Glebe House Commemorative Trivet, artwork by Melbourne Brindle When Kate Kelley contacted the Glebe House Museum, we had no idea that we would be reunited with an object from our past that we didn't have in our collection. The "tile trivet" (c. 1975) had been made to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Glebe House Museum's opening in 1925. These were sold at the museum as a fundraiser, and Kate had found this one at her mother's home. Although the museum has many commemor

The Glebe House Museum 49 Hollow Road, Woodbury, CT 06798 203-263-2855 Presents The Haunted Hollow Tours Saturday, October 24 (Rain Date: October 25) 4:00 – 8:30 pm Volunteers are needed to portray the spirits of Woodbury’s past for the Haunted Hollow Tours. The tours progress from the Glebe House, travel past the homes of spirits, and to the cemetery where many more remain. Groups of visitors are led by “Spirit Guides”, who share information about the historic homes a

Woodbury: September 15, 2026 – Thanks to a sponsorship from Newtown Savings Bank, the Glebe House Museum announces The Haunted Hollow Tours – Saturday, October 24 (Rain Date: October 25). This reimagining of our classic cemetery tour combines the history of Woodbury’s Hollow with its beautiful architecture and fascinating residents. Participants will travel to another time as they walk Hollow Road, Doolittle Hill, and Main Street, meeting the ghosts of past residents and en

SOLD OUT: The First: Witchcraft in Connecticut The “Witch of Woodbury” program originated from one woman’s fascination with Moll Cramer, who was accused of witchcraft and expelled from town. Glebe House Museum volunteer Linda Barr-Gale dedicated many years to portraying Moll in our popular cemetery tours. As her understanding of this real-life figure deepened, so did her audience; so much so that we relocated her to the museum grounds for a one-woman show! Ms. Gale’s interest

Marshall Children Young Docent Program Fall 2026: The Marshalls &The Revolution BEGINS OCTOBER 15 2026 Fall Session Dates: October 15 & 29, November 5 & 19, and December 3 & 17 Program Highlights: · Guided Tours: Learn the art of guiding visitors through the Glebe House and its grounds, sharing captivating stories and historical facts. · Interactive Workshops: Engage in hands-on activities like candle making, quill writing, and open-hearth cooking, gaini