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What's New? VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Leffingwell House Wish List

Like most non-profits, we rely on the generosity of our members and the community we serve for support and donations. In addition to your membership, which we really hope you will consider, from time to time we need items that are not in our budget but are very important to enhancing the museum and the work we do providing a look into Norwich's history and role in the American Revolution. Thanks for helping the Leffingwell House Museum!

Don't hesitate to call Beryl Fishbone at 860-887-9000 to arrange pick-up, delivery or donation. Or if you have items you are unsure the museum can use. Thank you!

Help Make a Storytime Memory

Storytime Update: Our current electrical system does not allow us to run the lights and our new fireplace inserts at the same time. Let's face it, atmosphere adds a lot to a story!

The electrical breaker box needs to be updated and grounded so that additional lighting for evening programs can be installed safely. An estimate has been received for $1,050.00 for installing the box including labor but not including any light fixtures. Can you help by making a donation to the story time fund? $5, $10 any amount will help. Please send your donation to Treasurer, Society of the Founders of Norwich, PO Box 13, Norwich, CT and identify what how it is to be used.

Items We Sure Could Use!

If you are thinking of making a donation the list of items is endless!
~Beryl Fishbone, Program Manager

  1. We need a new American Flag to fly on the flag pole. Ours was too tattered to continue to fly.
  2. We need to have the big lawn sign re-done near the corner.
  3. The banner donated five years ago is more tape than banner.
  4. Everyone knows what the "OPEN" flag says even though it's so faded it can hardly be read.
  5. Outside of the building is in need of scraping and painting.
  6. Would anyone consider donating another full container of gas for the grill?
  7. Gas card for fuel for the lawn mowers would be appreciated.
  8. Letter size copy paper (8 1/2 x 11)
  9. AA Batteries for wall clocks
  10. Acid Free Tissue paper
  11. Acid Free Archival Protection Sleeves
  12. Acid Free Archival Boxes
  13. Corporate Sponsors
  14. Fundraising Help
  15. Hammer
  16. Large clear plastic storage bags
  17. Light bulbs
  18. Liquid Hand Soap
  19. Micro Cleaning Cloths
  20. Open House Refreshment Sponsor
  21. Outdoor Sign Easels
  22. Portable large Outdoor Tent
  23. Power weed whacker
  24. Rechargeable Flash Lights
  25. Sponsor for 1 month's electric
  26. Sponsor for one membership mailing
  27. Summer Program Refreshment Sponsors
  28. Tissues & Toilet paper
  29. Trash bags
  30. Yard maintenance tools

About Volunteering

As activity increases at the museum, more than ever we need more volunteers. Please consider spending an afternoon or two at the museum. During the fall shoulder season is the perfect time to plan exhibits for next year and for freshening our displays.