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The Winchester Historical Society is kicking off its year-long celebration of Winchester’s 175th anniversary. This year’s programs will focus on Winchester people, architecture, and history.
All events will be held at the Sanborn House and Cultural Center, 15 High St., Winchester. For more information, visit the Historical Society’s website at www.winchesterhistoricalsociety.org.
APRIL 30
‘Facing Change – How diversity came to Winchester’
The Winchester Historical Society continues is year-long celebration of Winchester’s 175 anniversary with a two-part series about Winchester people presented by Winchester historian and archivist Ellen Knight.
Part one will be presented on Winchester’s anniversary, April 30, when Knight will discuss the changing population of Winchester since its inception.
Doors open on April 30 at 7 p.m. for refreshments. The program begins at 7:30 p.m.
This program will also be livestreamed via WinCAM.
MAY
WAN’s May 2025 Library Show
WAN will hold its exhibit at the Winchester Public Library in May, incorporating the celebration of Winchester’s 175th anniversary as a central theme for the show.
All participants will be asked to complete a brief Artist Statement regarding the theme of Winchester’s 175th Anniversary, as life in Winchester relates to your art and/or your life as an artist.
Exhibition Dates: May 1-31, 2025
Installation date: Thursday, May 1, 2025 (12:30-3:30 p.m.)
Exhibit Reception: Saturday, May 3, 2025 ( 3-5 p.m.) Large & Small Conference Room
MAY 14
‘An Armchair Tour of Winchester Women’s History’
On May 14, historian Ellen Knight will present part two of a two-part series about Winchester people. Knight will highlight notable Winchester women over the years.
Doors open on May 14 at 7 p.m. for refreshments. The program begins at 7:30 p.m.
This program will also be livestreamed via WinCAM.
MAY THROUGH SEPTEMBER
Arts Winchester Sidewalk Exhibit
Arts Winchester will present its annual Sidewalk Art exhibit, which will run through Winchester’s downtown area, from end-May through mid-September, feature 175th anniversary recognition.
JUNE 7
Town Day Trolley Tours
It’s Town Day! The Winchester Historical Society will feature its annual trolley tours, starting at 10 a.m. and featuring Ellen Knight, Vincent Dixon, John McConnell, Peter Wild, Joe Govoni and Chloe Silbermann.
The following are this year’s Town Day trolley tour topics:
“From a Village to a Town” with Ellen Knight
“The ABCs of Winchester History...” with Vincent Dixon
“175 Years of Architecture” with John McConnell
“Historic Tree Tour” with Peter Wild
“A Children’s Tour of Winchester” with Joe Govoni and Chloe Silbermann
OCTOBER
Unveiling of Winchester History Sign
Spirit Weekend: Unveiling of the new Winchester History Sign at Town Hall, time and date to be announced.
OCT. 11
‘Coit Architecture in Winchester’
On Oct. 11, come join Ellen Spencer for “Coit Architecture in Winchester” at 7:30 p.m.
NOV. 12
‘Winchester’s Boundaries’
On Nov. 12, come join Peter Engeldrum for his new film “Winchester’s Boundaries.”
