The Heart of Learning: Schools and Libraries in Southington & Plantsville

Join us at the Plantsville Congregational United Church of Christ for a presentation about the history of education in Southington and Plantsville.

Registration not required! Free with $10 suggested donation.

Education has long been central to community life in Southington and Plantsville. This program explores how early schools, libraries, and churches worked collaboratively to foster learning, personal development, and civic responsibility. A focal point of the discussion will be both the Southington Public Library and Lewis Academy, which served not only as educational institutions but also as a powerful symbol of the interconnected relationships between industry, faith, and community. Notably, several founders of the Plantsville Congregational Church played key roles in establishing and supporting the Academy, underscoring a shared commitment to both intellectual advancement and spiritual life.