The Historical Society was founded in 1962 for the purpose of uniting people who love history, customs, traditions, old artifacts and historic buildings. It encourages the preservation and special displays of artifacts and documents that pertain to Somers' past.

The Society's headquarters is the Somers Historical Museum, located on the common in the town of Somers, Connecticut.

The Somers Historical Society Museum , 11 Battle Street Somers, CT 749-6437 or 749-5735.