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The History of the Immigration of Eastern European Jewish Farmers to Ellington

  • Nellie McKnight Museum 70 Main Street Ellington, CT 06029 United States (map)

Discover the rich history of the immigration of Eastern European Jews to Ellington at the Hall Memorial Library.   By 1909, the Connecticut Jewish Farmers Association of Ellington had seventy-two members, one of the largest settlements of Eastern European Jewish Farmers in the country. In this program, you will learn how and why these immigrants came to Ellington, whether they were successful, and where these families are now.  Register to attend online or by calling the Hall Memorial Library at 860-870-3160

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