The Society continues to participate in local history studies with the Coventry schools. The Society recognizes the need to teach children to understand the importance of preserving history. As they grow older, we hope they will continue to be active participants in the preservation of our history.
Coventry Colonial Camp, cosponsored with the Antiquarian & Landmarks Society, is a one-week day camp held in July for youngsters in the 5th, 6th, and 7th grades. All Coventry Historical Society sites, as well as the Hale Homestead, are used for this program.
The Society also works collaboratively with Eagle Scouts on individual projects that contribute to the preservation of Coventry history.
Stew and Story Night has become an annual, sellout event. Members and guests gather 'round the fireplace as stories from Coventry's past are recalled and everyone enjoys a sumptuous hearth cooked meal.
Privy Project. The return of the Strong-Porter Outhouse was a momentous event in the life of the Society after having been located at the Hale Homestead for many years. A grant for $5,000 from the Quinebaug Shetucket Heritage Corridor helped fund the restoration of the outhouse.
The Great Barn Project. Coventry Eagle Scout candidate Chris Ferguson took on a monstrous project to uncover the foundation of the Great Barn at the Strong Porter House Museum. As a result of his efforts, visitors to the museum can imagine the size of the barn and how prosperous this farm must have been during the 19th century.