed Fife and Drum Corps playing 17th century tunes.6Spr 1995 (.pdf)
Coming Attractions 1998Regina Woltmann6Win 1998 (.pdf)
Coming Events 1988Exchange picnic with Chatham Historical Society,colonial lighting fixtures.1Spr 1988 (.pdf)
Coming Events 1991Events scheduled1Spr 1991 (.pdf)
Commemorative Crocks 1991Eleanor Crowther and Rick Gildersleeve taking orders.1Spr 1991 (.pdf)
Committee Chairmen Appointed 1979This year a chairman and vice-chairman were appointed.2Feb 1979 (.pdf)
Committee Chairmen Appointed 19802Feb 1980 (.pdf)
Committee Chairmen for 19922Win 1992 (.pdf)
Committee Reports 1991Museum Room - Planning exhibits of early history. Need volunteers.1Spr 1991 (.pdf)
Connecticut Artist, John Wells Stancliff 2006Painting of "The First House in Portland" donated by Helen and David Carlson. Picture of "Short Beach , Branford, Conn." in Mattatuck Museum.2Feb 2006 (.pdf)
Cookbook 1988Looking for someone to head up this project.2Sep 1988 (.pdf)
Cookbooks and Calendars 1986Need a chairman for the cookbook project; Bill Csere doing calendar again.1Apr 1986 (.pdf)
Corn Crib placed in its new location 2021Picture of volunteers who moved it: Ben Srb, Brian Darna and Bill Richards.2Nov 2021 (.pdf)Vol. 47 No. 03
Cornwall House 1991Society successful in the Town producing a Demolition Delay Ordinance to delay demolition of historic structures so Society is informed and can assist owner with choices available.1Spr 1991 (.pdf)
Cornwall House Deconstruction 1991George JohnsonBeing removed to Ferry Road in South Glastonbury.3Fal 1991 (.pdf)
Cornwall House, Glastonbury Tpke. 1991First request for demolition permit to disassemble and then reassemble in Glastonbury. Would have preferred it stays in Portland, of course.1, 2Sum 1991 (.pdf)
Co-sponsor 75th Anniversary of School originally High and Middle School Main Street, downtown 2007Looking for alumni of the school to share memories of their years there. Event planned for February 26,2008.3Nov 2007 (.pdf)
Crock Committee 1991A few crocks left, available at $20.1, 2Sum 1991 (.pdf)
Cromwell Historical Society's Ball of the Rebellion 2015PHS members invited to event April 11 in Cromwell3Mar 2015 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
CT Open House Day 2023June 10, 2023 at Callander House Museum: celebrated benefactor's birthday; the 20th anniversary of the museum2Oct 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 2
Current Members 19913Fal 1991 (.pdf)
Current membership roster 2021Approximately 145 families and businesses2May 2021 (.pdf)Vol. 47 No. 01
Current Mmbership Roster 2020Approximately 141 families and businesses2Apr 2020 (.pdf)Vol. 46 No. 01
Dedication 1988Watch for the date of dedication of a plaque re First Episcopal Meeting House and Church at the corner of High and Bartlett Streets.2Sep 1988 (.pdf)
Dedication of restored pergola at Hedstrom home, 533 Main St. 2018Pictures of Charles & Susan Young and new owners, William & Ingrid Moss.3Nov 2018 (.pdf)Vol. 44 No. 03
Demolition of 5 Lower Main Street 2012The Historic Sites Committee thoroughly documented the building before its demolition. Some significant pieces were salvaged: mantels, pilasters6Dec 2012 (.pdf)
Demolition of Barns 1993Chris SullivanTwo barns on Cornwall property must be removed. Cheap sale possible.3Spr 1993 (.pdf)
Demolition Ordinance Committee 2000Two buildings at 309 Airline Avenue, made of brownstone taings to be demolished - owned by Vig Industries. Only remaining brownstone industrial buildings left in Town.3Jun 2000 (.pdf)
Demolition Requests 2000Chris Sullivan1790 Hay houses on Cornwall St.;garage at Grove St and Route 66; 44 Riverside Drive 1860's house; barn on Grove Street (1905 Benashski)3Sep 2000 (.pdf)
Did You Know? 1977Many firsts for Portland: Buck Factory started in 1812 making the "buck board;" Kellogg Strong was Portland's 1st rep. to legislature in 1842; had first horse-drawn fire fighting equipmentin state in 1909, motor driven equipment in 1916; Thomas Pickering produces first bicycle in U.S. in 1868; first town to have a Catholic CHurch in 1872; first public high school run by a town was Gildersleeve Hall in 1876; Post Office opened in 1827; paved roads arrived in Portland in 1912 (Main Street); over 250 vessels constructed at Gildersleeve ShipYards between 1821 and 1933; in 1741 the Carr-Cox Grist MIll in operation later supplied flour to the Continental Army, eventually ground spices; Portland's first garden club was organized in 1948; Portland High School Band was organized in 1949.2Mar 1977 (.pdf)
Dish Drying Made Festive 1996New towel features 12 drawings surrounding the Town Seal3Fal 1996 (.pdf)
Do You Get the "Word" on Each Month's Program? 1979Look for publicity in Middletown Press & hasrtford Courant.2Feb 1979 (.pdf)
Docent 2008Invitation to become a Museum docent.2Sep 2008 (.pdf)
Docent Recognition 2004Mary Ann Dolan3May 2004 (.pdf)
Docents 2012Gene SullivanJoin in next Docent Training Program2Jun 2012 (.pdf)
Docents-Greeters-Hosts- Hostesses 2010More volunteers needed for monthly Museum openings.6Oct 2010 (.pdf)
Docents-Greeters-Hosts- Hostesses 2011Seeking volunteers for Museum monthly openings.6Jan 2011 (.pdf)
Documenting Portland During Covid-19 2021Deborah EllsworthAsking residents to share what their lives were like during during Covid.3May 2021 (.pdf)Vol. 47 No. 01
Dues 1988Membership dues increased to $5.00 from $3.00. If dues not paid by 6/30 membership ceases. Lifetime membership is now $100 and special gold cards are issued to Life Members.2Spr 1988 (.pdf)
Dues Not Paid for 20 1979Please contact us if you haven't renewed. Dues now $3 annually.2Sep 1979 (.pdf)
E. Hampton (Chatham) Historical Society Picnic 1993Our Society has been invited to join them on 9/14 at one-room schoolhouse on Bevin Blvd.2Fal 1993 (.pdf)
Eagle Scout Project: Exhibit Audio Stations 2010Bob McDougall5 Exhibit Audio Stations were built by Dylan McDougall in March 2010. Parts were donated by Makershed.com and Pratt and Whitney Surplus Store. A grant for this project was provided by the Middlesex County Community Foundation.1Oct 2010 (.pdf)
Easy Riding 1996Call Regina Woltmann for a ride to any Society meeting.2Fal 1996 (.pdf)
Eleanor Olson Crowther 2023A history, upon her death, of Eleanor's involvement with the Society as a leader and innovator.7Oct 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 2
Election of Officers 1988Rick Gildersleeve installed as President; Hazel Robinson, Treasurer for a few years, will be succeeded by Charles Woltmann.1Dec 1988 (.pdf)
Events 2019December events: Festival of Wreaths; Museum hosted holiday show of model trains set up by Tom Ladny and others; Susanne Anderson signed book about Portland farms at the Museum; January Annual Meeting presented Marty Podskoch speaking about his book, "The Connecticut 169 Club: Your Passport and Guide to Exploring Connecticut."2Mar 2019 (.pdf)Vol. 45 No. 01
Exceptional and Rare Octagon Houses 2023Amy KnousOn Marlborough Street: the Joseph Williams House (1855) and the Gilbert Stancliff House (1853)3Dec 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 3
Excerpt from "Yankee Township," 2005Carl F. Price,1941Collection of 58 letters to Cyrus Hurd from family in Middle Haddam5Mar 2005 (.pdf)
Exhibit 1995Vivian DowerA collection of shipbuilding tools donated by E. Kenning Hughes and Oliver Gildersleeve.2Fal 1995 (.pdf)
Exhibits 1992Old Portland business calendars to be displayed in Museum Room1Win 1992 (.pdf)
Facts of Interest About Old Nails 1978In the 1700's and early 1800's folks made their own nails from long strips of soft iron. They were hand-forged, square, long and sharply pointed with a flattened head.. Picture of various style nails shown.2Feb 1978 (.pdf)
Fall Programs 19869/10 - Pottery (Wesleyan Potters), 10/8 - Arrowheads, 11/12 - possible potluck supper, installation of new officers.1Sum 1986 (.pdf)
Fashion Show & Tea 2011Jointly hosted by Zion Lutheran Church and PHS at the church. Models will show 150 years of fashions. 8 vintage cars on exhibit in parking lot.1Sep 2011 (.pdf)
Fashion Show and Tea Planned 2011Sunday, October 16th at Zion Lutheran Church. Asking public to loan suitable items for the event.2May 2011 (.pdf)
February Meeting 1992Joining with Friends of the Library to present Prudence Taylor Palmer talking about her new book detailinf her life as a child at St. Clements.2Win 1992 (.pdf)
February Program 2002Bernadette Dillon, Town Clerk, will discuss archives available for research.2Jan 2002 (.pdf)
Festival of Wreath Successful 20153rd Annual. Over 35 wreaths donated bringing in over $1000.6Mar 2015 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
Festival of Wreaths 2012First Annual to be held at 329 Main Street in Carriage House in rear.1Dec 2012 (.pdf)
Festival of Wreaths 2012First Annual to be held at 329 Main Street in Carriage House in rear on December 1 & 2. Inviting persons and businesses to donate a wreath for a teacup-style auction open to the public.5Sep 2012 (.pdf)
Festival of Wreaths 20176th Annual on December 2 & 3 at 329 Main Street.2Nov 2017 (.pdf)Vol. 43 No. 03
Festival of Wreaths 20187th Annual Jingle & Mingle, Dec. 1 &2 at 329 Main Street2Nov 2018 (.pdf)Vol. 44 No. 03
Festival of Wreaths 20198th Annual, December 7 & 8 in carriage house at 329 Main Street2Nov 2019 (.pdf)Vol. 45 No. 03
Festival of Wreaths 2020Online sale only opens November 286Nov 2020 (.pdf)Vol. 46 No. 02
Festival of Wreaths in person Returns December 4-5 202110th annual Festival of Wreaths at 329 Main Street1Nov 2021 (.pdf)Vol. 47 No. 03
Fifth Annual Tag Sale 2001370231Feb 2001 (.pdf)
Finance Board 1999Noted increased donations, monitored investment portfolio.2Nov 1999 (.pdf)
Finance Committee Recommended Budget for 1999-2000Operating budget Excess of Income/Expenses:1,100.00. Museum Budget projected 1,705 excess of Income over Expenses.3Nov 1999 (.pdf)
First Annual Town-Wide Tag Sale 1997May 10, 9 am - 3 pm to benefit the Museum Fund. Bake Sale at Grange Hall.4Spr 1997 (.pdf)
Fleet Bank Records 1991Records of First National Bank given to Society.1, 2Sum 1991 (.pdf)
For Sale 19881976 History of Portland, notepads sporting historic site sketches, a few 1985 & 1988 calendars still available.1Sep 1988 (.pdf)
For Sale 1990150th Anniversary crocks now on sale.2Jul 1990 (.pdf)
For Sale- Wood Stove 1999Removed from Callander House6Oct 1999 (.pdf)
For the Holidays 20102011 Portland Heritage Calendar features the WPA's project to identify Old Buildings in Connecticut; hand painted porcelain ornaments, three-inch discs painted by Nancy Paine of Simsbury.6Oct 2010 (.pdf)
Form for Plam A Tag Sale 20103Mar 2010 (.pdf)
Form to register for a Tag Sale 20095Mar 2009 (.pdf)
Form to register for a Tag Sale 20193Mar 2019 (.pdf)Vol. 45 No. 01
Former Johnson Farm 1999Plan for middle income senior housing planned behind Tri-Town Plaza. We are looking at brownstone bridge over Airline RR, asking that the abutments be preserved and incorporated into the plan.4Oct 1999 (.pdf)
From Museum School Exhibit 2004Budget from State Bd. Of Ed. for Rose Hill School District; Museum openings; info re program fundraiser to purchase a Victrola for the school. Images of Portland available in the fall.3Sep 2004 (.pdf)
From Old Sayings Collection 19914Fal 1991 (.pdf)
From the Callander House Cupboard 2010Items available for gift-giving.7Oct 2010 (.pdf)
From the Callander House Cupboard 20106Feb 2010 (.pdf)
From the Callander House Cupboard 20117May 2011 (.pdf)
From the Callander House Cupboard 20117Jan 2011 (.pdf)
From the Callander House Cupboard 20125Jan 2012 (.pdf)
From the Past 1990We have a notebook containing personal reports by local residents who lived in Portland in the late 1800's & early 1900's. You can add to this with your's.3Jul 1990 (.pdf)
From the President 1985Thanks for work this year.1Fal 1985 (.pdf)
From the President 1997Chris Sullivan1Win 1997 (.pdf)
From the President 1998Chris SullivanRuth Callander house devised to Society on December 18, 1997. Studying its past and the changes made for it to become the structure it is today.1Win 1998 (.pdf)
From the President 2024 2024Susan BransfieldThanked Julie for serving from 2021-2023; five goals: increase number of volunteers, inventory all museum assets, continue to collect and preserve Portland's history, celebrate 50th Anniversary, maintain facilities we own.6May 2024 (.pdf)Vol. 50 No. 01
From the President 2025Susan BransfieldSummary of recent events.1Mar 2025 (.pdf)Vol. 51 No. 01
Fund Raisers 1977Fund raising last year provided $368.75 for our treasury. Save items for future flea market sales.2Sep 1977 (.pdf)
Future of Historic Buildings ? ? ? 1995November 7 referendum to bond rehabilitation for Town Hall and Central School should be of special interest to PHS members.4Fal 1995 (.pdf)
Future Projects 1977All will be asked to bake for the bake sale and to rpovide itms for flea mkt.1Mar 1977 (.pdf)
Genealogy Contribution 2001Sanborn family, originally from Waldo, Maine.2Feb 2001 (.pdf)
Genealogy Project 1986A new project for people wanting to trace Portland ancestry. The information would be kept on file with the Society for use in the future.1Apr 1986 (.pdf)
Get Involved with History 2012Volunteers needed to assist in the operation of the Society.6Dec 2012 (.pdf)
Gift 1988Connie Berggren donated a shoe buttonhook from John Curran, Shoes and Clothes. Please contact us if you have any information of this store.2Dec 1988 (.pdf)
Gift to Library 1988We presented them with a microwave open in appreciation for space there.1Spr 1988 (.pdf)
Gifts to Museum 1998Pat CserePayne - family Bible, designer dress dated 1866, others; Olsen -1885 hard cover of Middlesex County Record; R. Johnson - arrowheads from Indian Hill site, 1950 PHS Yearbook; Bob Johnson - 1980 PHS Yearbook.4Win 1998 (.pdf)
Gifts to the Museum 2000Kitchen stove, copier, historic badges.3Jun 2000 (.pdf)
Gildersleeve Student Visits to Museum 2004Mary Ann DolanSix classes of Third Grade students visited the Museum on 2 days in October.4Nov 2004 (.pdf)
Give a Unique Gift and Support Portland History! 2012Pictures of many items available for purchase from the Society's cupboard.7Dec 2012 (.pdf)
Good-Bye 1988Bill Ring, former director, moving to Meriden, CT,1Spr 1988 (.pdf)
Gotta's Farm 2020George M. Gilbert IIIPicture of Gotta family in one of their greenhouses. George met with Dick Gotta to learn that by 1/10 he had over 10,000 sq. ft.of seedlings for hanging plants started in his 35,000 sq. ft. of heated greenhouses. The cider press has been in operation since the 1950's. In addition to the original site on Route 17, they operate the QP (Quick Pick Quality Produce) stand on Route 661Apr 2020 (.pdf)Vol. 46 No. 01
Gotta's Farm 2024Apple Festival 2024 honoring a 126 year old family-run town business. (Original article featured in April 2020 Newsletter)3Nov 2024 (.pdf)Vol. 50 No. 02
Had Float in 350th Anniversary of CT parade 1985Members served sandwiches to marchers.2Fal 1985 (.pdf)
Happy New Year 1978More volunteers needed for the work of the Society.1Feb 1978 (.pdf)
Have you renewed your membership? 20111Mar 2011 (.pdf)
Hearth Cooking - Puddings 2018Alexia Belperron18th Century Receipt for Hasty Pudding.4Mar 2018 (.pdf)Vol. 44 No. 01
Hearth Cooking 2016Alexia BelperronElections!.....a piece of cake. Election Cake Receipt (w/modern adaptations)5Nov 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 04
Hearth Cooking at the Hall House 2019Alexia BelperronAlexia invites members to enjoy hearth cooked Irish fare on March 10.2Mar 2019 (.pdf)Vol. 45 No. 01
HELP 1991Society needs complete video of parade. Pleaser volunteer.1, 2Sum 1991 (.pdf)
Help Wanted 1996A volunteer to respond to requests re family genealogy.2Fal 1996 (.pdf)
Help Wanted 2002To catalog inventory items.4Mar 2002 (.pdf)
Help Wanted 2002To do data entry from paper forms.1Jan 2002 (.pdf)
Help Wanted -Stimulating Position Available 1996Program planning position open as Regina has new focus in the Society. Are you interested?4Fal 1996 (.pdf)
Heritage Calendar 1997 1996John DillonCelebrates Town businesses and their founders.2Fal 1996 (.pdf)
Historian Needed 1977Please consider volunteering to keep Portland history up to date.2Sep 1977 (.pdf)
Historic Gas Lamp 2010Bob McDougallInquiry re lamp made by Heath and Smith, Portland, CT3Feb 2010 (.pdf)
Historic Gildersleeve 20022003 Calendar1Oct 2002 (.pdf)
Historic Happenings 2010Regina WoltmanBill Willinsky of Portland's Veterans Affairs is planning to honor Portland veterans with a plaque at the Town Hall. The names will be given to PHS on a disc for our archives.2Mar 2010 (.pdf)
Historic Homes in Jeopardy 20093 homes built in 19th century on development site.1Mar 2009 (.pdf)
Historic Houses in Jeopardy 2009Chris SullivanHouses at Brainerd Place Development.. Petitions available requesting preservation.1May 2009 (.pdf)
Historic Notes & Placemats 1988Contact Dorothy Robinson to acquire these items.2Spr 1988 (.pdf)
Historic Site - The Big Pines 2002Chris Sullivan joined others from environmental groups to help preserve 100 year old stand of white pines at Meshomasic Forest.2Mar 2002 (.pdf)
Historic Sites & Buildings 1996Jim SarbaughCivil War Monument - to undergo restoration under the direction of Harold C. Vogel, a Virginia sculptor. Central School renovation plans nearly complete.2Fal 1996 (.pdf)
Historic Sites 1977Our application for funds from the Community Development Fund has been approved. These funds will provide site and house markers.1Sep 1977 (.pdf)
Historic Sites 19786 bronze historic markers and 35 plaques for homes are being made. You can help obtain additional information to authenticate more homes. An application to the Conn. Historical Commission for a sign of cast aluminum presenting facts about Portland's history and the founding of the town. It would be placed in the vicinity of TOWN hALL.2Sep 1978 (.pdf)
Historic Sites 1978Have been busy with seed money from the Community Development Fund. They plan to mark 5 sites with bronze plaques and working to identify historic homes which will receive wooden plaques. Markers are for: Indian Hill Avenue, Cox Mill sites, brownstone quarries, tinware factory, first ferry crossing. Asking for more funds to identify homes aand asked home owners for some financial help. The site of the Jewish Burial Grounds has been located thanks to Helen Carlson. There will be an attempt to preserve the remaining headstone, the only material evidence of the graves.2Feb 1978 (.pdf)
Historic Sites 2001Chris Sullivan103 Marlborough Street said to be the oldest house in Portland, built in 1689 and probably housed a member of the Stancliff family. It is for sale with 2 others adjacent making a sizeable commercial site.2Feb 2001 (.pdf)
Historic Sites Accomplishes Project 1979Five bronze site markers mounted on brownstone slabs to be added to one currently at the Mill Site on Rose Hill. Sites are: brownstone quarries, first ferry landing,shipyards Indian grounds,first meeting house and old Jewish cemetery. To date 43 homes dated prior to 1850 have had hand-painted wooden plaques mounted on them. Color photos should be available????2Sep 1979 (.pdf)
Historic Sites and Buildings 1994Jim SarbaughBuilding Inspector says demolition or stabilization needed for barns on Main Street and Maple Ave.; Selectmen authorize hiring architect to verify findings of Advisory Committee re Central School, 2 alternative plans for offices in Buck Library on the table, one to use moveable partitions, the second involves major renovations, a plan dismissed 2 years ago. 1995 is Buck Library's 100th anniversary.3Fal 1994 (.pdf)
Historic Sites and Buildings 1994Jim SarbaughDemolition of Middlesex Avenue quarry houses imminent; demolition order for Hedstrom-Carlson house blocked by a court order re divorce case; Town Building Advisory Committee issues report to Selectmen re long-term plans for use of Town buildings; plan to organize a series of workshops on demolition ordinance, Historic Districts, state mandates for affordable housing,,costs and benefits of long-term plan for town buildings.2Spr 1994 (.pdf)
Historic Sites and Buildings 1995Jim SarbaughBianco Giolitti Architects to analyze report of Town Hall/Central School Advisory Committee.2Spr 1995 (.pdf)
Historic Sites Tour 1985Busload enjoyed the tour. Requests for another one.2Fal 1985 (.pdf)
Historical Books get book plates 1995Helen Hanson placing book plates on PHS Yearbooks and others donated.2Fal 1995 (.pdf)
Historical Calendar 2001"Come On Over" - history of Main Street 1Nov 2001 (.pdf)
Historical Society Garden Tour Planned 2010To be held on June 12 - a tour of 8 private Portland properties plus the Betty Scott Keser garden at the Museum aand the Japenese Garden at Wheeler Farm.1May 2010 (.pdf)
Historical Society Scholarship 1991"Excellence in History" awarded to Medhavi Jogi, a freshman1, 2Sum 1991 (.pdf)
History - Memorial Day 1907 2007Excerpts from the Penny Press2May 2007 (.pdf)
History 2008Rudi Wetzel's letter to Tom Dreier: Thank Goodness the Flood is Over, re the Charles L Jarvis Co. on Indian Hill Avenue circa 19365,6Feb 2008 (.pdf)
History 2009Doris Sherrow-HeidenisThe 1754 Petition for Indian Hill Avenue.3Jun 2009 (.pdf)
History 2012Doris Sherrow-HeidenisFrom Middletown Press : "Gildersleeve Has Its First Mayor." Hal Peary, radio character was honored by Centennial Committee in Portland7Jan 2012 (.pdf)
History 2015Doris Sherrow-HeidenisInterview with Anna O'Brien at 5 Indian Hill Avenue re her 2 1/2 story colonial. House was raised a story and a half in the 1840's or early 1850's. A saloon called the Union Hotel was set up in the basement. No longer a cape.5Mar 2015 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
History Notes 2014Doris Sherrow-HeidenisAfter high school, her grandfather changed his middle name to his mother's maiden name. This was a fad of the late 1800's and early 1900's.6Nov 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 03
History of a Civil War Raincoat 2024George Gilbert, III Raincoat worn by Gordon Whitmore Stewart who enlisted in the Union Army at age 24 in 1861. He rose through the ranks to become commissioned by President Lincoln to become Captain of Company F. He died at age 70 and is buried in Trinity Cemetery The coat was a gift of Helen Hedstrom Carlson.4Nov 2024 (.pdf)Vol. 50 No. 02
History of Portland Available 1977At Library for $2.50 for 66 page booklet.2Sep 1977 (.pdf)
History of Portland Available 1977At Library for $2.50 for 66 page booklet.2Mar 1977 (.pdf)
History of Portland Available 1978A 66 page book filled with old photos and facts about Portland's history is available for $2.50 at Buck Library2Sep 1978 (.pdf)
History of Portland Available 1978Available at Buck Library for $2.50.2Feb 1978 (.pdf)
History of Portland Booklet 1989Printed in 1976, a few copies are still available.2Apr 1989 (.pdf)
History Uncovered: The Three Brainerd Place Houses 2023Alain Munkittrick presents the results of his research of the 3 homes to be restored by the developers of Brainerd Place on Marlborough Street.3Oct 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 2
History: Family and Civil War history 2011Thomas Graham JohnsonInformation about the Barque J.C. Kuhn, built in 1859 at Gilderfsleeve Shipyard.3Jan 2011 (.pdf)
History: Jessie Margaret Alsop 2016Doris Sherrow-HeidenisMs. Alsop researched 18th century houses during the 1930's and 40's. Jessie moved to Middletown around 1916 and bought land on William Street in 1922. She built a cape cod style house at 7 William Street. Her work very helpful to Doris for her creation of Portland History and Architecture.2Jul 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 03
History… Gunboat USS Cayuga 2012Richard GildersleeveBuilt by the Gildersleeve & Sons Shipyard, it was launched on October 21, 1861, fulfilling the promise of a 90-day gunboat at a cost of $125,000. It was towed to the Brooklyn Navy Yard for fitting out and was commissioned on February 21, 1862.45723Jun 2012 (.pdf)
History…1771 Colonial with a Pedimented Gable 2012Doris Sherrow-HeidenisA WPA Historic House #2 at 116 Ames Hollow Road. The gable was a later addition to beautify the house and to let more light into the attic. It was removed at some time.5Dec 2012 (.pdf)
History…Captain Cicero Brown 2016Richard GildersleeveBorn in Portland -shipowner, shipping agent, Vice-consul and sea captain. He was raised in the home his father built on Breezy Corners Rd. Cicero married Mary Ann Strickland in 1851 and moved to 629 Main Street after the birth of their daughter.4Jan 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
History…Portland's Civil War Soldiers 2011Doris Sherrow-HeidenisThe Two William Foster Orphans. Pictures of Civil War items. Thomas S. Dean.4May 2011 (.pdf)
History…Sylvester Gildersleeve's Building gets a "Touch-up!" 2012Doris Sherrow-HeidenisOwner of Portland Floor & Wall Covering was repairing the building's garage door at 646 Main Street. It was a gentle arch of brick, constructed around 1854-1858. Through research the arch is known as a Three Center or "Basket Handle" Arch. The arch was preserved in this fashion.3Sep 2012 (.pdf)
History…The Gildersleeve Ledgers 2013Doris Sherrow-HeidenisIn our collection are many ledgers from the Gildersleeve Shipbuilding and Store businesses.5, 6, 7Nov 2013 (.pdf)Vol. 40 No. 02
Holiday Exhibit a Success 2005Doll house and train displays popular; seeking more dollhouses this year.4Mar 2005 (.pdf)
House Tours 19934/7 in East Hampton, May 21 in Essex4Spr 1993 (.pdf)
How About Some Fund-Raising Ideas 1980Encourage memorials.2Feb 1980 (.pdf)
How You Can Help 2009Letters, petitions, attend hearings2May 2009 (.pdf)
Hubbard Farmstead Open House and Farm Tour -1852 Greek Revival house 2017Details re tour on 9/16. Ticket form printed. Tour includes English barn, vegetable garden and flower beds. An extensive art collection will be on view throughout the house and barn.3Sep 2017 (.pdf)Vol. 43 No. 02
Ice Cream Social 2012Tuesday, June 26 with entertainment by Rare Occasion, vocal quartet.1Jun 2012 (.pdf)
If Enough Interest - Another Tour of Portland? 19793Sep 1979 (.pdf)
Images of Portland 2004Book by Bob McDougall and 2005 Heritage Calendar now available.4Nov 2004 (.pdf)
Important April Meeting - 4/20 1993Selectmen's Workshop on utilization of Town Buildings - Town Hall, Central School, all satellite offices (police, superintendent,sr. center)1Spr 1993 (.pdf)
Important Meeting Notice 1978Meeting night has changed because of Ash Wednesday. Everett Berndtson will speak on carriage restoration at Zion Lutheran Church.1Feb 1978 (.pdf)
In Honor or Memory of a Loved One or Friend 1979Please support our Memorial Fund with gifts such as these.2Feb 1979 (.pdf)
In Loving Memory 2011Charles "Bud" David Anderson, Robert Baines, Jr., Ronald Chaisson, Sr., Robert Edwards, Thomas Flood, Jr., Myron Foster, Ruth Grover, Evelyn Johnson, Virginia Natalie, William F. Wells2May 2011 (.pdf)
In Loving Memory of members and supporters who died recently 2010Louise Anderson, Allen J. Carlson,Frederick Chapman, Anita Cooley, Norma DeGraff, William Frisbie, Helen Gotta, Patrick Green, Jackie Chapman Guernsey, Barbara Ives, Harold Johansmeyer, Carolyn Johnson, George V. Johnson, Michael Lastrina, Edward Leffingwell, Bill McBrien, Richard Murphy, Helen Penfield, John Paul Peterson, William Pozzetti, George Wilson2May 2010 (.pdf)
In Loving Memory of members and supporters who died recently 2014Jeannie Bastura, Constance Berggren, Grace Broberg, Eddie Chiabrero, Romanie Gussenhoven, Judith Hale, Charlotte Hanson, Jean Harmon, Bill Long, Joanne Luppi, Hazel Robinson, James Tierney, Norma Werdelin6Mar 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 01
In Loving Memory of members and supporters who died recently 2015Duane Marie Chowaniec, Lucille Cramer, Phyllis Frisbee, Robert Johnson, Ruth McGowan3Mar 2015 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
In Loving Memory of Norma Werdelin 2013Before her death she made a very generous donation toward Museum restoration.2Mar 2013 (.pdf)
In Loving Memory of Supporters 2012Mary Bransfield, Barbara Binnington, Lloyd Erskine, Mary Klemba, Joseph Lynch, Stuart & Janet Mitchell, Ellen Roman, Sari Rosenbaum, Edward Rousseau, Ann Gildersleeve Sloan2Sep 2012 (.pdf)
In Memorium - Ruth Ryan Callander 1997Died April 8, 1997, memorial service at Trinity Episcopal Church. Tribute by Don Goodrich, Rev. James E. Curry gives history of her life.1, 2, 3Spr 1997 (.pdf)
In the Museum Yard 2021New atorage container rented for collection items2Nov 2021 (.pdf)Vol. 47 No. 03
Interesting Fall Coming Attractions 19964Fal 1996 (.pdf)
Introducing Miss Alsop's Portland 2000Program with Doris Sherrow as Miss Alsop regarding her research into historical Portland houses. September 26th at the Library.1Sep 2000 (.pdf)
Invitation to Spring Tea 20097Mar 2009 (.pdf)
Items from Callander House Cupboard 2005Order form printed.5Nov 2005 (.pdf)
It's That Time Again - Dues Payable 1979Dues are $3 per person and $100 for Lifetime Membership.2Feb 1979 (.pdf)
Jewlry Fundraiser 2009Spring tea planned for 4/16, 2009 at St. Clements, featuring hats and jewelry6Mar 2009 (.pdf)
Jingle & Mingle - a Success! 20142nd Annual Festival of Wreaths offered 40 wreaths for 40th Anniversary. It raised $900 for the restoration fund.5Mar 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 01
Jingle & Mingle 2013Second annual Festival of Wreaths - December 7 & 83Nov 2013 (.pdf)Vol. 40 No. 02
Jingle & Mingle 20165th Annual Festival of Wreaths 12/3 & 4 at 329 Main Street2Nov 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 04
Jingle & Mingle 202212/3 and 12/4 at the Carriage House, 329 Main Street. Individuals and businesses contribute wreaths and decorations for a teacup style raffle.1Nov 2022 (.pdf)Vol. 48 No. 03
Jingle & Mingle 202312th year; 12/2 and 12/3 at carriage house behind 329 Main Street1Dec 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 3
Jingle & Mingle 20242024 Festival of Wreaths, 13th Annual, December 7 & 81Nov 2024 (.pdf)Vol. 50 No. 02
Jingle and Mingle: 3rd Annual Festival of Wreaths 2014December 6 & 7, 20241Nov 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 03
Jobs 2010Collections Board Members; Program Committee Members4Oct 2010 (.pdf)
John V. Anderson Bequest 1999$30,000 given will enrich Investment Fund. Family donates a copy of his memoirs of life in Portland from 1907 to the 1960's. Anderson was a businessman and Portland Selectman for 10 years.2Oct 1999 (.pdf)
John Wells Stancliff; A Portland Artist Comes Home 2023PHS sponsored an exhibit at The Portland Library of paintings owned by John Stewart and Candice Heublein. Deborah Payne, a descendent gave a biographical sketch and the family's role in central CT.4Oct 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 2
Johnson Farm2008Photo of Johnson farm at 321 Main Street in late 1800's3Nov 2008 (.pdf)
Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom Day 20235th year celebration sponsored by several organizations, businesses and the Town of Portland and its Library3Oct 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 2
Letter from Harold Krieger, President 1978Thanks for the opportunity to provide leadership for this Society. It is not my Society, but yours. Let me know how you are willing to help.1Nov 1978 (.pdf)
Letter From Patricia Aresco, President 1977This lettert is my first attempt to reach each of our 234 members. Envelope enclosed for dues and need volunteers for all committees. John Conklin is recording histories, names would be helpful. Jack Dillon is searching for a site to display documents we have been given. Participate in whatever way you choose, but please join us. Annual dues are $2.50 per person.1Jan 1977 (.pdf)
Letter to readers asking for support 2012Claire Frisbie3Dec 2012 (.pdf)
Library Historical Discussions 1991Society joins 150th Committee & Library for a series of discussions led by Jack Chatsfield of Trinity College on "Yankees and Strangers - The New England Town 1836-1992."1, 2Sum 1991 (.pdf)
Like us on Facebook 2012Bob McDougallVisit our new venture into sharing with the public2Jun 2012 (.pdf)
Limited copies remain for holiday gift-giving 2019Portland Farms: Then and Now by Suzanne Anderson. Book includes information on over 100 farms from the Wangunks to the present.5Nov 2019 (.pdf)Vol. 45 No. 03
Listing of Current Members 20183Mar 2018 (.pdf)Vol. 44 No. 01
Local History 2006Wedding in 1829 of Elizabeth Jarvis to Samuel Colt.2May 2006 (.pdf)
Main Street, Five - Obituary 2012Bob McDougallThe 142 year-old building was razed October 8-9 after a decade of deterioration. The 2-story, 3784 square-foot building served as the office of the Strong & Hale Lumber Company.4Dec 2012 (.pdf)
March Meeting 1992New location TBD. Library not available2Win 1992 (.pdf)
Mark Your Calendar - A Family History Program 2023Sunday, October 22, 2023 at Wavferly Center. Brookelyn Grant will present a family history titled, "My Aunt Gracie."7Oct 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 2
Mary Rogers Williams 2019 Promotional announcement of a new book from Wesleyan Press. The author, Eve Kahn, spoke at the Waverly Center in October 2019 Mary ran Smith College's Art Dept. She traveled to Europe during summer vacation. Mary painted scenes in Portland including Jobs Pond and local farms and homes.2Aug 2019 (.pdf)Vol. 45 No. 02
Meeting Hospitality Folks 1999Thank you tothose who served this year. Call for help for next year.4Nov 1999 (.pdf)
Meeting Nights Set 1977Future meeting will be held on the second Wednesday of each month.1Mar 1977 (.pdf)
Meeting Reminders 1979September, October, November and December3Sep 1979 (.pdf)
Meetings 1984Meet second Wednesday 10 months of the year. All invited.1Fal 1984 (.pdf)
Memberfship Form 20115Jan 2011 (.pdf)
MemberPlanet 2018Julie MacksoudMember software offering groups multiple services for communication.4Mar 2018 (.pdf)Vol. 44 No. 01
Membership 1977Four new members have been added to our membership drive total of 210 members. Re new now and invite others to join.1Sep 1977 (.pdf)
Membership 1978We have over 200 members this year.1Sep 1978 (.pdf)
Membership 1978Dues are $2.50/person and payable now.1Feb 1978 (.pdf)
Membership 1984Hazel Robinson reports we hace 235 members1Fal 1984 (.pdf)
Membership 1988304 members, including 6 Lifetime members.1Dec 1988 (.pdf)
Membership 1988Current total is 310.2Sep 1988 (.pdf)
Membership 1988Current roster is 306.2Spr 1988 (.pdf)
Membership 1988Bill Csere reminds folks that 1988 dues are now payable. 4 Lifetime mem.1Jan 1988 (.pdf)
Membership 1989Current membership stands at 306 according to Chris Sullivan, Chairperson.3Oct 1989 (.pdf)
Membership 1989Chris Sullivan reports 314 paid members, 20 more unpaid for this year.2Apr 1989 (.pdf)
Membership 1990New members always welcome See Chris Sullivan.3Jul 1990 (.pdf)
Membership 1991For 150th Anniversary keeping rates as follows: individual $5, family $10, 18-month membership for new members.1Spr 1991 (.pdf)
Membership 1992Bill FrisbieContact Bill to join if not already a current member.1Win 1992 (.pdf)
Membership 1993Bill FrisbieReaching out to 1992 members who have not renewed for 1993.4Spr 1993 (.pdf)
Membership 1994Letter seeking members out in November by new chairperson, Sharon Bergman.3Fal 1994 (.pdf)
Membership 1994Newsletter mailing label indicates membership year paid. Please check.3Spr 1994 (.pdf)
Membership 1995Sharon BergmanSolicitation letter to go out shortly.6Fal 1995 (.pdf)
Membership 1997Sharon BergmanMembership roster. Ind.-$10, Family-$20, Lifetime-$250.3Win 1997 (.pdf)
Membership 1999Sharon BergmanMembership pretty constant at about 270 members.4Nov 1999 (.pdf)
Membership 1999Letter seeking members and listing plans for next year.5Oct 1999 (.pdf)
Membership 2001Bob McDougallInvitation to renew membership1Nov 2001 (.pdf)
Membership Application Form 20023Oct 2002 (.pdf)
Membership Drive 1992Please join with us for a challenging and exciting year.1Fal 1992 (.pdf)
Membership Dues 2009Please renew your membership.2Mar 2009 (.pdf)
Membership Dues listing 20103Feb 2010 (.pdf)
Membership Dues Now Payable 19771Mar 1977 (.pdf)
Membership Dues: paid up members listed 20113May 2011 (.pdf)
Membership Form 20126Jan 2012 (.pdf)
Membership Information & Invitation 20013Nov 2001 (.pdf)
Membership List 20057Mar 2005 (.pdf)
Membership Renewal Time 20061Nov 2006 (.pdf)
Membership Roster 1995Life memberships going up to $250 in 1996.3, 4Spr 1995 (.pdf)
Membership Roster 20013Feb 2001 (.pdf)
Membership Roster 20023Jan 2002 (.pdf)
Membership Roster 20034Jan 2003 (.pdf)
Membership Roster 20045Jan 2004 (.pdf)
Membership Roster 20065Feb 2006 (.pdf)
Membership Solicitation 20025Oct 2002 (.pdf)
Membership Solicitation 20033Oct 2003 (.pdf)
Membership, currently paid 20084Feb 2008 (.pdf)
Memorial Book 1992Jack Sneider will replace Harold Krieger as printer of names in Memorial Book.2Win 1992 (.pdf)
Memorial Book Donations 1991Fifteen donations totalling $630 given IMO Oliver D. Gildersleeve.1, 2Sum 1991 (.pdf)
Memorial Day Parade - 50th Anniversary of WWII 1995WWII veterans can get an oxen-drawn wagon ride in this year's parade.5Spr 1995 (.pdf)
Memorial Day Parade 1989Any ideas for our entry in parade?1Apr 1989 (.pdf)
Memorial donations made to House Fund 2002IMO Pat Csere and Mary Gildersleeve.2Oct 2002 (.pdf)
Memorial Fund 1977Please use this opportunity to amass funds for a permanent home in the future. A separate account has been established and donors will receive a proper acknowledgement of each gift.2Sep 1977 (.pdf)
Memorial Fund 1978A donation was made IMO Miss Alice Olson. Keep these gifts coming.1Sep 1978 (.pdf)
Memorial Fund 1978Remember to help grow this fund for a permanent home by making memorial donations.2Feb 1978 (.pdf)
Memorial Fund 1984Donation received IMO Lawrence Merk. Funds to be used for a Society home.1Fal 1984 (.pdf)
Memorial Fund 1988Remember to memorialize loved ones with a gift.2Dec 1988 (.pdf)
Memorial Fund 1990A donation has been made IMO Helen C. Foley.3Jul 1990 (.pdf)
Memorial Fund 1991On March 14, 1977, a Memorial Book was begun as a means to obtain funds for the eventual purchase of a permanent home for our Society. Suggest putting a note with your last wishes to make this option known.1Spr 1991 (.pdf)
Memorial Fund Book 1988Donations are to be used for the purchase or restoration of space for the Society.2Sep 1988 (.pdf)
Memorial Fund Established 1977Funds will be used as donor wishes, but it is hoped that most will be used for a permanent home for the Society.1Mar 1977 (.pdf)
Memorial Gift 1993Charles Woltmann"History of the Defenders of the Philippines, Guam and Wake" IMO husband, Tom, by Norma DeGraff. Also gave a generous check in his memory. Norma made a Life Member in appreciation of her generosity.3Spr 1993 (.pdf)
Memorial listing of recent deaths 20056Mar 2005 (.pdf)
Memorial Trust Fund 1993Reminder that donations may be made to the Society's Memorial Fund.4Spr 1993 (.pdf)
Memories of Paynetown 2008Kathryn Payne HughesExcerpts from her document which could be viewed at the Farms Exhibit at the Museum3,4May 2008 (.pdf)
Meshomesic Forest Video 1995Available at Town Clerk's office and Library for $10 donation to Society.3, 4Spr 1995 (.pdf)
Message From the President 1994Thanks to all working throughout the summer heat.1Fal 1994 (.pdf)
Middlesex Co. Historical Society 2001Wants to borrow Wangunk Indian artifacts for exhibit.2Feb 2001 (.pdf)
Middlesex County Map 1985Awaiting the return of the map from Northeast Document Center. Contributions still needed. Donors names inscribed on the back.1Fal 1985 (.pdf)
Middlesex County Map 1986Hanging in Museum Room - seeking donations for its restoration.1Apr 1986 (.pdf)
Middlesex County Museum Meet-Up 2023The Essex Historical Society hosted a gathering of historical socities and othe historical preservation organizations. Four from PHS attended.4Dec 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 3
Military Display at Museum 20043May 2004 (.pdf)
Miscellany 2005Supple Pond located by John LeShane; Coloring Book by Sue Anderson a success; Doug Goodrich donates a landscape painting to Society; Gildersleeve Shipyard toolbox donated to the Museum;3Nov 2005 (.pdf)
Miscellany 2007Brownstone School 75th Birthday; Wilcox Island; Need barn toys & Noah's Arks for Exhibit; Seeking Home Movies; Inventory storage; Military Exhibit.2Sep 2007 (.pdf)
Monetary Gifts to Museum 2002Recent gifts total $520.2Jan 2002 (.pdf)
Monthly Meetings 19859/11 - Film on Old Saybrook, 10/9 - Potluck Supper, 11/13 - Leather man, 12/11 - Swedish Night1Sum 1985 (.pdf)
More Notes 1995Looking for copies of notes of Charles Neff, ornithologist and collector of Indian artifacts. Location of notes on his arrowhead collection is unknown.4Fal 1995 (.pdf)
Movie 1988Gratitude to Art Warmsley who is editing footage of the bridge construction.2Dec 1988 (.pdf)
Museum 1996Pat CsereA paper doll exhibit by Vivian Dower now in Museum Room at the Library.3Fal 1996 (.pdf)
Museum 2004Museum opening 11/72Nov 2004 (.pdf)
Museum Acquisitions 1992Pat CsereRed Cross volunteer uniforms; 1800'3 photo of old reservoir dam; 1939 & 1942 class photos; 1939,1940,1941 Gypsy yearbooks; 125th Anniversary commemorative bronze medal; antique tools from Gildersleeve Shipyards, kitchen utensils, framed photos of Gildersleeve family & one of quarries.1Win 1992 (.pdf)
Museum Committee 2002Marie KeserDesigning forms for inventory; items in several sites around town.1Jan 2002 (.pdf)
Museum Committee Update 2024Bob McDougallReumed monthly meetings; goal to inventory all assets by 12/31/20251May 2024 (.pdf)Vol. 50 No. 01
Museum Director 2004Bob McDougallRequest for Gildersleeve images from Long Island Historical Society; history channel will use photos re NY brownstones; inventory nearly up to date; articles from Portland Citizen by William VanBeynum being retyped as well as other publications.2Nov 2004 (.pdf)
Museum Display 1993Vivian DowerLooking for handmade things from the past.3Spr 1993 (.pdf)
Museum Display 1997To display a series of pictures showing Main Street through the years2Win 1997 (.pdf)
Museum Docents 2005Mary Ann DolanUnexpected visit by grandniece of Ruth Callander, Wendy Whicher.4Mar 2005 (.pdf)
Museum Donations 2003Many donations since Museum opening5Oct 2003 (.pdf)
Museum Exhibit - Exploring Ruth's Attic 2015Museum CommitteeThe museum exhibit for the next two years. Goals to reorganize , improve record keeping, research programs to present to the public.3Mar 2015 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
Museum News 1986Using many quarry tools donated recently - Museum Room to exhibit them.1Apr 1986 (.pdf)
Museum News 2005Merrie Mixers Square Dance Club; Mary Lewis' 45 year teaching career; celebrating Winter; rocks & minersla donated by Mark Mitchell.4Mar 2005 (.pdf)
Museum News 2016Third Graders presented 150th Anniversary quilt to Deborah Ellsworth at the Museum. It was made 25 years ago by then Third Grade students.3Jul 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 03
Museum News and Upcoming Events 2024May 28 Members' Meeting re new Bylaws; June 8 Quarry Celebration Day;June 15 Juneteenth Program at Middle School1May 2024 (.pdf)Vol. 50 No. 01
Museum Room 1984Open Thursday afternoons. Come see exhibits, donate historical items.1Fal 1984 (.pdf)
Museum Room 1985Volunteers needed to monitor the room when open.1Sum 1985 (.pdf)
Museum Room 1988Toys of Yesteryear features many of Vivian Dower's dolls plus books & toys.2Dec 1988 (.pdf)
Museum Room 1988Need new folks to monitor this space when it is open to the public.2Sep 1988 (.pdf)
Museum Room 1988Lynn Gildersleeve brought her Brownie Troop to visit as they were doing badge work on the History of Portland. Visitors have increased this year.2Spr 1988 (.pdf)
Museum Room 1988Pat Csere needs a mannequin to display period clothing.1Jan 1988 (.pdf)
Museum Room 1989Current display is on local Indians and their culture.2Oct 1989 (.pdf)
Museum Room 1989Listing of items that can be seen in the Museum Room2Oct 1989 (.pdf)
Museum Room 1989A recent acquisition is a black silk mourning bonnet from 1830 being displayed with other child and adult clothing; Helen Hanson placing bookplates in books to acknowledge the donor; received cookbooks from local churches and organizations, including a1916 Methodist Church book.2Apr 1989 (.pdf)
Museum Room 1990Display of hats - Buster Brown hat worn by E.I. Bell in D.C. for Teddy Roosevelt's inauguration;received a collection of 50 photos of Arrigoni bridge construction from Walter Olsen of Haddam; Portland school records from 1839 given to Society; lady mannequin donated (repairs by Walt Dower). Seeking a picture of old Freestone School to complete set of town schools.2Jul 1990 (.pdf)
Museum Room 1991Exhibit being prepared of old-time Main Street with memorabilia.1, 2Sum 1991 (.pdf)
Museum Room 1993Pat CsereOpen Tuesdays from 2 - 4 or by appointment2Fal 1993 (.pdf)
Museum Room 1993Pat CsereNeed volunteer docents. Donations of memorabilia always welcome.3Spr 1993 (.pdf)
Museum Room 1994Pat CsereNew hours for room at Library - Saturday mornings from 10-Noon. Pickaxes from Middlesex Avenue houses donated. The fall display celebrates school days in Portland. Education Committee Needed - to plan visits of school children to the museum.2Fal 1994 (.pdf)
Museum Room 1995Pat CsereRecent donation by Emmi Mayr - 1880 birdseye view map of Portland. Elsie Hale donated several framed water scenes of the tobacco industry done by H.I. Barbour, a WPA artist in the 1930's.2Fal 1995 (.pdf)
Museum Room 1999Pat CserePortland Library room open on Saturdays. Often memorabilia dropped off at that time.2Nov 1999 (.pdf)
Museum Room Removal 2001Packing up artifacts stored at Portland Library to transfer to Mueum.2Sep 2001 (.pdf)
Museum Updates 2021Museum was washed and paint touched up; new front door, replica of original 1714 home, was installed; badly worn sign replicated by Mike Colla of sturdy, modern materials.3Nov 2021 (.pdf)Vol. 47 No. 03
Museum Wish List 1997Electric typewriter or word processor, small copy machine.2Win 1997 (.pdf)
National Historic Preservation Week 1988May 8-14 proclamation issued by President Ronald Reagan. In 1987 Governor O'Neill signed legislation mandating each town to appoint a Municipal Historian - in Portland that is the President of the Portland Historical Society.1Spr 1988 (.pdf)
Need Computers to do Inventory 20035Oct 2003 (.pdf)
Need Refreshments 1985Call Lucy Bartolotta to volunteer.1Sum 1985 (.pdf)
Need Ways and Means Committee 1985Please volunteer1Fal 1985 (.pdf)
New Acquisition 2012Wal and Hedy Jarvis have donated an antique Penfield Farm wagon to PHS.4Sep 2012 (.pdf)
New Anniversary Products Available Now 20163Jul 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 03
New Fund-raising Project 1986Carolyn Robinson Johnson doing sketches of historic scenes to be used on notes, placemats, etc.2Sum 1986 (.pdf)
New Hartford Historical Soc. 2001Sponsoring a House & Garden Tour4Feb 2001 (.pdf)
New items for sale 20086Sep 2008 (.pdf)
New Members of the Executive Board 2025Babs and George Scheer, Directors; Linda Cunningham, Finance Board8Mar 2025 (.pdf)Vol. 51 No. 01
New Product 2023Munkittrick's book, Historic Houses of the Connecticut River Valley, available from Callander Cupboard.3Oct 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 2
New Products in the Ruth Callander Cupboard 2022New cutting board with the Town Seal available.7Jul 2022 (.pdf)Vol. 48 No. 02
New Society Officers 2024David O'Brien, Treasurer; Linda Prelli, Recording Secretary8Nov 2024 (.pdf)Vol. 50 No. 02
New Society President 1993Eleanor Crowther, Vice President, will assume the presidency until annual meeting in November.1Fal 1993 (.pdf)
News & Notes 1980We need to be actively concerned about Indian Hill Avenue and the Indian Burial Grounds. Proposed development of the area may destroy these.1Feb 1980 (.pdf)
News & Notes 1985Meetings well attended. Rick & Lynn Gildersleeve, Chairpersons. Pat & Bill Csere oversee the Museum Room/Exhibits anad are always seeking donations and volunteers to monitor the room when it is open.1Fal 1985 (.pdf)
News 1983Voted to have 10 meetings per year, with none in July & August. Meetings at Portland Library on second Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. Dues are $3/year. Calendar for 1984 in honor of Firemen's 100th Anniversary. 1991 is Town's 150th Anniversary so we'll plan something for that.Al Leshane will put our inventory on a computer and Art Warmsley will make vodeos of places and events for future reference. Bill and Pat Csere are working with Mrs. Flood, Library Director, to find space for us to exhibit artifacts in the library.1Aug 1983 (.pdf)
Next Meeting 12/11 1985Program on Sweden.2Fal 1985 (.pdf)
Next Meeting 19799/12, cranberry bog. Judith Bothwell will present a program on its educational use, work done and ongoing and plans to improve the area.1Sep 1979 (.pdf)
Next Meeting 19802/13 - Connecticut River Mariners at Community Center on Lower Main Street.. Presentor will be ????Milkofsky, Director of the Connecticut River Foundation.1Feb 1980 (.pdf)
Next Meeting 1982At Methodist Church for a program built around the restoration of thrie pipe organ1May 1982 (.pdf)
Next Meeting 2/14 1979Program by David Finkelstein, a collector of old toys. He will appraise your old toys.1Feb 1979 (.pdf)
Nominating Committee 1999Robert McDougall, Pres., Donald Kelsey, VP, Rith Freeburg, Sec., Charles Woltmann, Treas., Regina Woltmann, Board 1999-20021Nov 1999 (.pdf)
Nominating Committee 2000Needs to be created at September meeting. Any volunteers?2Sep 2000 (.pdf)
Nomination Form for VanBeynum Award 20105Feb 2010 (.pdf)
Not One, But Two Windows Into the Past 2014Doris Sherrow-HeidenisCites an article from the Dec. 31, 1901 Hartford Courant found and donated to the Middlesex County Historical Society by 2 granddaughters of Seth Overton. A Negro girl named Mina (age 11) was indentured to Seth Overton on February 25, 1795 to remain so until her 21st birthday.3Mar 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 01
Note From Glastonbury 1991Seeking family information for 300th Anniversary. If you have ancestral roots in Glastonbury contact them.1, 2Sum 1991 (.pdf)
Note from the President 2023Julie MacksoudPlease renew your membership.4Dec 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 3
Note from the President 2023Julie MacksoudRecap of last year.2Mar 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 1
Notes 1981Fuel oil at $1.18 /gallon. Coming sonn, a Stationary Engine Exhibition in town. 1Jan 1981 (.pdf)
Notes 1995Everett Berndtson is investigating the rebuilding of the Brownstone sling (arch). He is a wheel-wright and wagon maker - needs his professional attention after less than ideal repairs; 1996 Heritage Calendar out in November - pictures of early businesses, sports teams, buildings being remodeled.2, 3Fal 1995 (.pdf)
Notes 2003Holiday Open House; searching for painter for Museum; Middlesex Hospital celebrates 100th Anniversary this year has major Portland connection.4Oct 2003 (.pdf)
Notes 2003Thank yous, needs, display cases added, house signs contact info., need photos re teen workers for tobacco exhibit.2Jan 2003 (.pdf)
Notes 2004Callander House maintenance - exhibit lights added, garage painting, museum door painted, non-slip strips added to ramp.2Nov 2004 (.pdf)
Notes 20042005 Calendar features pictures from 1896;40 postcard magnets available; several requests re historic sites; benefit from Yankee magazine subscript.2Sep 2004 (.pdf)
Notes 2004Magnets popular; painters busy at Museum; newest members5May 2004 (.pdf)
Notes 2004Exhibit of school students projects re Indian Village; YE fiscal statement; Charter Painting & Restoration Co. to paint Museum in spring; plans for 8th Tag Sale; Doris Sherrow adds Walking Tour of Indian Hill Avenue to our website; working on inventory (Joan Hughes, Marie Keser), need a computer.4Jan 2004 (.pdf)
Notes 2005Budget for 2006; Yankee magazine fund raiser; Museum maintenance; Fair Exhibit of PHS yearbooks from 1895 - 1972.2Nov 2005 (.pdf)
Notes 2005"Images of Portland" by Bob McDougall selling well; Sue Anderson creating a coloring book re Portland history; seeking male mannequin; painting of Great Hill Lake donated; Town-Wide Tag Sale 5/14.2Mar 2005 (.pdf)
Notes 2006Photo of George Wilcox house, Wilcox Rd.before it burned; Wedding dresses at Museum; Wheatley Theme-regarding early CT settlement, relations to the Indians and family traveling to Ohio; Doll houses to be holiday exhibit.2Sep 2006 (.pdf)
Notes 2006How to help with Tag Sale; artist, Mays, seeking Info re Bush Shipyard; Civil War raincoat to be exhibited; Callander House Cupboard.4Feb 2006 (.pdf)
Notes 2007Seeking recipes for cookbook; seeking help to preserve Brownstone Arch; recalling a little girl at 3 Indian Hill Avenue (Betty).3May 2007 (.pdf)
Notes 2007Maintenance at Museum - underground oil tank removed & porch storm/screen windows, garage painted; mannequins donated; diary of C.N. Murray donated; member attends docent symposium in Middletown.3Feb 2007 (.pdf)
Notes 2008Upcoming fund raiser -Spring Tea; Museum gets new furnace2Nov 2008 (.pdf)
Notes 2008Information on the Schooner Frank Brainerd, not built in Portland, but carried Portland brownstone for a number of years.2Sep 2008 (.pdf)
Notes 2008Farm Exhibit opens; Portland Photos by Jerry Dougherty; Cromwell Holds a Ball; Letters to Harry from Prudence and T.J. Palmer.7Feb 2008 (.pdf)
Notes 2009Historic Houses to be Demolished -Brainerd, Hart/Jarvis, Sage houses2Jun 2009 (.pdf)
Notes 2009Need PHS yearbooks, new hand-crafted pen holders, exhibits6Mar 2009 (.pdf)
Notes From the President 2000Bob McDougallPRIDE organized to revitalize business district; working with National Park Service to make a plan for public utilization of the quarries; Fair back this October; many events planned for this year - join us!!1Feb 2000 (.pdf)
Notes of Interest 1986Gildersleeve School originally had both elementary and high school classes. It was built in 1876 and was the FIRST PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL conducted in any town in Connecticut. It was destroyed by fire in 1889. Classes then held in Old Town Hall at the corner of Bartlett & High streets. Classes resumed until 1899 when classes transferred to Central School. Originally the town was divided into districts with the first school in the Rose Hill District - Rose Hill School, closed in 1936, the last country school in Portland.2Sum 1986 (.pdf)
Notes: Donations to the Museum 2002Several items recently donated: Newbridge Dairy display case, stone garden bench for garden area, Whitby Market 1913 calendar. J. Bransfield, Grocer brown bottle.2Oct 2002 (.pdf)
Notes…. Society Happenings 2011Awards presented at Annual Meeting, Trustees Board formed in 2010 with By-laws update, new Collections Board was seated.2Mar 2011 (.pdf)
Notes…Precious Pieces of Portland 2011Third Graders created a post card, stamp or coin of their favorite part of Portland; Costume Jewelry Donations & Future Sale Plans - accepting vintage pieces for a future sale.2Jan 2011 (.pdf)
Noyes School of Rhythm Camp 1991The camp opened on two old farms on Penfield Hill Road in 1919 and has been open every summer since. Several members attended a performance and tour of two antique houses & schoolhouse.4Fal 1991 (.pdf)
Of Interest 1977Members are invited to join the CT League of Historical Societies ($5/year).2Sep 1977 (.pdf)
Office Space Referendum 1995Jim SarbaughDetails of $2,950,000 referendum up for vote.5Fal 1995 (.pdf)
Officers 1988Looking for new Treasurer and Membership Chairman. Contact Rick.2Sep 1988 (.pdf)
Officers 1991George V. Johnson, Jr., President1Fal 1991 (.pdf)
Officers 1991George V. Johnson, Jr., President1, 2Sum 1991 (.pdf)
Officers 1991George V. Johnson, Jr., President1Spr 1991 (.pdf)
Officers 1992George V. Johnson, Jr., President1Win 1992 (.pdf)
Officers 1993George V. Johnson Jr., President1Fal 1993 (.pdf)
Officers 1993George V. Johnson, Jr.1Spr 1993 (.pdf)
Officers 1994Eleanor Crowther, President1Fal 1994 (.pdf)
Officers 1994Eleanor Crowther. PHS celebrating its 30th anniversary.1Spr 1994 (.pdf)
Officers 1995Eleanor Crowther, President1Fal 1995 (.pdf)
Officers 1995President, Eleanor Crowther1Spr 1995 (.pdf)
Officers 19964Fal 1996 (.pdf)
Officers and Committees 1978Officers for 1977-1978 are: President - Pat Aresco, VP - Harold Krieger, Sec. - Rebecca Robinson, Treas. - Robert Johnson. Chairs: Membership- Audrey Scheer; Ways & Means -Martha Johnson; Program - Ruth Hale; Historic Sites - Phyllis Greene; Oral History - John Conklin.1Feb 1978 (.pdf)
Officers for 1979 1979President - Harold Krieger, VP - Ray Robinson, Sec. - Lucille Cramer Treas. - Robert Johnson. Lucille Cramer chosen chairperson of Board of Directors, the governing body of the Society.1Feb 1979 (.pdf)
Officers for 1980 1980President - Harold Krieger, VP - Ray Robinson, Sec. - Lucille Cramer Treas. - Martha Johnson2Feb 1980 (.pdf)
Officers for 1981President - Raymond Robinson, VP - Harold Krieger, Secretary - Lucille Cramer, Treasurer - Martha Johnson; Directors: William McBrien, Harold Ferguson, William Fine.2Jan 1981 (.pdf)
Officers Reelected 1985Pres - Dorothy Robinson, Francis Sullivan, VP, Martha Johnson, Treas., Regina Woltmann, Sec. Ray Robinson, William King and Bill Csere, Directors.1Fal 1985 (.pdf)
Old Map Reproduction 1977Two maps for framing are now available at $2.50 each: one shows early town divisions of CT; the other shows the location of Indian tribes.2Mar 1977 (.pdf)
Oliver Gildersleeve 2004Grandson of Sylvester Gildersleeve who combined several yards into S. Gildersleeve & Sons in 1820-30. Worked 51 years at the shipyard.5Nov 2004 (.pdf)
Open House Tour 2007Sue AndersonFundraiser added $6200 to the Society's Treasury; 362 tickets sold2Feb 2007 (.pdf)
Open House Tour Thank You 2006Sue Anderson2Nov 2006 (.pdf)
Oral History 1978John Conklin and Harold Krieger interviewed Ed and Ruth Bergeson of 14 William Street to add to our collection.2Sep 1978 (.pdf)
Oral History 1978Several tapes made recently; Atty. And Mrs. David Carlson, Harold Ferguson, Mrs. Algot Johnson. A list of others has been compiled.2Feb 1978 (.pdf)
Oral History 1984Paul Bartolotta new chairman of this committee.1Fal 1984 (.pdf)
Oral History 1994Encourage family members to tape stories from their parents or grandparents for future generations to enjoy.3Spr 1994 (.pdf)
Order form for calendars 20024Oct 2002 (.pdf)
Our Next Meeting 19789/13 at Zion Lutheran Church, David Finkelstein presents a program on old toys. Want to do a discussion on the Arrigoni Bridge on its 40th anniversary.1Sep 1978 (.pdf)
Outgoing President's Report 2024Julie MacksoudStart of 50th Anniversary year; display of Stancliff paintings at the Library; working with community partners; over 2,425 volunteer hours5May 2024 (.pdf)Vol. 50 No. 01
Painting of Hart/Jarvis House Found in Las Vegas, Nevada 20141940 painting by Charles Stepule, born in Wallingford, CT. It is part of "Elmcrest Manor."4Mar 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 01
Passing on Portland's History to the Next Generation 2019Program hosting third graders from Gildersleeve School to learn about and experience the history of Portland.3Nov 2019 (.pdf)Vol. 45 No. 03
Pastel drawing of 305 Old Marlborough Tpke. 20134Mar 2013 (.pdf)
Pelton-Kelsey-Strickland Album Quilt 2014Quilt top was made in 1847 by Louisa Lydia Strickland Pelton. Bethia Kelsey Robinson Washburn, her great-great-grandaughter, turned it into a quilt. It was signed by many friends, thus an "album" quilt. To be gifted to PHS.1Jun 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 02
Perennial Garden 2000Created by Portland Garden Club in honor of Betty Keser Scott.2Sep 2000 (.pdf)
Photo Identified from November Newsletter 2015Bob Jackson provided names for Third Graders at Central School in 1939-40.6Mar 2015 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
Photo of Gildersleeves at program 20042Nov 2004 (.pdf)
Photo Study 1998Jennifer Bergman, majoring in photography, will record the transformation of the Callander house into a museum.2Win 1998 (.pdf)
PHS 2000` 2000Bob McDougallNew pamphlet for Fair with Town & Society history, purpose and membership information.2Sep 2000 (.pdf)
PHS Annual Report 19991Nov 1999 (.pdf)
PHS Calendar 2019Festival of Wreaths and Annual Meeting dates6Nov 2019 (.pdf)Vol. 45 No. 03
Picnic 1988Exchange picnic with Chatham Historical Society had 61 in attendance.1Sep 1988 (.pdf)
Picnic 2009Members Appreciation Picnic -6/23 at Waverly Center2Jun 2009 (.pdf)
Picture of Betty Keser Scott Garden 2012Created by garden club on Museum grounds1Sep 2012 (.pdf)
Picture of Central School Classroom 19792Sep 1979 (.pdf)
Picture of presentation of grant to Judy and John Harper for restoration of historic barn 20112Sep 2011 (.pdf)
Picture of the 1919 Fair 2012Martha McCabeIt shows the oxen lot where the Brownstone Intermediate School now stands. The men are in suits and the ladies in hats and fine long dresses.5Dec 2012 (.pdf)
Picture of Third Graders visiting 20061May 2006 (.pdf)
Pictures of 2011 Tag Sale at Museum 20121Mar 2012 (.pdf)
Pictures of the interior and the razing of 5 Lower Main Street 20126Dec 2012 (.pdf)
Plan a Tag Sale 20053Mar 2005 (.pdf)
Plan A Tag Sale 201014th Annual Town-Wide Tag Sale on May 8th. Outlines the work done to provide this event.1Mar 2010 (.pdf)
Plan A Tag Sale 20111Mar 2011 (.pdf)
Plan A Tag Sale 2011Form for home sales3Mar 2011 (.pdf)
Plan A Tag Sale 2012Form to fill out for home sales.2Mar 2012 (.pdf)
Plan A Tag Sale 2013Form to submit for a sale.3Mar 2013 (.pdf)
Plan A Tag Sale 2014Form to reserve a spot7Mar 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 01
Plan A Tag Sale 2015Form to reserve a space for your sale7Mar 2015 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
Plan A Tag Sale 2016Form to put a sale spot on the map3Mar 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 02
Plan A Tag Sale 20173Mar 2017 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
Plan A Tag Sale 2018Form to register to have a sale.5Mar 2018 (.pdf)Vol. 44 No. 01
Plan A Tag Sale 2022Instructions for registering3Mar 2022 (.pdf)Vol. 48 No. 01
Plan A Tag Sale 2023Registration for home sales now available.3Mar 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 1
Plan A Tag Sale 2025Form to obtain a site on the map.7Mar 2025 (.pdf)Vol. 51 No. 01
Plan a Tag Sale Form 20023Mar 2002 (.pdf)
Plan A Tag Sale Registration Form 20213Jul 2021 (.pdf)Vol. 47 No. 02
Planning for the Future 2012Bob McDougallHow the Society has grown in 40 years. Held workshops with John Monroe, the result of which is setting goals that the Trustees will shape into a 5-year plan.1Mar 2012 (.pdf)
Portland Brownstones Baseball Team photos 2010Ed Wilcox, baseball historianPortland had a team in the Middlesex County League by 1919, probably into the 1950's. Players were semi-pro, receiving money for each game. They finished second in 1920 and then 3 consecutive championships from 1921-23.4Oct 2010 (.pdf)
Portland Fair Exhibit 2013River Crossings1Nov 2013 (.pdf)Vol. 40 No. 02
Portland Farm List 2008Listing of owners of farms.5Sep 2008 (.pdf)
Portland Farm Map 2008Map showing the locations of Portland's farms4Sep 2008 (.pdf)
Portland Heritage Calendar 2011Gone but not forgotten…homes from Portland's past6Jan 2011 (.pdf)
Portland Historical Society Calendar 2018Upcoming events; Festival of Wreaths and Train Display dates6Nov 2018 (.pdf)Vol. 44 No. 03
Portland Historical Society Committees 1978Program, Library, Museum, Historic Sites, Membership, Ways & Means, Oral History and Historian2Nov 1978 (.pdf)
Portland Historical Society Events 20176Nov 2017 (.pdf)Vol. 43 No. 03
Portland Historical Society Events 20184Sep 2018 (.pdf)Vol. 44 No. 02
Portland Historical Society Events 2018Hearth Cookinh; Identifying Old Photos program; tag sale; Museum Open House6Mar 2018 (.pdf)Vol. 44 No. 01
Portland History 2007Thomas R. Pickering, inventor of the Pickering Governor for steam engines4Feb 2007 (.pdf)
Portland History 2008The U.S. Ship, Connecticut, built at Stevenson's Wharf; contracted for by General Seth Overton, early owner of Callander house.3Nov 2008 (.pdf)
Portland History 2008Where did all the farms go?; first street lights in town 1891; Seth Overton mystery -relative remembers portrait on wall at a house in Portland - asking help to identify the house; mystery scarf donation.3Sep 2008 (.pdf)
Portland House Tour 1991Rick Gildersleeve11/17, 7 Portland houses on the tour, about 40 docents required.1Fal 1991 (.pdf)
Portland items added to Redding HS 1980Items taken from saltbox house in Gay City Park seem to have Portland connections: Caroline Shepherd's school exercises book 1826-27; two similar books of Amy Bushnell Shepherd 1835; day-book of Franklin Pratt 1857; several notebooks "Zjournal to Winchesters New Method of Teaching Bookkeeping by single entry 1855 owned by Franklin Pratt of Portland.2Feb 1980 (.pdf)
Portland Local Recalls The Hartford Circus Fire 2024George Gilbert, III Memories recalled by Wayne (Duffy) Duff. He and his mother went to the Circus that day2May 2024 (.pdf)Vol. 50 No. 01
Portland Recipes and Reflections 2007New cookbook with 200 recipes dedicated to the late Pat Ellsworth Csere.3Sep 2007 (.pdf)
Portland Tour 1985Will plan another if enough interest.1Sum 1985 (.pdf)
Portland Transmission 2018George M. Gilbert IIIBusiness on Silver Street owned by Doug and Donn Ethridge1Nov 2018 (.pdf)Vol. 44 No. 03
Portland Veterans 2003Portland veterans, ethnic immigration in Portland, local cemeteries.5Oct 2003 (.pdf)
Portland's 175th Anniversary 20161Jul 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 03
Portland's 175th Anniversary 2016Many activities being planned1Mar 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 02
Portland's Heritage Walk 1994Bob McDougallBegins and ends at Dunkin' Donuts. It traverses Main Street to Indian Hill Avenue, High Street and East Main Street. The Volkssport Society promotes family-style non-competitive recreation with historic or environmental sites of interest.1Spr 1994 (.pdf)
Portland's History Detectives Presents: 706 Glastonbury Turnpike - The Indian Head Filling Station & Tourist Cabins 2024Julie MacksoudIn the 1920s and 1930s tourist cabins were prevalent throughout New England, often with a filling station and eatery nearby. As interstae highways were created these types of facilities turned into motels with more amenities desired by travelers. After 1937 there is no mention of the cabins, only a series of service stations, the last of which was Waldo's Service Station.6Nov 2024 (.pdf)Vol. 50 No. 02
Post Card Survey Results 197927 members responded as to getting involved in committee work.1Feb 1979 (.pdf)
Poster & ticket info for Fashion Show 20113Sep 2011 (.pdf)
Poster and Order Form for Secret Garden Tour 20103May 2010 (.pdf)
Potential Programs 20035Oct 2003 (.pdf)
Potluck last October at Zion Church 1985Four past presidents attended: Herb Ellsworth, Pat Aresco, Harold Krieger and Ray Robinson.2Fal 1985 (.pdf)
Precious Pieces of Portland 2012Third Graders created a stamp of their most important historical item visited on tours around town2Dec 2012 (.pdf)
Precious Pieces of Portland 2012Third Graders show off their coin designs after touring Portland.7Jan 2012 (.pdf)
Precious Pieces of Portland 2013Annette LeShane's first place winner's drawing of Meshomesic Forest1Nov 2013 (.pdf)Vol. 40 No. 02
Precious Pieces of Portland 2013Third Graders from Gildersleeve School show winning drawings2Nov 2013 (.pdf)Vol. 40 No. 02
Precious Pieces of Portland 2014Third Grade classes tour the Museum and create a drawing and short essay about an historically significant item or place after touring the town by bus.4Nov 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 03
Preservation 1989Town Hall preservation has been discussed; it is on the State Historic Register and the Society is applying for National Register status.2Apr 1989 (.pdf)
Preserving the Original Gildersleeve Store 2021Recently given to PHS by the Harold Larson family on whose property at 572 Main Street it is presently located. Restoration Carpentry has been hired to perform an historical survey of the building in the hopes of koving it piece by piece to the Museum property at 492 Main Street.5May 2021 (.pdf)Vol. 47 No. 01
President 1985Dorothy Robinson2Fal 1985 (.pdf)
President 1986Dorothy K Robinson2Sum 1986 (.pdf)
President 1986Dorothy K Robinson2Apr 1986 (.pdf)
President 1988Rick Gildersleeve2Sep 1988 (.pdf)
President 1988Rick Gildersleeve2Spr 1988 (.pdf)
President 1988Rick Gildersleeve1Jan 1988 (.pdf)
President 1989Rick Gildersleeve2Apr 1989 (.pdf)
President 1990Rick Gildersleeve3Jul 1990 (.pdf)
President's Corner 1978Thanks for support during the last two years. Several projects important have been started.2Sep 1978 (.pdf)
President's Corner 1984Thanks to all for hard wwork, attended workshops learning how to care for our possessions, enjoyed horse and buggy ride in Firemen's 100th Anniversary Parade.2Fal 1984 (.pdf)
President's Letter 2006Martha LuteckiBrownstone Festival; Portland Fair; Tour of Homes; 2007 Calendar1Nov 2006 (.pdf)
President's Letter 2006Martha LuteckiBrownstone Quorum Festival; Portland Fair; House Tour; 2007 Calendar; Museum Exhibit (Wedfding Fashions through the Ages); Programs; Nominating Committee1Sep 2006 (.pdf)
President's Letter 2007Martha LuteckiBrownstone Festival; Growing Up In Portland; Portland Fair; Bartlett Hill Presentation; Annual Meeting November 13.1Nov 2007 (.pdf)
President's Letter 2007Martha LuteckiTag Sales; Cookbook; Military Exhibit; Potluck Picnic; New Members1May 2007 (.pdf)
President's Letter 2007Martha LuteckiInvitation to join active committees; pictures of Christmas exhibit1Feb 2007 (.pdf)
President's Letter 2008Martha LuteckiPast and future planned events; renew membership; By-law revisions1Nov 2008 (.pdf)
President's Letter 2008Martha LuteckiPast and future planned events.1Sep 2008 (.pdf)
President's Letter 2008Martha LuteckiTag Sale; Farm Exhibit; Programs; Bylaws Revision; Potluck Picnic1May 2008 (.pdf)
President's Letter 2008Martha LuteckiExhibits; Elections; Upcoming Activities; BQ Festival; 1Feb 2008 (.pdf)
President's Letter 2009Claire FrisbiePast and future planned events1Jun 2009 (.pdf)
President's Letter 2009Claire FrisbiePast and future planned events3Mar 2009 (.pdf)
President's Letter 2011Deborah Ellsworth1Sep 2011 (.pdf)
President's Letter 2011Deborah EllsworthPicture from tag sale bake sale: Fran DiNatale, Ruth Olson, Ruth Freeburg1May 2011 (.pdf)
President's Letter 2012Deborah Ellsworth1Dec 2012 (.pdf)
President's Letter 2012Deborah Ellsworth1Sep 2012 (.pdf)
President's Letter 2012Deborah Ellsworth1Jun 2012 (.pdf)
President's Letter 2012Deborah Ellsworth4Jan 2012 (.pdf)
President's Letter 2013Deborah EllsworthRecap of the year's activities.1Nov 2013 (.pdf)Vol. 40 No. 02
President's Letter 2014Martha LuteckiDeb Ellsworth finished term as President. New Corresponding Secretary, Shelli Lynn Nolan. Changing format to 4 programs per year, not monthly.1Mar 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 01
President's Letter 2015Martha LuteckiRecap of past and future events1Mar 2015 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
President's Letter 2016Martha LuteckiPicture of Peterson tank wagon featured in 175th Anniversary parade1Nov 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 04
President's Letter 2016Martha Lutecki1Jan 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
President's Letter 2018George M. Gilbert IIIAnnual Meeting awards; thanks to all for work on 175th Anniversary; new director, Amy Knous; outgoing director, Eileen Marino. Program by Mary Dickerson - The Irish and the Portland Brownstone Quarries1Mar 2018 (.pdf)Vol. 44 No. 01
President's Letter 2021Julie MacksoudFinding ways to engage with the public during Covid pandemic; Linda Cunningham returns to the Board as Corresponding Secretary; Doris Sherrow-Heidenis to transcribe handwritten documents acquired from Gildersleeve & Sons invoices and letters.2Nov 2021 (.pdf)Vol. 47 No. 03
President's Letter 2022Julie MacksoudMuseum reopening after Covid. Cemetery tours conducted by Bob McDougall in October. Lions Club presents a copy of their 1950 club charter to PHS.3Nov 2022 (.pdf)Vol. 48 No. 03
President's Letter 2022Julie MacksoudThree new Board memberts: Debra Freitag, Frank Winiski, Susan Bransfield. On May 20th refurbished "Welcome to Portland" sign was unveiled.1Jul 2022 (.pdf)Vol. 48 No. 02
President's Message 2002Bob McDougallNeed volunteers to ready the Museum for June opening.1Jan 2002 (.pdf)
President's Message 2003Regina Woltmannpast Tag Sale, future Grand Opening of Museum, booth at Fair, 2004 Calendar; pictures of: 4 generations of Gildersleeves; Fair booth. Question re Old Marlborough Tpke. having former name Old Stagecoach Road- Town Clerk says probably as there was a toll house @ corner of Goodrich Lane.1, 2Oct 2003 (.pdf)
President's Message 2004Regina Woltmann1Nov 2004 (.pdf)
President's Message 2004Regina WoltmannBob McDougall has completed a pictorial history of Portland, available soon ; museum openings, exhibits, historic magnets a big seller.1Sep 2004 (.pdf)
President's Message 2004Regina WoltmannAbout to celebrate 1st Anniversary of Museum opening; tasks of Board and Committee members; 1st year accomplishments at Museum.1, 2May 2004 (.pdf)
President's Message 2004Regina WoltmannThe founding of the Society; it's accomplishments of the past 30 years; antique (1840) rocking horse donated by Jane and Myron Foster.1Jan 2004 (.pdf)
President's Message 2010Sue Anderson1Oct 2010 (.pdf)
President's Message 2011Sue Anderson1Jan 2011 (.pdf)
President's Message 2021Julie MacksoudJulie's first year as President.3May 2021 (.pdf)Vol. 47 No. 01
President's Report 1999Chris SullivanThanks to volunteer helpers preparing the Museum for opening & others.1Nov 1999 (.pdf)
President's Report 2003Regina WoltmannPrep for Grand Opening of Museum on June 6, 7, & 8; thanks to many.2Apr 2003 (.pdf)
President's Report 2005Regina WoltmannSeeking volunteers to assist with programs.1Mar 2005 (.pdf)
President's Report 2006Martha LuteckiTag Sale; Tour of Homes; Wedding Exhibit; special Open House on 6/10.1May 2006 (.pdf)
President's Report 2006Martha LuteckiPicture of 2005 Holiday Exhibit at Museumj1Feb 2006 (.pdf)
President's Report 2007Martha LuteckiBrownstone Festival; Monthly Open Houses; Portland Fair (volunteers needed); Cookbook Fundrauser; Monthly Meetings1Sep 2007 (.pdf)
President's Report 2014Martha LuteckiRCH named to National Register of Historic Places; VanBeynum Awards given to Jim McCabe and The Brownstone Quorum; quilt donated by Bethia Kelsey Washburn and the Pelton, Kelsey and Strickland families; we celebrate the 300th birthday of the Callander house2Nov 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 03
President's Report 2014Martha LuteckiThanks to all for a successful tag sale day; come see the Pelton quilt at the open house on June 14; ice cream social on June 24.2Jun 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 02
President's Report 2023Julie MacksoudRecap of our first 50 years.2Oct 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 2
Products for Holiday Shopping 2022Books, bells, cutting boards, and pottery available as gifts.2Nov 2022 (.pdf)Vol. 48 No. 03
Products from Callander Cupboard 2023Will be available at Festival of Wreaths2Dec 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 3
Program 1977September - history of railroading; October - Indian lore and artifacts; November - Annual Meeting and first showing of slides by Al LeShane.1Sep 1977 (.pdf)
Program 1981February 11 "Journal of the Indian" presented by Mr. Neff of Portland2Jan 1981 (.pdf)
Program Notes 1977John Dillon shared his collection of quarry memorabilia and spoke of the lives led by the workers. Mrs Robinson shared her collection of resources for genealogy research.1Mar 1977 (.pdf)
Program Schedule 20044Sep 2004 (.pdf)
Programs - H-E-L-P 1997Soliciting ideas for programs in the fall.4Win 1997 (.pdf)
Programs & Officers 2000Regina Woltmann4Feb 2000 (.pdf)
Programs 1978In March, Everett Berndtson did a program on carriage restoration. In April, Walter Olson, Jr. of Haddam Neck presented a program of the casting of bells at Bevin Bros. In May 2 m3n from Middletown gave us a talk on the art of bottle collecting.1Sep 1978 (.pdf)
Programs 1988The training of dogs to herd sheep, potluck dinner and installation.1Sep 1988 (.pdf)
Programs 1988Harold & Mandy Krieger, Chairpersons.1Jan 1988 (.pdf)
Programs 1993Regina WoltmannApril and May at the Library.3Spr 1993 (.pdf)
Programs 1994Regina WoltmannMarch and April events4Spr 1994 (.pdf)
Programs 1999Regina WoltmannA great year of pregrams planned for 2000.4Nov 1999 (.pdf)
Programs 2000ReginaWoltmann4Sep 2000 (.pdf)
Programs 2001Regina WoltmannAlso, now have an e-mail address and web site thanks to Bob McDougall.4Nov 2001 (.pdf)
Programs 20012Sep 2001 (.pdf)
Programs 2001Regina Woltman4Feb 2001 (.pdf)
Programs 2002Regina Woltman4Mar 2002 (.pdf)
Programs 2002Regina Woltmann4Jan 2002 (.pdf)
Programs 2003PRIDE presentation, Middletown's Heritage Trail, year-long "Celebration of Portland's History.4Apr 2003 (.pdf)
Programs 20046Nov 2004 (.pdf)
Programs 2004John LeShane re Meshomesic Forest, History & Architecture of Portland, Paul Loether of CT Historical Commission, quarrying, Jack Dillon.6Jan 2004 (.pdf)
Programs 2010Regina WoltmanPlans for 2010 programs.4Feb 2010 (.pdf)
Programs 2011Regina WoltmanAnnual Meeting in January. Watch newspaper for future programs.4Jan 2011 (.pdf)
Programs Coming Up 1984January - Nick Naples of Durham to speak on old time farming, March - Irish Night with possible return of the Irish girls we enjoyed previously.2Fal 1984 (.pdf)
Programs planned 2002Regina Woltmann6Oct 2002 (.pdf)
Programs...Elizabeth Hart Jarvis Colt 2010Chris SullivanThe subject of a presentation by William Hosley from his book about the Colt family. Elizabeth was the first child of the Rev. William Jarvis, the rector of Trinity Church in Chatham in 1826 whern she was born. Elizabeth continued her husband's work at the Colt factory after his untimely death.3Oct 2010 (.pdf)
Projects 1984Soociety to install two signs:At corner of High and Bartlett Streets - location of first Episcopal Church, later Town Hall; replace sign at Cox Mill; town bus tour in the fall; photograph all sandstone grave stones as they are deterioraring; photos requested of homes schools or businesses burned or torn down to preserve progression of said sites; restore old map from Helen Carlson of Middlesex County 2Fal 1984 (.pdf)
Proposed 2007 Budget 20072Feb 2007 (.pdf)
Proposed budget for 20072Nov 2006 (.pdf)
Proposed budget for 20084Nov 2007 (.pdf)
Quality Welding Service 2018George M. Gilbert IIIJim and Joyce Vacca, owners. Currently located at 265 Brownstone Avenue1Sep 2018 (.pdf)Vol. 44 No. 02
Quarry Workers' Housing 1993George JohnsonTown orders 4 houses on Middlesex Ave. to be boarded up or require demolition. Society very concerned re loss of significant structures. Jim Sarbaugh agrees to contribute labor and George Johnson will supply lumber.2Spr 1993 (.pdf)
Question of the Month - Who's Got the Ding-Dong? 1979What happened to the Rose Hill School bell? If you have any information or the bell, please let us know.2Feb 1979 (.pdf)
Reactivate Historic Sites Committee 1985Bill Sanborn will Chair. He will care for the sites already installed and hope to do 2 more: First Episcopal Church, replace the one at Cox Mill.1Fal 1985 (.pdf)
Recap of First Ten Years 1982Historic Sites group conducting our biggest project, which has been funded, in part, by Community Development funds. 5 bronze markers have been placed around town and have approximatelt 56 house signs some of which have been installed. Had a successful bake sale on Easter Weekend. Dues are payable at $3/person. A calendar for 1983 is a planned future project for which we are seeking pictures. Officers for 1981-1982 : President, Ray Robinson, VP - Harold Krieger, Secretary - Lucille Cramer, Treasurer - Martha Johnson, Directors - Bill McBrien, Bill King, Harold Ferguson.1May 1982 (.pdf)
Recent Acquisitions 1991Hurricane photos, ledger of Ellsworth & Sons, Plumbers,straw cloche, Indian artifacts, military artifacts, serveral books,collection of WWI medals.1Spr 1991 (.pdf)
Recent deaths 2014Marion Anderson, Joseph Bordonaro, Sr., Peter Bransfield, Gerald Binnington, Sr., Kathleen Brede, Perry Hale, Janice McCormick, Norman Hanson, Kenneth Schoell2Nov 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 03
Recent Donations to Museum 2004A mustache cup, silver tea service, Gildersleeve Store ledgers of 18502, 3Jan 2004 (.pdf)
Recent Gifts 1997Post - household items, 1880 wedding dress worn by Aunt, Laura Richardson; Keser - 1932 Girl Scout Guide book; Berggren -letter from Isaac Cox, two issues of Portland Citizen re Isaac Cox; Strtickland Estate - gold framed photos of Noah Norcorr Strickland & Caroline Bliss Strickland; Elsie Hale - booklets, church histories, news clippings, 1948 P&Z regulations.2Win 1997 (.pdf)
Recent Gifts 1999Pat CserePozzetti - brownstone memorabilia; Zampini - many booklets/news articles; Hale - numerous news clippings; Werdelin - photos of 1999 Memorial Day Parade; Crowther - file cabinets; McDougall - files.4Oct 1999 (.pdf)
Recent Gifts 2001Monetary gifts of $717 donated for Museum.2Feb 2001 (.pdf)
Recent Museum Acquisitions 1991Pat Csere1909 Central School Class Photo, 1916 shots of Old Home Day; Strong & Hale carpenter's apron, Conklin medicine glasses, research on Jewish Cemetery, Eastern tinware, cranberry bog; 1941 photo of Portland Trust Co.; 75th Ann. Booklet Portland Fire Dept., 20 old photos of unknown Portland families, 100th Anniversary blue & white banner; large black tin tray, possibly from Eastern Tinware; 1841-1911 committee badge & coin; sled made in Buck Carriage Factory, antique dresses, oval framed picture of Mrs. James Buck II; two volumes of biographical descriptions; two 1891 pictures of St. John's Chapel, formerly on corner of Cox Road and Strickland Street, demolished in 1965.2Fal 1991 (.pdf)
Recommended Budget for 2001-20022Nov 2001 (.pdf)
Refreshment Coordinator Needed 1997For 8 monthly meetings per year.3Win 1997 (.pdf)
Refreshments 1984Lucy Bartolotta is chairperson. Donations at each meeting help defray expenses. Seeking recipes for future cookbook.2Fal 1984 (.pdf)
Remembering Ruth Freeburg 2022Died in October 2022. She was Secretary for 16 years, Director for 6 years.3Nov 2022 (.pdf)Vol. 48 No. 03
Report of the Bylaws Committee 2008To be voted on at September 30 at membership meeting6Sep 2008 (.pdf)
Report on 4th Annual Festival of Wreaths 2016Over $1200 raised from raffle tickets, products and donations. Thirty-one wreaths went home with lucky winners.1Jan 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
Report on New Diversity Group 2019Caroline MurrayAnnual Meeting Welcomes Diversity Group to review their activities and their plans for the future.5Nov 2019 (.pdf)Vol. 45 No. 03
Report re Annual Meeting 11/8 2005Martha Lutecki elected President; picture of 4 past presidents attending1Nov 2005 (.pdf)
Reptilian Tales 2002Joseph Synnott warden and ranger of Meshomasic Forest for 25 years -ability to handle rattlers won him First Prize at an exhibition in NY in 1898.2Jan 2002 (.pdf)
Resignation of George V. Johnson, Jr. 1993Effective at the end of the month as he begins his campaign for the office of First Selectman.1Fal 1993 (.pdf)
Ring in the "New" to Preserve the "Old" 2011Linda CunninghamNew dues structure in place for 2011. Previous dues have been in effect since 1995/1996.4Jan 2011 (.pdf)
Ronald Roth Meets with Members re a quarry Museum 1983July 20, 1983, 20 members met with Ronald Roth who proposed a study of the quarries with the intention of setting up a working quarry museum.1, 2Jul 1983 (.pdf)
Ruth Callander House 1999Eleanor CrowtherJanuary will mark 2 years of work at Ruth's house, trtansforming it to the Society's Museum.2Nov 1999 (.pdf)
Ruth Callander House 2002Eleanor CrowtherNeed volunteers to work in and around Museum tp prepare for opening. Need help to inventory and archive items in our collection.1Jan 2002 (.pdf)
Ruth Callander House Conditions Assessment Begins 2012Professionals in several areas will survey, evaluate and document the condition of the building to facilitate the necessary repairs & restoration.2Jun 2012 (.pdf)
Ruth Callander House Museum of Portland History 2011Exhibits include Civil War items, quilts in our collection and artifacts from various businesses of the Gildersleeve family.2Mar 2011 (.pdf)
Ruth Callander House News 2014Chimney repairs made. Mason, Stan Bates, deconstructed the ols chimney down to a stable base just below the attic floor;rebuilt with new common brick and topped it with a blue-stone cap.3Nov 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 03
Ruth Callander House News 2015Seeking painter for house restoration. Projectedf cost -$20,000.3Mar 2015 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
Ruth Callander House Renovations 2001Handicapped access plans in place, plumber hired to install bathroom fixtures. Pat Crowther refinished paneling found in the attic which has been returned to frame the stone fireplace.Several have removed wallpaper, painted ceilings, etc. and restored floors upstairs; shelves have been built; a colorful garden, tended by Portland Garden Club, nice accent to property.1Sep 2001 (.pdf)
Ruth Callander House Repair/Restoration Project 2013Claire FrisbieAn architect identified exterior wood repairs needed prior to painting. Also chimney repairs need to be made. The front portico has several issues. Some windows were replaced and the foundation was repaired/rebuilt as needed.4Nov 2013 (.pdf)Vol. 40 No. 02
Ruth Callander House Restoration 2012Receipt of matching grant from The 1772 Foundation for exterior repairs.5Sep 2012 (.pdf)
Ruth Callander House Restoration 2014In making chimney repairs, a brownstone fireplace was uncovered on the first floor.6Mar 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 01
Ruth Callendar's Tulip Tree 2021Removal accomplished by Mullen Tree Service and Arbor Crane. It had been planted circa 1950, had a base 5 feet in diameter and 16 feet incircumference with about 70 rings.3Nov 2021 (.pdf)Vol. 47 No. 03
Save the Date 2025Juneteenth on June 14,2025 @ Portland Middle School5Mar 2025 (.pdf)Vol. 51 No. 01
Saving Portland in Pictures 2012Soliciting photos of people in Portland from the 50's to yesterday.2Sep 2012 (.pdf)
Schedule of Events 2023March through July 20232Mar 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 1
Scholarship 1988Established a $100 bond scholarship for deserving underclassman who excels in history.2Spr 1988 (.pdf)
Scholarship 1990Awarded to Andy Probolus in June, freshman at PHS.3Jul 1990 (.pdf)
Scrap-Book 1984Anita Carlson, Chairperson, saves articles related to Society activities.2Fal 1984 (.pdf)
Search for a Permanent Home 1991Two sites have been toured, but found to be too expensive: the Carlson House, 5 Waverly Avenue. Any other ideas?1Spr 1991 (.pdf)
Secret Garden Tour 2010Sue AndersonTickets available April 1.2Mar 2010 (.pdf)
Secret Garden Tour 2010Sue AndersonPlans underway for fund-raiser event in June.3Feb 2010 (.pdf)
See You All 1977First meeting of the new year on 9/14 at Zion Lutheran Church.2Sep 1977 (.pdf)
Seeking a Small Rural House From 1903 2013Doris Sherrow-HeidenisPHS contacted by an antiques columnist for the New York Times, researching a female Impressionist painter, Mary Rogers Williams. She visited in Portland and made a drawing of the rear of 305 Old Marlborough Tpke.1Mar 2013 (.pdf)
Seeking information re Midwives 2000Instructor at Manchester Community College interested in time period of colony's start to 1900.4Feb 2000 (.pdf)
Self-Guided Open House Tour 2006Description of houses and ticket order form3Sep 2006 (.pdf)
September Meeting, September 28 1993Everyday Life in Connecticut 1790-1830 by Lisa Quintana.2Fal 1993 (.pdf)
Shopping the Callander Cupboard 2024Linen Scenes of Portland tea towels; Images of Portland book; Portland Farms: Then and Now; The Life of General Seth Overton; Historic Houses of the Connecticut River Valley; Deconstructing Stone Buildings2Nov 2024 (.pdf)Vol. 50 No. 02
Sight-Seeing About Town 1986Had requests for another historical trip around town - hopefully a longer one.1Apr 1986 (.pdf)
Sixth Annual Tag Sale 20022Jan 2002 (.pdf)
Slide Taking Results Excellent 1977Slides of your photos, documents & pictures will provide interesting programs in the future. This event could be done again.1Sep 1977 (.pdf)
Social Time 1986Lucy Bartolotta, refreshment chairperson seeks help for this happening.1Apr 1986 (.pdf)
Society 1992 CalendarHazel RobinsonA few 1992 copies still available.2Win 1992 (.pdf)
Society Business 2008Jim McCabe2008 actuals & 2009 proposed budget4Nov 2008 (.pdf)
Society Calendar 2019Museum open 9/8/2019; 9/24/2019, a program on the 50th anniversary celebration of the Woodstock Festival; 10/6/2019, Mary Rogers Williams program.4Aug 2019 (.pdf)Vol. 45 No. 02
Society Calendar 2019Also a picture of Petzold's new showroom, circa 19608Mar 2019 (.pdf)Vol. 45 No. 01
Society Directors, etc. 1992George V. Johnson, Jr., President1Fal 1992 (.pdf)
Society Headquarters - New meeting Place 1979We have been given use of the former John C Barry office on the second floor of the Community Center. Meetings wwill be held on the first floor.1Sep 1979 (.pdf)
Society News 2017Annual Membership Meeting with Diana Ross McCain, speaker, author of historical fiction introduced her book based on research into the Lyman family of Middlefield.1Mar 2017 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
Society News 20192Mar 2019 (.pdf)Vol. 45 No. 01
Society News 2020Collecting the Pandemic; Grant Received - Ct Humanties award $2500 for upkeep of Museum and to replace funds unearned during pandemic; one member matched donations up to $2000 as folks supported the Tag Sale that wasn't due to Covid; pictures of Darlene Rice and Dean Soucy at Quarry View and Jackie and Todd of C.S.B. Incorporated.5Nov 2020 (.pdf)Vol. 46 No. 02
Society Office Needs Equipment to Operate 1980All sorts of equipment needed.. Also volunteers to use it.2Feb 1980 (.pdf)
Society Officers 1977Pres. - Patricia Aresco, VP - Harold Krieger, Secretary - Rebecca Robinson, Treas. - Robert Johnson, Bd of Directors Chair - Roger Hinze, Directors - Phyllis Peterson & Jack Dillon2Sep 1977 (.pdf)
Society Officers 19772Mar 1977 (.pdf)
Society participates in Hemlock Grange Tag Sale 20223 members sold jewelry and cupboard items at Grange Tag Sale. Cutting boards and Westerwald pottery pieces were new items.4Nov 2022 (.pdf)Vol. 48 No. 03
Society Permanent Home Prospects Good 1979Bd of Selectmen Charge Library Building Committee to provide space for us on 2nd floor of Central School.2Feb 1979 (.pdf)
Society's New Cookbook 20073Nov 2007 (.pdf)
Special Exhibits 1994Vivian DowerThe present display "Things That Make Music" was inspired by Kasha Breau, guest harpist at our March program.3Spr 1994 (.pdf)
Special Gifts 2008Donation from Robert Goodrich estate, 1847 map of Portland from Doris Linden Heerdt5May 2008 (.pdf)
Spring 2010 Programs 2010Regina WoltmanConnecticut's Civil War by Sharon Smith; Potluck supper and musical entertainment.2May 2010 (.pdf)
Spring 2010 Programs 2010Regina WoltmanStories in Stone-Jelle Zeilinga deBoer, Professor Emeritus at Wesleyan; Chrissie D'Esopo presents the restoration of an Early American House and the development of beautiful gardens; Portland's Civil War contributions; Potluck Supper at the Portland Senior Center2Mar 2010 (.pdf)
Spring Exhibit Opening February 3 2007Early Portland Farms; Oscar Hedstrom & Indian Motorcycle2Nov 2007 (.pdf)
Spring Membership Campaign 199150 new memberships added - 3 lifetime1, 2Sum 1991 (.pdf)
Spring Tea 2009Sue AndersonMemorable Spring Tea and Vintage Jewelry Fund Raiser - nets over $4500.2Jun 2009 (.pdf)
Stancliffe House 1988Thanks to Mrs. David Carlson for restoring and donating a picture of the Stancliffe House1Jan 1988 (.pdf)
Stocking Farm's Silo, From past to present 2019Patty and Joe PizzichemiMoved to Stocking Hill Farm on upper Cox Road in September 2016. Found a company in Lancaster, PA to restore the silo, badly damagedby a storm in November 2017. It is a Van Cott Unadilla Silo which was born in 1906.1Mar 2019 (.pdf)Vol. 45 No. 01
Successful Tag Sale 2010Eleanor CrowtherEven a rainy day provided the Society with over $5000 for projects.2May 2010 (.pdf)
Summer News and Notes 19911, 2Sum 1991 (.pdf)
Tag Sale 1988Thanks to the Kriegers who organized sale at American Legion Hall.2Spr 1988 (.pdf)
Tag Sale 1997May 10, 1997 has 3 purposes: One- ask residents to hold private sales requiring a fee paid to the Society; Two - having a location with spaces for rent; Three - the donation of items to Society sale at Museum site.1Win 1997 (.pdf)
Tag Sale Alert 2002Sixth Annual, May 11, 20021Mar 2002 (.pdf)
Tag Sale Application/Info. 20033Apr 2003 (.pdf)
Tag Sale form 20083Feb 2008 (.pdf)
Tag Sale Infortmation and Form 20063Feb 2006 (.pdf)
Tag Sale slated for August this year 20211May 2021 (.pdf)Vol. 47 No. 01
Tag Sale to be Held Again 1979Last two were profitable. Save your stuff for April date.2Feb 1979 (.pdf)
Thaanks to Members and Donors for support 20192Mar 2019 (.pdf)Vol. 45 No. 01
Thank You 1988To Vivian Dower for Museum Room displays, Wal Dower for putting castors on the cabinets.1Spr 1988 (.pdf)
Thank you 2013Thanks to supporters and call to renew for next year.1Nov 2013 (.pdf)Vol. 40 No. 02
Thank you for donations 2002Bob McDougallTwo computers, printer donated. Need copier for Museum office.1Mar 2002 (.pdf)
Thank you to all 2014Claire FrisbieThanks to members and donors for their support.5Nov 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 03
Thank you, Current Members and Donors 20142Mar 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 01
Thank You, Current Members and Donors 2015Listing of names2Mar 2015 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
Thank you, Members & Donors, for making everything we do possible! 2024Check your mailing label for your membership year. Use our secure Square site to renew, donate or purchase. Your support provies the means by which volunteers provide programs, events and publications.2Nov 2024 (.pdf)Vol. 50 No. 02
Thank you, Members and Donors 20123Mar 2012 (.pdf)
Thank You, Members and Donors 20255Mar 2025 (.pdf)Vol. 51 No. 01
Thank you, Members and Donors! 20132Mar 2013 (.pdf)
Thank you, Members and Donors! 2016PHS created the 175th Anniversary Commemorative Book3Nov 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 04
Thank you, Members and Donors! 20163Jan 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
Thank you, Members and Donors! 2017Chosen to be part of Connecticut Collections, an on-line tool to assist with historicalcollection management.3Nov 2017 (.pdf)Vol. 43 No. 03
Thank you, Members and Donors! 2018Noted recent & upcoming events: history of Arrigoni Bridge by Jonathan Ives; Carl Oscar Hedstrom (George Gilbert)appeared at Portland Fair as Indian motorcycle riders appeared; Museum will host third graders in November.3Nov 2018 (.pdf)Vol. 44 No. 03
Thank You, Members and Donors! 20193Nov 2019 (.pdf)Vol. 45 No. 03
Thanks Bob and Jack 1980Bob Johnson who has served as Treasurer for 3 years is stepping down; Jack Dillon, director for 3 years, also stepping down per our Bylaws.1Feb 1980 (.pdf)
Thanks from St. Mary Parish for our donation to their rebuilding fund 19914Fal 1991 (.pdf)
Thanks to members for Extra Hours 1991For keeping the Museum Room open extra hours during Anniversary week.2Fal 1991 (.pdf)
The 2000 Calendar 1999Bob McDougall"Scenic Portland as the Century Turns" - available around town1Oct 1999 (.pdf)
The 23rd Annual Town-Wide Tag Sales Day is Coming May 11! 20191Mar 2019 (.pdf)Vol. 45 No. 01
The 24th Annual Town-Wide Tag Sales Day 2020Cancelled due to the Covid pandemic. Asking for donations.1Apr 2020 (.pdf)Vol. 46 No. 01
The Callander House Museum 2000Architect, Alan Munkittrick preparing plans necessary to meet Town codes.2Sep 2000 (.pdf)
The Connecticut River before the advent of Coast Guard Ice Breakers 2005Articles from The Middletown Press: folks using the ice to cross the river; ice fishing on Pacousett Pond; picture of pedestrians crossing ice covered river,5Mar 2005 (.pdf)
The Corner (cupboard) 19972Win 1997 (.pdf)
The Gift Giving Time of the Year 2016Products avaible from PHS for gift giving.6Nov 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 04
The Gift Giving Time of the Year 2017Products avaible from PHS for gift giving.5Nov 2017 (.pdf)Vol. 43 No. 03
The Great Portland Fair 2001Featured the 2002 Calendar and guess the gadgets contest - 7 winners.2Nov 2001 (.pdf)
The Life and Times of Perry Titus Wells Hale 2022Marilyn Hale BrooksFor more than 2 decades Perry lived at 242 Main Street, an 1800's colonial house. He loved sports and was very smart, learning multiplication tables while doing errands with his father in a buckboard.1Jul 2022 (.pdf)Vol. 48 No. 02
The life of Pye: Food in New England in the 18th Century 2017Alexia Belperron1Mar 2017 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
The Many Lives of Alfred Hall 2021Julie MacksoudHe was the first owner of 245 Main Street, now a branch of Liberty Bank.1Jul 2021 (.pdf)Vol. 47 No. 02
The New Callander Cupboard 2021Now displaying our items at Owen's Emporium at 283 Main Street.4Nov 2021 (.pdf)Vol. 47 No. 03
The Portland Pumpkin Growers 2017George M. Gilbert IIIGroup led by Mark Luckhardt and Arthur Johnson began in the Fall of 2000 and exists to this day. Largest pumpkin was grown by Brian & Suzanne Schultz in 2016, weighing 1006 lbs.1Nov 2017 (.pdf)Vol. 43 No. 03
The Return of the Portland Agriculteral Fair 2000October 6, 7, 8 at Exchange Club Grounds Route 17A. Society to have booth in polebarn.1Sep 2000 (.pdf)
The Sad Fate of Joseph Stancliff 2017Julie MacksoudJoseph Stancliuff, Jr. was on ill-fated steamboat America on Lake Erie on July 31, 1850. The head of one of the boilers blew off causing the deaths of a dozen people, injuring more than 22. Two weeks later his body was returned to Portland for burial in Trinity Cemetery. He was 29 years old.1Sep 2017 (.pdf)Vol. 43 No. 02
The William J. VanBeynum Award Nomination Form 2010Award created in 2009 to recognize and value contributions made to the Society's mission to peserve and protect Portland's past.5Oct 2010 (.pdf)
Third Annual Ice Cream Social 2014June 24, 2014 at Senior Center with a program by The Victorian Quadrille Orchestra showing Civil War era dancing.1Jun 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 02
This is my Life 1999John V. AndersonFrom memoirs given to the Society by his family.3Oct 1999 (.pdf)
Thomas Barrows Gift 1996Not only a generous donation from his estate but also many artifacts.3Fal 1996 (.pdf)
Thoughts on Charitable Giving 2012Suggestions as to how families can set aside funds for donations.4Sep 2012 (.pdf)
Tickets available for a tour of Hubbard Farmstead on Middle Haddam Road 20171Sep 2017 (.pdf)Vol. 43 No. 02
Tiger Scouts Tour Museum 20145Mar 2014 (.pdf)Vol. 41 No. 01
Tour of Center Cemetery 2000October meeting walk in cemetery led by Doris Sherrow.3Sep 2000 (.pdf)
Tour of Portland Homes 1991Greater Middletown Preservation Trust has chosen Portland to sponsor the annual house tour on 11/19.1Spr 1991 (.pdf)
Town Festival Booth 1996Booth a financial success from product sales - $600 raised.2Fal 1996 (.pdf)
Town Festival Helpers 1995Thanks.2Fal 1995 (.pdf)
Town Meeting 1990Members went to express our desire for the Buck Library for storage and displays.2Jul 1990 (.pdf)
Town Poor Farm 2002Built around 1800, home of Hezekiah Goodrich Pelton. Rooms added after purchase by Town of Chatham, complete with a cell for those who misbehaved. The Barn became a site for square dances and the pasture was used for picnics by residents. In 1937 it was sold to become a private home.2Mar 2002 (.pdf)
Town-Wide Tag Sale 20037th Annual1Apr 2003 (.pdf)
Town-Wide Tag Sale 201620th Annual1Mar 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 02
Town-Wide Tag Sale 202327th year on May 13; 135 registered vendors and more than 25 volunteers6Oct 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 2
Town-Wide Tag Sale 2024Saturday, May 11, 2024, Also bake sale at Callander House Museum1May 2024 (.pdf)Vol. 50 No. 01
Town-Wide Tag Sale is Back on August 28, 2021Delayed in its25th year because of Covid pandemic. Only sales at private homes, etc. will be offered. No sale at RCH Museum.1Jul 2021 (.pdf)Vol. 47 No. 02
Town-Wide Tag Sales' Fourth Year 2000Eleanor CrowtherMore than 60 tag salers. Financial figures not in. Ideas for expansion?2Jun 2000 (.pdf)
Treasurer 1999Charles WoltmannList of donors during the year.2Nov 1999 (.pdf)
Treasurer Reports 2004Jim McCabeSociety produced over $18,000.00 of non-endowment income.2Nov 2004 (.pdf)
Treasurer's Report for 20094Feb 2010 (.pdf)
Tree Ornaments Needed 1992Encouraging members to donate one from their tree to enlarge collection.1Win 1992 (.pdf)
Trinity Church PHS meeting 1990Most recent meeting at Trinity Church was attended by about 75 people. Ruth Callander told about the stained glass windows. 1Jul 1990 (.pdf)
Twain and Stowe Homes Visited 197910 members toured these homes on Sunday, June 17.2Sep 1979 (.pdf)
Two Charter Members Pass Away 1979Joseph deBerry perished in the DC10 plane crash in Chicago recently; C. LeRoy Magnuson died after a brief hospital stay. Memorial donations to our Memorial Book would be appropriate.2Sep 1979 (.pdf)
Two Meetings in January 1988Meeting 1/13 to discuss Society matters in depth; 1/26 talk on quarries1Jan 1988 (.pdf)
Two New Books Available for Holiday Giving 2018The Connecticut 169 Club by Marty Podskoch; Portland Farms: Then and Now by Susanne Anderson5Nov 2018 (.pdf)Vol. 44 No. 03
Underwriting History Program at the Library 2002Donating $200 toward program dealing with the lives of girls during and just after WW 11.2Mar 2002 (.pdf)
United Tastes: The Making of the First American Cookbook 2018Authors, Keith Stavely & Kathleen Fitzgerald to speak on October 28 at the Waverly Center re America's first cookbook by Amelia Simmons, American Cookery in 1796. Recipe for a squash pudding from Ms. Simmons is printed; picture of Alexia Belperron demonstrating hearth cooking .3Sep 2018 (.pdf)Vol. 44 No. 02
Upcoming 2010Regina WoltmanFuture events calendar.3Oct 2010 (.pdf)
Upcoming Events 20255Mar 2025 (.pdf)Vol. 51 No. 01
Upcoming Meetings 1988Vivian Dower talks about her doll collection,special meeting to discuss long range goals, speaker on local silver industry.1Dec 1988 (.pdf)
Upcoming Meetings 1989Potluck Supper, Christmas Past, Film of building of Arrigoni Bridge, Anne Street of Greater Middletown Preservation Trust, Portland History with Herb Ellsworth.1Oct 1989 (.pdf)
Upcoming Meetings 1989Wesleyan professor to talk on archaelogical dig at Steamboaty Dock, program on gravestones (historical), organist & professor to discuss restoration of the United Methodist Church organ, picnic, potluck supper. Average attendance has been 50 or more at each meeting.1Apr 1989 (.pdf)
Upcoming Meetings 1990Annual Picnic, Notable Trees, Geology of Portland, Annual Meeting & Potluck Supper, January - Anniversary year program by Herb Ellsworth.1Jul 1990 (.pdf)
Upcoming Programs 19864/9 - Rocks of Portland, 5/14 - Bee-keeping, 6/11 - If This Old House Could Speak, Martha Johnson, member.2Apr 1986 (.pdf)
Upcoming Programs 2003Growing Up in Portland, Annual Meeting (2004 Calendar), Meshomesic Forest.6Oct 2003 (.pdf)
Upcoming Programs 2003Historic Gildersleeve, Ireland's Great Hunger, Betty Scott Keser Garden, Middletown's Heritage Trail, Grand Opening5Jan 2003 (.pdf)
Upcoming Programs 2004Arthur Pope & Spencer Quinton speak about antiques; annual picnic; Don Goodrich to speak re tobacco industry.5May 2004 (.pdf)
VCR 1986Society donated a VCR to the Library in appreciation of our use of the room.1Apr 1986 (.pdf)
Veterans' Day Tribute 2004Veterans speak at Annual Meeting in November 2003.2, 3Jan 2004 (.pdf)
Views of 12/15/2002 Museum Preview 20033Jan 2003 (.pdf)
Visitors at the Museum 2010In October Regina and Jim Cornwall of Naples, FL made a visit as Jim is writing a book about the Cornwells and the Cornwalls, early settlers in Middletown and then Portland2Oct 2010 (.pdf)
Voices of Portland 2025Pictures of event.2Mar 2025 (.pdf)Vol. 51 No. 01
Voices of Portland Panelists 2025Patricia Hall Jemison, Barbara E. Shaw, David Roane, Rev. Laurence Woods3Mar 2025 (.pdf)Vol. 51 No. 01
VolkssPORTLAND Update 1994Bob McDougallJoin Bob on September 30 or October 1 to enjoy the 10 kilometer walk laid out by Bob and Doris Sherrow.1Fal 1994 (.pdf)
Volunteer monitors for Museum Room needed 19793Sep 1979 (.pdf)
Volunteer Spotlight 2023Deb Freitag recognized for making covers to protect portraits, taking photos and providing refreshments. She has served one year on the Board.1Mar 2023 (.pdf)Vol. 49 No. 1
Volunteers Needed 1994Persons with good penmanship to list Charter Donors in record book.3Fal 1994 (.pdf)
Volunteers Needed for Refreshments 19793Sep 1979 (.pdf)
Volunteers Welcome - We Need You 20193Nov 2019 (.pdf)Vol. 45 No. 03
Wangunks Now? 2000Casino construction raises interest in present day Wangunks. In Middlesex County there are more than seventy per Gary O'Neil of E. Hampton. Two in CA trace their ancestry back to Chief Sowheag who signed land sale to Middletown in 1672.4Jun 2000 (.pdf)
Wanted 1994Photo of August 1974 Society float in Firemen's Parade.3Fal 1994 (.pdf)
Wanted 2002`Computer Equipment2Jan 2002 (.pdf)
Wanted: 2010A picture of Jessie Alsop; photos of Annino's Drug Store4Oct 2010 (.pdf)
Ways & Means 1978Had a successful Food Sale and Flea Market. Athe Food Sale raised $133.25 with excellent participation and volunteers. Profit at the Flea Market was $234.56.2Sep 1978 (.pdf)
Ways & Means Committee 1978Food Sale planned, participation in Jr. Women's Flea Market. There is a possibility that slides of old Portland may be produced for sale.1Feb 1978 (.pdf)
Ways and Means 1994Eleanor CrowtherTo celebrate 20th anniversary only 20 specially designed 2-quart pitchers have been ordered. They are $40 each, $20 of which is a donation.1Spr 1994 (.pdf)
Welcome Back 1977Think about your contribution to make Society more successful.1Sep 1977 (.pdf)
Welcome Back 1978Ne3wsletter will bring you up to date on happenings.1Sep 1978 (.pdf)
Welcome New Board Members 2015Alexia Belperron joins the Board; Claire Frisbie elected Trustee. Continuing positions: M. Lutecki, Pres., G. Gilbert, 1st VP, J. Peterson, 2nd VP, J. McCabe, Treas., s. Nolan, Corresp. Secy. Recording Secy position open.3Mar 2015 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
Westerwald Pottery jar and pitcher 2022Aavailable for purchase.8Jul 2022 (.pdf)Vol. 48 No. 02
What Are Your Interests? 1977If a member, please become more active. If not, please attend our meetings or become a member.2Sep 1977 (.pdf)
What Are Your Interests? 1977Get involved in area of your choice and/or attend program meetings. Committee chairmen listed for contact.2Mar 1977 (.pdf)
What Is It Board 2002Created by Don Goodrich used at Portland Fair, very popular.2Oct 2002 (.pdf)
What's Happening in 2016Portland's 175th Anniversary1Jan 2016 (.pdf)Vol. 42 No. 01
What's Your Hobby - What Do You Collect? 1979Please let Program Committee know of your willingness to present a program based on your unique interest.2Feb 1979 (.pdf)
When Shall we Open for Visitors 2002Need volunteers to pick artifacts and to set up displays.1Oct 2002 (.pdf)
Who Wore the Civil War Raincoat? 2004William Stewart, born in Scotland, came to Portland after the war, buried in Trinity Cemetery.4May 2004 (.pdf)
Winchester Café (Wqalt's Drive-In) 2021George M. Gilbert IIIOwners, Walter and Stephanie Grabek.1May 2021 (.pdf)Vol. 47 No. 01
Winter and Holiday Photos 2012Soliciting photos of snowstorms, winter activities, ice-covered river, etc2Sep 2012 (.pdf)
Winter News and Notes 19921/28 meeting devoted to Central School - its suitability as a home for the Society, ways to make it affordable and relationship to the Town.1Win 1992 (.pdf)
Wish List 2003Bob McDougallCopy machine, computer, inkjet printer; USB connectible image scanner.2Apr 2003 (.pdf)
Wish List 2010About 16 items, many new technology related as well as folding tables, vacuum cleaner, tent and paid staff to increase Mueum availability.3Feb 2010 (.pdf)
World War II Honor Roll 1996This exhibit was planned for July in the Library. It had to be postponed to November.1Fal 1996 (.pdf)
WPA Artists 20122 watercolors by WPA artist, Harold Barbour, donated to the Society by Elsie Hale are on exhibit at the Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury.2Sep 2012 (.pdf)
Yankees and Strangers - The New England Town from 1636 - 1992This will be a series of book discussions at the Library.2Fal 1991 (.pdf)
Year In Review -pictures of events 20121, 2, 3Jan 2012 (.pdf)
Your Memberships Make Our Activities Possible 20203Nov 2020 (.pdf)Vol. 46 No. 02