photo courtesy of Old Sturbridge Village

Colonial Militia Will Welcome All to Hebron’s Sept. 21 Archaeology Day

The color guard from Old Sturbridge Village will start off our special program at the Peters House on Saturday, September 21^st. (Since the day is all about archaeology and history, who knows if a budding archaeologist might uncover a button from one of Hebron’s old militia members?!)

Starting at 11:00 am with welcoming events, the FREE event will include kids digs, tours of the Peters House, adult archaeology digs with at least 4 professional archaeologists to assist, and more for all to see, try and discover.

In addition to archaeology, there will be lots to learn about the history of the 18^th-19^th century when the Peters family built the ca. 1795 house. The Hebron Historic Properties Commission will be on hand to take visitors through the house. The story of Rev. Samuel Peters and his slaves Cesar & Lowis will also be presented along with the plaque placing Hebron on the Connecticut Freedom Trail.

The Peters House (150 East Street) is the magnificent house at the entrance to Burnt Hill Park. The hours to the September 21 event are 11:00am – 4:00pm.