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SUMMARY:Family Program: Summer Fun
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for summer with games and crafts at the Connecticut Museum! Decorate your own visors\, make sand art\, go “fishing\,” and play some classic lawn games like corn hole and ring toss! Then\, go on a scavenger hunt and look closely at objects to explore how people spent their summers long ago. \nThis program is FREE and great for children of all ages. This is a drop-in program; no pre-registration required. Questions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org or 860-236-5621 x222. \nThanks to Berkshire Bank for their generous support of Free First Weekend.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/summerfun/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend 2025
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SUMMARY:Inspire Center - New Theme!
DESCRIPTION: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. With objects and themes changing every other month\, you can enjoy unique experiences all year long! June’s challenge is to create a decoration to help the Museum celebrate its 200th birthday! \nFor more information about this space\, please visit the Inspire Center webpage. The Inspire Center is open every weekend and is included with Museum admission\, which is free the first weekend of the month! Free First Weekend includes free admission to the Museum for all ages and occurs the first Saturday and Sunday of every month. \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 x222\, or email kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenterjune2025/2025-06-08/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend 2025,Inspire Center
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CREATED:20241223T220044Z
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UID:26335-1749394800-1749396600@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION: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! \nThis program is FREE and great for children under the age of 10. This is a drop-in program; no pre-registration required. Questions? Contact Katerina Tamburrino\, Family Programs Manager & Accessibility Coordinator\, at ktamburrino@connecticutmuseum.org\, or call 860-236-5621 x222. \nThanks to Beacon Bank for their\ngenerous support of Free First Weekend.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/storytime/2025-06-08/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Family Story Time,Free First Weekend 2025,Free First Weekend 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
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UID:26364-1751108400-1751126400@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Program: Birthday Bash - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Museum’s 200th birthday with a party full of crafts\, games\, treats\, and the launch of our brand new children’s book\, The Key to Adventure! \nInspired by items from the Museum’s collection\, this book brings Connecticut history to life through the eyes of an adventurous little girl named Prudence. Step into this imaginative world in an immersive exhibit-on-wheels created in partnership with cARTie\, a traveling art museum on a bus. Then\, search for the real objects that inspired this book with a scavenger hunt through the Museum while paying games and completing crafts along the way. Join us for a story time on the top of every hour\, followed by a book signing with the author\, Rebecca Gavin\, and illustrator Mya Concepcion\, both members of our educational staff here at the Museum. \nEach family in attendance will receive one free copy of The Key to Adventure to take home! \nTickets for this event are sold out \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 x222 or email kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org. \nLearn more about The Key to Adventure here. \n  \nBook launch in partnership with\n \n  \nEducational Sponsors\nBarbara Cronin \nContributing Sponsors\n\nDavid S. Barrett  |  Ellen H. Brown \n  \n 
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/family-program-birthday-bash/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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SUMMARY:Family Activity Kits - New Theme!
DESCRIPTION:Family Activity Kits are free take-home resources for families to enjoy\, bringing history and fun together in the comfort of your own home! Please Note: This is not an on-site program. \nEach kit includes crafts\, hands-on activities\, and images of collection items all around a specific theme. With themes changing every other month\, you can enjoy these kits all year long. July-August’s theme is “Fun at the Fair\,” an exploration Connecticut’s fairground traditions! Click here for more information on upcoming themes. \nFamily Activity Kits are available for pick up during all open hours and are included in the cost of admission. There is no need to reserve your bags in advance. \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org\, or call 860-236-5621 x222. \nThese kits are made possible with the generous support of Berkshire Bank.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/activitykitsjuly2025/
CATEGORIES:Family Activity Kits 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250706T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250706T153000
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SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION: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! \nThis program is FREE and great for children under the age of 10. This is a drop-in program; no pre-registration required. Questions? Contact Katerina Tamburrino\, Family Programs Manager & Accessibility Coordinator\, at ktamburrino@connecticutmuseum.org\, or call 860-236-5621 x222. \nThanks to Beacon Bank for their\ngenerous support of Free First Weekend.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/storytime/2025-07-06/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Family Story Time,Free First Weekend 2025,Free First Weekend 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20250513T163635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T163635Z
UID:26585-1751972400-1751983200@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Program: Let's Go on a Picnic!
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Museum for a day all about summertime picnics! Make a paper bag picnic basket\, weave a miniature picnic blanket\, and enjoy your very own pretend picnic complete with toy food and classic summertime games! Families are also encouraged to bring their own picnic lunch to enjoy on the Connecticut Museum grounds. \nThis program is FREE and great for children ages 10 and under. Questions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org or 860-236-5621 x222.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/familyprogrampicnic/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20250513T164405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T164405Z
UID:26587-1752577200-1752588000@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Program: Mysterious Materials
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever heard of a wooden nickel? Or decorations made of hair? Look closely at images of everyday objects and challenge yourself to uncover what wacky materials were used to create them! Then\, see how many common objects you can create using a variety of unconventional and seemingly bizarre items. \nThis program is FREE and great for children of all ages! Questions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org or 860-236-5621 x222.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/familyprogrammysteriousmaterials/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20250513T162835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T162835Z
UID:26579-1754128800-1754152200@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center - New Theme!
DESCRIPTION: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. With objects and themes changing every other month\, you can enjoy unique experiences all year long! August’s challenge is to invent a new way to navigate and help people find their way without getting lost. \nFor more information about this space\, please visit the Inspire Center webpage. The Inspire Center is open every weekend and is included with Museum admission\, which is free the first weekend of the month! Free First Weekend includes free admission to the Museum for all ages and occurs the first Saturday and Sunday of every month. \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 x222\, or email kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenteraugust2025/2025-08-02/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend 2025,Inspire Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20250425T145213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T161946Z
UID:26515-1754132400-1754150400@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Program: Beat the Heat
DESCRIPTION:Escape the heat with the beats and melodies of music! Join us for a FREE\, interactive day of musical discovery through fun classes\, hands-on experiences\, crafts\, snacks\, and more. Whether the kids are singing along with Miss Kaite of Spirit in Tune\, learning to play instruments with Hartford Symphony Orchestra\, or making their own instruments to take home\, families are sure to find something to enjoy! The full schedule for the day is below. Questions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org or 860-236-5621 x222. \nFamilies must pre-register for the free music classes with Spirit in Tune; space is limited!\nREGISTER FOR MUSIC CLASSES\n\n\n\nAll day\nCrafts\, games\, and more!\n–\n11am – 1pm\nSea Chantey Workshop\nled by Jerry Bryant\nFamilies can drop in at any time throughout this workshop\n–\n11 am – 1 pm\nInstrument Discovery Lab\nwith the Hartford Symphony Orchestra\nFamilies can drop in at any time throughout this activity\n–\n1:30  – 3:30 pm\nKona Ice\nFree of charge for the first 100 snow cones.\n–\n2:15 – 3 pm\nBirth – age 5 Music Class\nled by Miss Kaite of Spirit in Tune\nPre-registration required\n–\n3:15 – 4 pm\nAges 6 and up Music Class\nled by Miss Kaite of Spirit in Tune\nPre-registration required \n\n\nFree First Weekends are sponsored by Berkshire Bank.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/beattheheat2025/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20250513T162835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T162835Z
UID:26584-1754222400-1754238600@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center - New Theme!
DESCRIPTION: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. With objects and themes changing every other month\, you can enjoy unique experiences all year long! August’s challenge is to invent a new way to navigate and help people find their way without getting lost. \nFor more information about this space\, please visit the Inspire Center webpage. The Inspire Center is open every weekend and is included with Museum admission\, which is free the first weekend of the month! Free First Weekend includes free admission to the Museum for all ages and occurs the first Saturday and Sunday of every month. \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 x222\, or email kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenteraugust2025/2025-08-03/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend 2025,Inspire Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T153000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20241223T220044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T194838Z
UID:26564-1754233200-1754235000@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION: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! \nThis program is FREE and great for children under the age of 10. This is a drop-in program; no pre-registration required. Questions? Contact Katerina Tamburrino\, Family Programs Manager & Accessibility Coordinator\, at ktamburrino@connecticutmuseum.org\, or call 860-236-5621 x222. \nThanks to Beacon Bank for their\ngenerous support of Free First Weekend.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/storytime/2025-08-03/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Family Story Time,Free First Weekend 2025,Free First Weekend 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20250512T141757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T160557Z
UID:26566-1756807200-1756832400@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Activity Kits - New Theme!
DESCRIPTION:Family Activity Kits are free take-home resources for families to enjoy\, bringing history and fun together in the comfort of your own home! Please Note: This is not an on-site program. \nEach kit includes crafts\, hands-on activities\, and images of collection items all around a specific theme. With themes changing every other month\, you can enjoy these kits all year long. September-October’s theme is “Transportation Exploration\,” a look at transportation throughout Connecticut’s history! Click here for more information on upcoming themes. \nFamily Activity Kits are available for pick up during all open hours and are included in the cost of admission. There is no need to reserve your bags in advance. \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org\, or call 860-236-5621 x222. \nThese kits are made possible with the generous support of Berkshire Bank.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/activitykitssept2025/
CATEGORIES:Family Activity Kits 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20250512T142953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T162240Z
UID:26567-1757156400-1757167200@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Program: Let's Build a City!
DESCRIPTION:Calling all builders! Explore how cities have grown over time\, work together to create a pretend city on a giant map at the Museum\, and design and create your own buildings using boxes\, paper bags\, wooden sticks\, and more. \nThis program is FREE and great for children of all ages. This is a drop-in program; no pre-registration required. Questions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org or 860-236-5621 x222. \nThanks to Berkshire Bank for their generous support of Free First Weekend.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/buildacity/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T153000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20250513T170402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T170705Z
UID:26565-1757257200-1757259000@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Story Time: Celebrate Grandparents' Day!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Grandparents’ Day with a special story time at the Museum! Bring your grandparents and enjoy a reading of a story all about going on vacation with family. Then\, using inspiration from the story\, visit the Inspire Center and invent a new way to help people navigate when they go on fun-filled adventures with their grandparents! \nThis program is FREE and great for children under the age of 10. This is a drop-in program; no pre-registration required. Questions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org or 860-236-5621 x222. \nThanks to Berkshire Bank for their generous support of Free First Weekend.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/familystorytimegrandparentsday/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Family Story Time,Free First Weekend 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20250820T194232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T194232Z
UID:27121-1759572000-1759595400@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center - New Theme!
DESCRIPTION: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. With objects and themes changing every other month\, you can enjoy unique experiences all year long! October’s challenge is to design a tool to make cooking easier! \nFor more information about this space\, please visit the Inspire Center webpage. The Inspire Center is open every weekend and is included with Museum admission\, which is free the first weekend of the month! Free First Weekend includes free admission to the Museum for all ages and occurs the first Saturday and Sunday of every month. \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 x222\, or email kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenteroctober2025/2025-10-04/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend 2025,Inspire Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T140000
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SUMMARY:Family Program: History Mystery
DESCRIPTION:Grab your detective gear and get ready to solve a mystery! Decorate your own magnifying glass\, solve clues\, and search through the galleries for special objects and images. Can you help solve some of history’s mysteries? \nThis program is FREE and great for children of all ages. This is a drop-in program; no pre-registration required. Questions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org or 860-236-5621 x222. \nThanks to Berkshire Bank for their generous support of Free First Weekend.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/historymystery/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20250820T194232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T194232Z
UID:27123-1759665600-1759681800@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center - New Theme!
DESCRIPTION: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. With objects and themes changing every other month\, you can enjoy unique experiences all year long! October’s challenge is to design a tool to make cooking easier! \nFor more information about this space\, please visit the Inspire Center webpage. The Inspire Center is open every weekend and is included with Museum admission\, which is free the first weekend of the month! Free First Weekend includes free admission to the Museum for all ages and occurs the first Saturday and Sunday of every month. \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 x222\, or email kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenteroctober2025/2025-10-05/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend 2025,Inspire Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T153000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20241223T220044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T194838Z
UID:27112-1759676400-1759678200@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION: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! \nThis program is FREE and great for children under the age of 10. This is a drop-in program; no pre-registration required. Questions? Contact Katerina Tamburrino\, Family Programs Manager & Accessibility Coordinator\, at ktamburrino@connecticutmuseum.org\, or call 860-236-5621 x222. \nThanks to Beacon Bank for their\ngenerous support of Free First Weekend.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/storytime/2025-10-05/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Family Story Time,Free First Weekend 2025,Free First Weekend 2026
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251105
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20251017T152509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T152836Z
UID:27264-1762214400-1762300799@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Activity Kits - New Theme!
DESCRIPTION:Family Activity Kits are free take-home resources for families to enjoy\, bringing history and fun together in the comfort of your own home! Please Note: This is not an on-site program. \nEach kit includes crafts\, hands-on activities\, and images of collection items all around a specific theme. With themes changing every other month\, you can enjoy these kits all year long. November-December’s theme is “From Flora to Fauna\,” an exploration of Connecticut’s natural landscape and how it has been used by Native Peoples throughout history and today. Click here for more information on upcoming themes. \nFamily Activity Kits are available for pick up during all open hours and are included in the cost of admission. There is no need to reserve your bags in advance. \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org\, or call 860-236-5621 x222. \nThese kits are made possible with the generous support of Berkshire Bank.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/activitykitsnov2025-2/
CATEGORIES:Family Activity Kits 2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20250820T192224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T194030Z
UID:26830-1765015200-1765038600@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center - New Theme!
DESCRIPTION: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. With objects and themes changing every other month\, you can enjoy unique experiences all year long! December’s challenge is to create a one-of-a-kind doll! \nFor more information about this space\, please visit the Inspire Center webpage. The Inspire Center is open every weekend and is included with Museum admission\, which is free the first weekend of the month! Free First Weekend includes free admission to the Museum for all ages and occurs the first Saturday and Sunday of every month. \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 x222\, or email kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenterdecember2025/2025-12-06/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend 2025,Inspire Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20250717T191436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T150942Z
UID:26831-1765018800-1765029600@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Program: Winter Wonderland
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Museum for a day of wintry fun! Families will make holiday poppers to celebrate the new year\, decorate cards for loved ones\, and create a one-of-a-kind window decoration inspired by some of Connecticut’s iconic wintry window displays. \nThis program is FREE and great for children of all ages. This is a drop-in program; no pre-registration required. Questions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org or 860-236-5621 x222. \nThanks to Berkshire Bank\, a Division of Beacon Bank & Trust\nfor their generous support of Free First Weekend.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/winterwonderland/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend 2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20250820T192224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T194031Z
UID:27120-1765108800-1765125000@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center - New Theme!
DESCRIPTION: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. With objects and themes changing every other month\, you can enjoy unique experiences all year long! December’s challenge is to create a one-of-a-kind doll! \nFor more information about this space\, please visit the Inspire Center webpage. The Inspire Center is open every weekend and is included with Museum admission\, which is free the first weekend of the month! Free First Weekend includes free admission to the Museum for all ages and occurs the first Saturday and Sunday of every month. \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 x222\, or email kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenterdecember2025/2025-12-07/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend 2025,Inspire Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T153000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20241223T220044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T194839Z
UID:27113-1765119600-1765121400@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION: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! \nThis program is FREE and great for children under the age of 10. This is a drop-in program; no pre-registration required. Questions? Contact Katerina Tamburrino\, Family Programs Manager & Accessibility Coordinator\, at ktamburrino@connecticutmuseum.org\, or call 860-236-5621 x222. \nThanks to Beacon Bank for their\ngenerous support of Free First Weekend.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/storytime/2025-12-07/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Family Story Time,Free First Weekend 2025,Free First Weekend 2026
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251224T143000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20251114T171532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T151643Z
UID:27372-1766570400-1766586600@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center - Expanded Hours
DESCRIPTION: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. The Inspire Center is included with the cost of museum admission. \nAlthough this space is usually only open on the weekends\, the Museum is excited to offer more opportunities for fun during the school break! These expanded hours are sponsored by CREC Museum Academy. \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 x222\, or email kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenterexpandedhours2025/2025-12-24/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Inspire Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251226T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251226T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20251114T171532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T151643Z
UID:27373-1766743200-1766766600@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center - Expanded Hours
DESCRIPTION: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. The Inspire Center is included with the cost of museum admission. \nAlthough this space is usually only open on the weekends\, the Museum is excited to offer more opportunities for fun during the school break! These expanded hours are sponsored by CREC Museum Academy. \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 x222\, or email kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenterexpandedhours2025/2025-12-26/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Inspire Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251227T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251227T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20250717T191523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T124934Z
UID:26840-1766844000-1766851200@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Cocoa and Crafts: Slothee Wants Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Lot of people love coffee! But where does it all come from? Visit the Museum for a reading of Slothee Wants Coffee while sipping hot cocoa (or coffee for the adults!) and munching on treats. Then\, make slothee-themed crafts and explore the exhibit Coffee: A Connecticut Story to learn more about this delicious beverage! \nThis program is included with admission and great for children under 10. This is a drop-in program; no preregistration required. Questions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org or 860-236-5621 x222.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/slotheewantscoffee/
CATEGORIES:Cocoa and Crafts 2025,Family Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251228T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251228T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20250717T191456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T125224Z
UID:26837-1766930400-1766937600@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Cocoa and Crafts: The Key to Adventure
DESCRIPTION:What adventures can happen within museum walls? How do you unlock those adventures? Join us for a special reading of The Key to Adventure\, the Museum’s newly published children’s book\, and meet the author! Inspired by items from the Museum’s collection\, this book brings Connecticut history to life through the eyes of an adventurous little girl named Prudence. Munch on treats\, sip hot chocolate\, and decorate a special key to take on endless imaginative adventures. \nThis program is included with admission and great for children under 10. This is a drop-in program; no preregistration required. Questions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org or 860-236-5621 x222.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/thekeytoadventure/
CATEGORIES:Cocoa and Crafts 2025,Family Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251230T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251230T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20251114T171532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T151643Z
UID:27376-1767088800-1767112200@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center - Expanded Hours
DESCRIPTION: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. The Inspire Center is included with the cost of museum admission. \nAlthough this space is usually only open on the weekends\, the Museum is excited to offer more opportunities for fun during the school break! These expanded hours are sponsored by CREC Museum Academy. \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 x222\, or email kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenterexpandedhours2025/2025-12-30/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Inspire Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T143000
DTSTAMP:20260530T064531
CREATED:20251114T171532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T151644Z
UID:27377-1767175200-1767191400@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center - Expanded Hours
DESCRIPTION: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. The Inspire Center is included with the cost of museum admission. \nAlthough this space is usually only open on the weekends\, the Museum is excited to offer more opportunities for fun during the school break! These expanded hours are sponsored by CREC Museum Academy. \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 x222\, or email kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenterexpandedhours2025/2025-12-31/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Inspire Center
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