Lost in New Haven (LOST) is an immersive, interactive history museum. Our Mission: Lost in New Haven preserves the stories, objects, and voices that make up New Haven's living history — collecting what communities have saved and returning it to the public, together. Our Vision: We believe every neighborhood has a history worth keeping, and every person has a story worth telling. Lost in New Haven envisions a city where no community's past is forgotten, where history belongs to the people who made it, and where a shared sense of place strengthens the fabric of civic life. Our Values: Community first. We follow the lead of the neighborhoods we serve. Our collection grows through relationships, not transactions — built on trust, reciprocity, and a genuine commitment to the people whose stories we hold. Inclusive. New Haven's history is as diverse as its people. We actively seek out the stories that have been overlooked, underfunded, or left out of the official record — and we make space for them. Access for all. History shouldn't require a membership or a degree to understand. We design every experience to be welcoming, legible, and meaningful to anyone who walks through our doors. Stewardship with integrity. We take seriously the responsibility of holding other people's memories. We care for every artifact, photograph, and oral history with the respect it deserves. Collaboration over competition. We are stronger alongside our partners — schools, libraries, universities, and community organizations — than we are alone.