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Explore the vibrant history of Kent, CT through collections and engaging programs designed to educate and inspire.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Engage with history through guided tours and hands-on workshops that bring the past to life. Classes and groups may visit Seven Hearths Museum or Skiff Mountain School.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Unlock the secrets of Kent\u2019s history with guided research sessions in our archives.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Attend lectures by historians on the cultural heritage and historical significance of Kent.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Use the form below to contact Kent Historical Society for research and educational programs.<\/p>\n

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