HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

Stratford Historical Society967 Academy Hill RoadStratford Ct. 06615
HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSEPresented by the Stratford Junior Historical Society
December 7th 2013 11:00-4:00Admission: adults $3- children $1-under 5 free

The Captain David Judson HouseBuilt circa 1750 by Capt David Judson on the site of his grandfather's 1639 stone house. Judson House is a fine example of Georgian architecture which contains period pieces of Stratford origin.
Until 1925, when the Curtiss sisters [Judson descendants] donated the house to the Historical Society, many generations of Judson called the Judson House “home.”
Christmas would not have been celebrated by our Town's early settlers. Religious custom forbade it. Early accounts record December 25 as any other day. Christmas celebrations became popular in the Victorian era.
In this spirit we have decorated the house for the 2013 Christmas season. We have tried to remain true to our forefathers' resourcefulness, using spices, nuts,berries and greens to add a festive touch to our holiday tour.As you tour our historical house look for displays that tell the origins of many holiday traditions.For the children there is a special Holiday Scavenger Hunt. Find all of the items listed on the sheet in the house and receive a candy cane.****************Please also visit our Catherine Bunnell Mitchell Museum and enjoy some cider and holiday cookies while you are entertained with music provided by The Hearthside Waits.Our Gift Shop is open and has many delightful holiday gift selections for adults and children.
For more information go to stratfordhistoricalsociety.org or call 203-378-0630