Derby Historical Society to host Twelfth Night celebration Sunday

ANSONIA - Sample some colonial favorites and modern day dishes during the Derby Historical Society's annual Twelfth Night celebration from 1-4 p.m. Sunday at the Gen. David Humphreys House, 37 Elm St.

Humphreys House/Photo from Society's website

In Christian tradition Twelfth Night marks the end of the Christmas season.

Tours of the historic home will be given by costumed docents and demonstrations of colonial cookery will be held. 

The gift shop will be open during this fun event.

Admission is $5.

According to information on the Society's website, money raised will help support the ongoing restoration project on the Humphreys House. The money will be matched 100 percent thanks to a generous matching funds opportunity from the Persbacker Foundation.