Brookfield’s Former Cash Crop

BROOKFIELD — Bob Brown and John Furlong will present “The Old Farms of Brookfield,” a panel discussion, on Wednesday, June 24, at 7:30 pm, at Brookfield Historical Society & Museum.

The presentation will include the display a sheaf of old tobacco leaves and a special cutting implement used by Brookfield tobacco growers when the gold leaf served as a major cash crop for the community, along with vintage photos, pertinent slides, and a collection of maps drawn from the museum’s permanent collection.

Ray Waidelich, a historical society member whose family history is deeply linked to Brookfield farming, will lead the discussion along with Mr Brown and Mr Furlong.

The program will take place at Brookfield Museum, 165 Whisconier Road (junction of Routes 25 and 133) in Brookfield Center. Admission is free and complimentary refreshments will be available for attendees.

For more information call 740-8140 or visit BrookfieldCTHistory.org.