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Founded in 1916 with the goal of preserving and displaying memorabilia from Wallingford's rich history and providing a source of education about our ever-evolving, centuries old town.

Our Locations

Parsons House
180 South Main Street

Hours
Sundays 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Memorial Day thru Labor Day 

Yalesville Library
400 Church Street

Hours
Currently under construction 

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Upcoming Events

  • Christmas Open House
    Christmas Open House
    Dec 07, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Parsons House, 180 S Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492, USA
    Dec 07, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Parsons House, 180 S Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492, USA
    Visit and explore the historic Parson House and experience an old fashion Christmas. Stop in and enjoy cookies, refreshments and Christmas Carolers. Admission is free, but donations are welcome.
  • Wreaths Across America
    Wreaths Across America
    Dec 09, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Wallingford, 45 S Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492, USA
    Dec 09, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Wallingford, 45 S Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492, USA
    Remember the fallen. Honor those who serve. Teach the next generation the value of freedom. It’s the mission of Wreaths Across America.
  • New Years Eve Bell Ringing
    New Years Eve Bell Ringing
    Dec 31, 2025, 11:00 PM – Jan 01, 2026, 12:30 AM
    Wallingford, 180 S Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492, USA
    Dec 31, 2025, 11:00 PM – Jan 01, 2026, 12:30 AM
    Wallingford, 180 S Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492, USA
    Join us at the Parsons House as we ring in 2026.
  • Red, White & You Parade
    Red, White & You Parade
    Jun 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Wallingford, N Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492, USA
    Jun 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Wallingford, N Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492, USA
    Celebrate Americas 250th Birthday with a truly patriot parade
  • Shop, Sip & Stroll
    Shop, Sip & Stroll
    Jun 20, 2026, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Wallingford, N Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492, USA
    Jun 20, 2026, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Wallingford, N Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492, USA
    Don’t dash after the parade—stay and celebrate the best of Wallingford!
  • American Dance Revolution!
    American Dance Revolution!
    Jun 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Wallingford, Simpson Ct, Wallingford, CT 06492, USA
    Jun 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Wallingford, Simpson Ct, Wallingford, CT 06492, USA
    After a full day of parades, art, food, and fun, there’s still one more celebration to keep the energy high and the good times rolling!
  • Red, White & Hue: WACA Art Show
    Red, White & Hue: WACA Art Show
    Jun 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Wallingford, N Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492, USA
    Jun 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Wallingford, N Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492, USA
    Celebrate the colorful creativity of our community at Red, White & Hue, the Wallingford Arts & Culture Association’s Semiquincentennial Art Show.
  • Porch Beats & Patriotic Seats: Wallingford’s PorchFest
    Porch Beats & Patriotic Seats: Wallingford’s PorchFest
    Jun 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Wallingford, N Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492, USA
    Jun 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Wallingford, N Main St, Wallingford, CT 06492, USA
    Bring your lawn chairs, walking shoes, and patriotic spirit for Porch Beats & Patriotic Seats—Wallingford’s own PorchFest!
  • Freedom & Fun: Family Day on the Green
    Freedom & Fun: Family Day on the Green
    Jun 21, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Wallingford, 333 Christian St, Wallingford, CT 06492, USA
    Jun 21, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Wallingford, 333 Christian St, Wallingford, CT 06492, USA
    Wrap up a weekend of celebration with a big dose of family fun!

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