Posted on April 24, 2020 by Jenny ONeill

From our intern Mark Allen The Panama Canal is one of the greatest achievements in American ingenuity, and serves as the perfect symbol of an entire era of our politics. Despite the moral quandaries one might have with how we procured the land (starting a revolution in a sovereign nation and all), the Panama Canal […]

Posted on February 7, 2020 by Jenny ONeill

One of the most cited reason for studying history is to learn from the past. While that is true, there is another key purpose that is mentioned far less often: reflection. Through this newspaper before us, the Boston Gazette, we can see a world not dissimilar from our own. In fact, you could even say […]

Posted on February 6, 2020 by Jenny ONeill

This collection of vintage Valentine’s Day cards was donated by Betsy Acheson 2011.027.Which one is your favorite?    

Posted on December 19, 2019 by Jenny ONeill

I suspect that many Westporters have in their possession a piece of John Babcock’s miniature furniture. Such pieces may be considered dollhouse furniture, but the level of craftsmanship elevates his work to something more than just toys for child’s play. Fortunately, the Westport Historical Society has a representative sample of this miniature furniture. Made by […]