July 8, 2026

A Tale of Two Coats: the story of Colonel John Durkee of Norwich In-Person

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A Tale of Two Coats presents an exclusive and in-depth story of Colonel John Durkee of Norwich who fought in the Revolutionary War:  This is a first-person perspective where our presenter Dayne Rugh assumes the identity of Colonel Durkee himself complete in historic costuming reflecting his role as a military Colonel. He will also discuss his book John Durkee: The Forgotten Story of Connecticut's Bold Man From Bean Hill.  Dayne's book will also be available for sale.  

Registration is suggested.  

Dayne Rugh is the Director of the Slater Memorial Museum in Norwich.  

Waterford Public Library is a proud affiliate of the America 250 | CT Commission.

Thank you to Eversource for funding a portion of our America's 250th Anniversary events throughout this year. 

Location Waterford Public Library

49 Rope Ferry Road
Waterford CT, 06385

Times
July 8, 6:30 - 7:30 PM