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The Bridgeport History Center’s hours are as follows:

Thursday: 12 PM to 8 PM
Friday: 10 AM to 5 PM
Saturday: 10 AM to 5 PM

Staffing is quite limited, but it might be possible to make an appointment for collections research during other hours on a very limited basis. Please contact us with the subject line “Research Appointment Request” and we will do our best to accommodate you.

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