Newtown Historical Society will host an open house on Sunday, November 15, from 12 to 4 pm, at The Matthew Curtiss House, 44 Main Street.

Maintained by the historical society as a house museum that also serves as the society’s headquarters, the circa 1750 building houses displayed collections that are intended to represent the house throughout its life. Artifacts range from a tall case clock made in Newtown in the 1780s by Ebenezer Smith and a 19th Century weathervane that swung round the barn of Scrabble developer James Brunot in the 20th Century, to 20th Century graphics and needlework. All the items in the House reflect either a direct Newtown connection or are examples of things that might well have been used in the town, whether for work, play, or to celebrate an occasion.

Costumed docents will be available to lead tours. Guests will also be welcome through the house on their own.

In addition, Rebecca Starkins of A Fashionable Frolic will bring history alive by providing visual and tactile access to the past. She will showcase various wardrobe items worn by women in the 18th Century, from shoes and shifts to higher-class hats and lower-class linens. All together, these objects will show the many layers that defined the iconic look of early American women.

For additional information about the historical society or Sunday’s event, call 203-426-5937 or visit newtownhistory.org.