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December 2024

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Dec 14 2024
December 14

SOLD OUT! Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Remembering G. Fox and Co.

December 14 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Join us for a behind-the scenes tour at the Connecticut Museum to see our collection of memorabilia from Hartford’s most iconic department store.

Dec 14 2024
December 14

SOLD OUT! Stained-Glass Workshop with Francis Barkyoumb

December 14 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Curious about the art of stained-glass? Join us for an introductory level workshop with local stained glass and restoration artist Francis Barkyoumb of Glass Dance Studio.

Dec 15 2024
December 15

SOLD OUT: Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Remembering G. Fox and Co.

December 15 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Join us for a behind-the scenes tour at the Connecticut Museum to see our collection of memorabilia from Hartford’s most iconic department store.

Dec 21 2024
December 21

Cocoa and Crafts: The Coffeemonsters Book

December 21 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Did you know coffee stains can be used to make silly monsters? Sip hot cocoa and munch on treats while enjoying a reading of The Coffeemonsters Book, written by Stefan Kunhigk. Then, families will make their own book of coffee-stain monsters and short stories.

Dec 24 2024
December 24

Inspire Center

December 24 @ 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
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The Inspire Center brings history and problem-solving together in a hands-on creative space for visitors of all ages. Look closely at objects from the Connecticut Museum collection, get inspired, and work together to create something new. 

Dec 26 2024
December 26

Inspire Center

December 26 @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
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The Inspire Center brings history and problem-solving together in a hands-on creative space for visitors of all ages. Look closely at objects from the Connecticut Museum collection, get inspired, and work together to create something new. 

Dec 27 2024
December 27

Inspire Center

December 27 @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
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The Inspire Center brings history and problem-solving together in a hands-on creative space for visitors of all ages. Look closely at objects from the Connecticut Museum collection, get inspired, and work together to create something new. 

Dec 28 2024
December 28

Inspire Center

December 28 @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
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The Inspire Center brings history and problem-solving together in a hands-on creative space for visitors of all ages. Look closely at objects from the Connecticut Museum collection, get inspired, and work together to create something new. 

Dec 28 2024
December 28

Cocoa and Crafts: The Coffeemonsters Book

December 28 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Did you know coffee stains can be used to make silly monsters? Or that these monsters each have their own backstories and adventures? Visit the Museum for a reading of short stories from The Coffeemonsters Book, written by Stefan Kunhigk, while sipping hot cocoa (coffee for the adults!) and munching on treats. Then, families will make their own book of coffee-stain monsters and short stories.

Dec 29 2024
December 29

Inspire Center

December 29 @ 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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The Inspire Center brings history and problem-solving together in a hands-on creative space for visitors of all ages. Look closely at objects from the Connecticut Museum collection, get inspired, and work together to create something new. 

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One Elizabeth Street
Hartford CT, 06105

860.236.5621

 

Museum Hours:

Tuesday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm, Thursday until 8 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm

Research Center Hours:

Tuesday-Saturday 12 pm - 5 pm, Thursday until 8 pm
Always by appointment only.