Newtown Historical Society Open House

The event will include a friendly and informative tour of this historic house by the docents as well as games inside and out that recreate those partaken by children and adults during Colonial times. Visitors, for example, can learn all about the outdoor game of Graces, also known as French Hoops, where two players stand about 10 feet apart from each other, each equipped with a set of wooden rods or wands. Players send their hoops flying through the air back and forth, each trying to catch it with their wands without it dropping.

As always, the rain or shine event is free but donations are always welcome.