• Inspire Center – New Theme!

    Recurring

    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. April’s challenge is to design a new type of brush! What will it be used for?

  • Family Program: Heroes on the Homefront

    Why was Connecticut nicknamed the Provisions State? Families will explore the many ways Connecticans provided support during times of war. Shop with ration coupons, get thrifty with recycled materials, make WWII-era mess kits, and more!

  • Inspire Center – New Theme!

    Recurring

    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. April’s challenge is to design a new type of brush! What will it be used for?

  • Family Storytime

    Recurring

    Join us for family story time at the Museum! Cozy up with beanbags and enjoy a reading of a book all about creativity and innovation. Then, families will be challenged to embrace their own inventive spirit by getting crafty in the Inspire Center!

  • Inspire Center – Expanded Hours!

    Recurring

    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.

  • Inspire Center – Expanded Hours!

    Recurring

    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.

  • Inspire Center – Expanded Hours!

    Recurring

    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.

  • Inspire Center – Expanded Hours!

    Recurring

    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.

  • Family Program: Glamorous Gardens

    Do you have a green thumb? No? That’s okay! Join us at the museum to make everything you need to make your garden truly one-of-a-kind – no gardening skills required! Families will paint rocks, decorate flower pots, and design their very own wind chimes to take home.

  • Family Storytime

    Recurring

    Join us for family story time at the Museum! Cozy up with beanbags and enjoy a reading of a book all about creativity and innovation. Then, families will be challenged to embrace their own inventive spirit by getting crafty in the Inspire Center!

  • Free First Weekend – June

    Recurring
    Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

    June 7 and 8 are Free First Weekend at the Museum! That means free admission for all ages, all day long, to our Museum galleries and the Inspire Center. Explore...

  • Inspire Center – New Theme!

    Recurring

    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. June’s challenge is to create a decoration to help the Museum celebrate its 200th birthday!