A thoughtful gift this holiday season . . . give a gift membership to the Adam Stanton House & General Store. Membership levels include: Individual $25, Family $40, Supporting $100, Patron $500 or Benefactor Life Member $1,000.  

The Stanton museum is an historic house of national importance. Having never left the Stanton family, the house retains its original furnishings and is a true time capsule in the way few such museums are. It’s also architecturally exceptional, notable for its large scale and the presence of an authentic 18th century general store. The museum boasts 11 fireplaces and one smoke oven.  It was granted nonprofit 501(c)(3) status in 1917.

A museum membership includes: Notices throughout the year to exciting upcoming events that include certain discounts; an invitation to “Members Only” events, a newsletter subscription, and pride in supporting a treasured local landmark! In February, the museum is holding a “Victorian Valentine’s Celebration” (masks & costumes encouraged) and our popular “Tavern Night” this spring where guests are invited to play historic games and enjoy scrumptious appetizers, refreshments and live music.

To purchase a Gift Membership please email: adamstantonhouse@gmail.com Select the level of membership with your payment and the museum will be happy to arrange to send out a gift card to the recipient of your choice.

The Adam Stanton House and General Store was built in 1791 by a wealthy, striving merchant-businessman whose entrepreneurial spirit and extraordinary taste can be seen in every aspect of this unique house museum. Filled with clothing, furnishings, documents, and store inventory all belonging to the original Stanton family, the house provides a glimpse into 18th and 19th century life in a privileged New England family home. In 1916, the house was left in trust by Adam Stanton's heirs to become a house museum. It has been open to the public ever since.  Adam Stanton House, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3).

Please click on the CT Valley Shore News Station logo above to watch a brief tour of the Adam Stanton House given by museum Past President Bob Bruch and filmed and edited by CVSN Kristie Kaminski with Board of Director Dale T. Moore & husband David, a.k.a., “Mr. & Mrs. Stanton” on scene in period dress.

The Adam Stanton House, Inc., is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All contributions are full tax deductible.