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Keeney Memorial Cultural Center History

• This handsome brick and brownstone building was erected in 1893 to serve as a public high school and has served a variety of community functions over time. In partnership with the Town of Wethersfield, the historical society began a million dollar renovation in 1985. Renaming of the new cultural center for Navy Ensign Robert Allan Keeney, recognized a leadership gift to the project by Wethersfield patron Emma Keeney.
• The Fountain of Service and Memorial Gardens were installed at the new entrance to the building and dedicated in June 2000. The fountain, benches, sculptures and beds of seasonal flowers with boxwood borders provide a lovely setting for contemplation or photographs.

• The Keeney Center benefited from a complete restoration in 2008, offering the public an opportunity to experience this glorious historic structure in its prime.