West Hartford House Tour: Houses of Worship

Sunday, November 14 from 12:30-4:30, explore the stunning architecture, history, and community impact of West Hartford's houses of worship. The 2021 museum fall fundraiser offers a curated tour of some of the town's most iconic houses of worship, as well as providing information about various religions practiced in West Hartford that do not have permanent locations. At each site, guests will learn about the architectural features of the building, the story of the congregation and why it was established in West Hartford, and how it has interacted with the community over time. A total of six sites will be open as part of the Houses of Worship tour. While touring the sites, guests will learn more about the individual stories of each house of worship, the people who were involved, and how it has engaged the community of West Hartford. Guests will receive a commemorative program with historic images and information about each location, as well as information about the history of various religious groups that practice in West Hartford. Advance tickets are $30; $25 for museum members. Tickets will be available for purchase the day of the event for $35 at First Church, West Hartford, and St. John's Episcopal Church. A virtual-only option. The museum is creating a series of videos chronicling each location that includes present-day footage, historic imagery, interviews, and stories. With a $15 contribution, you receive exclusive early access to the videos on November 14 and a digital program replete with information about each site. The videos will not otherwise be available to the public until December 2021. The West Hartford House Tour - Houses of Worship event is a fundraiser for the Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society, a not-for-profit museum. A portion of ticket sales will also be donated to participating houses of worship