The Norwich Historical Society building is open to the public year-round on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10am -1pm. Email to info@norwichhistory.org for research inquiries or appointment. We are frequently at NHS at other times.
Improving Energy Efficiency in Historic Buildings
October 14, 6:30 pm On Zoom, free.
How can we balance safeguarding the character-defining features of a historic house with energy efficiency? Why is this important? Join us for a Zoom session as we explore ways to responsibly make our historic homes more energy efficient and learn about resources for the work.
Walktober
Expeditions in Norwich
Norwich has miles of trails, a deep history, and a vibrant natural world. Explore with us in October with guided walks and trails.
All the tours are free and range from easy Main Street history strolls to guided hikes.
Dan & Whit’s on Exhibit
On Exhibit through December 31
This exhibit celebrates Dan & Whit’s 70th birthday with documentary photographs, oral histories, and memorabilia. It also traces close to 200 years of general store history on the site going back to the building of the very first store in 1829. This link takes you to oral histories, timelines and more.
Jigsaw Puzzles
Do you enjoy puzzles?
Try to solve these online jigsaw puzzles and see old images of Norwich.
Online Collections Catalog
Our collection of historic photographs, maps, manuscripts, books, and artifacts is now online in a searchable database.
Podcast Driving Tours
History Tours and Comic Book Companions
Three historical driving tours of Norwich. Each podcast has between 8-10 stops and lasts a little over an hour. Download a map and the tour onto your phone. Flip through the comic book. Learn more…
Thank you Norwich businesses!
Our business donors support our events and educational programs. We let the Upper Valley know how much they help.
Learn more about who they are and how you can link your business to NHS.
About Us
Welcome to the Norwich Historical Society. Our mission is to cultivate a vibrant sense of place and community through discovering, preserving, and sharing the history of Norwich.The Society maintains the historic 1807 Lewis House in the heart of Norwich’s historic downtown along with an extensive collection of artifacts, photos, and archives relating to the town’s history. Annual exhibits are mounted in the three spacious exhibit rooms on the first floor, and other special events are held at the Historical Society throughout the year. We have an active educational program with the Marion Cross School that brings elementary school students to the Lewis House to learn about more about history. Join us for walking tours of Norwich in the summer and family history workshops in the winter.
Norwich Historical Society is wheelchair accessible and open to community groups for meetings and events.