The Griswold Family Association owns and maintains an historic house in Wethersfield, Connecticut. The original house was owned by Michael Griswold; most of the house as it exists today was constructed in 1730 by his son, Michael. The half-brothers Edward and Matthew came to North America in 1639, and settled in Windsor, Connecticut. Francis, who may have been a cousin to Edward, was baptized 10th January, 1605/6 at Henley-in-Arden, Warwickshire. He came to North America in 1636 and settled in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Michael appears to be a fourth cousin once removed to Edward and half brothers Matthew and Thomas. Their common ancestor would be John Greswold, Esq., born c. 1440. Visit the house during our Annual Reunions, or by appointment.
ANNUAL MEETINGS & SPECIAL EVENTS
August 3rd-5th, 2012 - three-day reunion in Macon, GA, site of the Battle of Griswoldville and Samuel Griswold’s factory. There is much to see in this area! Watch for more information in future GFA Bulletins and on our website. Barbara Ryan will chair the event
The 104th Northeast Pennsylvania Griswold Reunion met in August 2011 at Merli-Sarnoski Park, Carbondale, PA, with a Basket Picnic. The event was chaired by Robert and Donald Powell. NEPA will meet in August 2012, details TBA
August 2013 - one-day reunion in site TBA; under consideration are Old Lyme CT and the Florence Griswold Museum.
August 2014 - three-day reunion in Corning NY area, hosted by Sara French and family.
Let us know what your preferences are for location on the first weekend in August. We are always happy to have ideas about where to meet and to have members volunteer to host a reunion. We have published guidelines for running a reunion and several veterans would be happy to share their expertise with you.
We will go wherever there is a Griswold connection and a group of people to host us!
