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Norwich Hospital artifacts sought for historical program

August 15, 2012 3:00 pm • Last Updated: August 15, 2012 3:36 pm

Preston -- The Preston Historical Society is looking for former Norwich Hospital employees, relatives or friends who may have artifacts from the former state hospital to be showcased during a Sept. 8 event on the history of the town landmark.

This commemorative event will be held Sept. 8 at 1 p.m. at the Preston Veteran's Memorial School, 325 Route 165, Preston.

Anyone who would like to contribute artifacts or other items or memories of the hospital for this event should contact either Linda Christensen of the Preston Historical Society at (860) 887-5828 or Christine Rockledge at (860) 502-0428.

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