The Newtown Historical Society will host an open house at its headquarters, The Matthew Curtiss House, on Sunday March 15, from noon to 4 pm.

During this month’s open house the special guests will be Patricia Campbell, a dance caller, and Fran Hendrickson, who will accompany her on keyboards. This is an interactive family event, where visitors 8 years old and up will have the opportunity to learn and participate in a 45-minute session.

Sessions will begin at 12:30, 1:30 and 2:30, and each is limited to 20 participants. Registration is required for the dancing, and can be done by sending an email to bkwilsonhistory@yahoo.com; be sure to indicate how many people are being registered and for which session in the email.

The public is also invited to visit and tour the building at 44 Main Street any time between noon and 4 pm.  The house/museum, a fine example of Connecticut saltbox architecture, was constructed circa 1750 and purchased by Matthew Curtiss Jr in 1781. In 1970 the historical society purchased and restored the house to its original condition.

Junior and senior docents will be available to answer questions about the house and its history, as well as provide guided tours by request.

For additional information call 203-426-5937 or visit newtownhistory.org.