Danbury Museum and Historical Society

The Danbury Museum and Historical Society is a museum complex consisting of five historical buildings in downtown Danbury that house exhibition spaces, archives, and research facilities. The property includes various specialized areas for different collections and activities.

The institution was founded in 1941 and documents Danbury's history from the colonial period through its industrial development. The collections focus particularly on hat manufacturing, which was long the economic foundation of the city.

The museum houses important textile collections and historical documents that reflect Danbury's development over centuries. Visitors encounter original artifacts that show how people lived and worked in the city during different periods.

Visitors can explore the buildings and exhibitions through guided tours offered on Fridays and Saturdays. Researchers and those wanting to access the archives should contact ahead of time, as the collections are by appointment only.

The grounds include historical medicinal gardens and formal landscaped areas that remain open to the public from sunrise to sunset throughout the year. These outdoor spaces offer a peaceful contrast to the collections inside the buildings.