Glebe House Museum Celebrates 100 Years with a Spellbinding New Twist on a Beloved Favorite

As the Glebe House Museum proudly celebrates its 100th anniversary, they are bringing exciting new life to an audience favorite. Their popular “Witch of Woodbury” program is being reimagined in an altogether spellbinding format — a live theatrical podcast presentation, featuring the haunting history of local legend Moll Cramer and others accused of witchcraft in colonial Connecticut.

Inspired by the captivating portrayal of Moll Cramer by long-time museum volunteer Linda Barr-Gale, this historical tale has transcended the cemetery gates and now takes center stage in a dramatic, full-length evening performance like never before. What began as a one-woman tribute has grown into a dynamic theatrical podcast, bringing the voices of the past forward in a rich and immersive storytelling experience.

“For Whom Did the Bell Toll?” — A New Historical Experience

JStep back in time with us at the Glebe House as the legendary Moll Cramer, often called the “Witch of Woodbury,” returns to lead you through the mysterious and haunting stories of colonial Connecticut’s witch trials. Moll, your enigmatic host, will introduce you to the lives and legends of Thomas Allyn—a man ensnared by suspicion and superstition; Rebecca Greensmith—one of Hartford’s best-known accused; and Katherine Harrison—a wealthy widow whose fortune became her curse. Together, you’ll uncover why the Connecticut River Valley became a hotbed for some of America’s earliest witch executions, and how fear and folklore shaped the destinies of ordinary people.

Tickets & Information

This event will take place at the Old Town Hall, on 5 Mountain Road in Woodbury, Connecticut on Saturday, October 4th. The doors to the performance open at 5:45 pm and the show begins at 6:30 pm. Admission is $25 per person for general seating. The performance will run about 2.5 hours with intermission, where complimentary refreshments will be served. Due to high demand and limited seating, advance purchase is strongly recommended. Visit www.glebehousemuseum.org, contact the museum at 203-263-2855, or office@glebehousemuseum.org for details and reservations. This program is not recommended for children under 14.

Join the Glebe House in honoring 100 years of history by stepping into a spellbound night of drama, mystery, and truth hidden in the past.