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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! 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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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:20250708T110000
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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:20250706T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250706T153000
DTSTAMP:20260721T175955Z
CREATED:20241223T220044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T175955Z
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SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for family storytime 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. For information on how to request specific accommodations\, including ASL interpretation\, please visit our Accessibility at the Museum page. 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:20250701T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T170000
DTSTAMP:20250512T140053Z
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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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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 Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for family storytime 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. For information on how to request specific accommodations\, including ASL interpretation\, please visit our Accessibility at the Museum page. 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:20250608T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T163000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T140000
DTSTAMP:20250303T213223Z
CREATED:20250303T213223Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T163000
DTSTAMP:20250410T145325Z
CREATED:20250410T145243Z
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UID:10012642-1749290400-1749313800@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! 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/inspirecenterjune2025/2025-06-07/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend 2025,Inspire Center
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250609
DTSTAMP:20250527T165905Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T165905Z
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SUMMARY:Free First Weekend - June
DESCRIPTION: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. \nExplore our newest exhibition\, Then\, Now Next\, 200 Years and Counting\, or Coffee: A Connecticut Story\, plus permanent galleries throughout the Museum. \nFamilies\, don’t forget to join us at Saturday’s free family program\, “Summer Fun” at 11 am\, and Sunday’s “Family Story Time” at 3 pm. \nFree First Weekend falls on the first full weekend (Saturday to Sunday) of each month. No pre-registration required!
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/free-first-weekend-3/2025-06-07/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T153000
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SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for family storytime 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. For information on how to request specific accommodations\, including ASL interpretation\, please visit our Accessibility at the Museum page. 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/2025-05-04/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Family Story Time,Free First Weekend 2025,Free First Weekend 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T140000
DTSTAMP:20250303T163323Z
CREATED:20250303T163323Z
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SUMMARY:Family Program: Glamorous Gardens
DESCRIPTION: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. Need some inspiration? Take a look at garden-themed objects and photos from the Museum’s collection! \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/glamorousgardens/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T163000
DTSTAMP:20250225T112723Z
CREATED:20250221T213731Z
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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 made possible with funding from the 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/inspirecenter/2025-04-18/
CATEGORIES:Inspire Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T153000
DTSTAMP:20250225T112723Z
CREATED:20250221T213731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T112723Z
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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 made possible with funding from the 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/inspirecenter/2025-04-17/
CATEGORIES:Inspire Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T163000
DTSTAMP:20250225T112723Z
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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 made possible with funding from the 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/inspirecenter/2025-04-16/
CATEGORIES:Inspire Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T163000
DTSTAMP:20250225T112723Z
CREATED:20250221T213731Z
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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 made possible with funding from the 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/inspirecenter/2025-04-15/
CATEGORIES:Inspire Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T153000
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SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for family storytime 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. For information on how to request specific accommodations\, including ASL interpretation\, please visit our Accessibility at the Museum page. 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/2025-04-06/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Family Story Time,Free First Weekend 2025,Free First Weekend 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T163000
DTSTAMP:20250221T214322Z
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UID:10012622-1743940800-1743957000@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! April’s challenge is to design a new type of brush! What will it be used for? \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/inspirecenterapril2025/2025-04-06/
CATEGORIES:Inspire Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T140000
DTSTAMP:20250221T204542Z
CREATED:20250221T204542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T204542Z
UID:10011167-1743850800-1743861600@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Program: Heroes on the Homefront
DESCRIPTION: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! \nThis program is FREE and great for children of all ages. For more information\, please contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 x222\, or email kmazzacane@connectcutmuseum.org. \nThis program falls on Free First Weekend\, which includes free admission to the Museum for all ages and occurs the first Saturday and Sunday of every month. Thanks to Berkshire Bank for their generous support of Free First Weekend.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/heroesonthehomefront/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T163000
DTSTAMP:20250221T214322Z
CREATED:20250221T214322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T214322Z
UID:10012621-1743847200-1743870600@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! April’s challenge is to design a new type of brush! What will it be used for? \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/inspirecenterapril2025/2025-04-05/
CATEGORIES:Inspire Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T200000
DTSTAMP:20241112T211154Z
CREATED:20241112T211154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T211154Z
UID:10012583-1742580000-1742587200@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Movie Night: Cars
DESCRIPTION:Lightning McQueen wins again! Join us for a special showing of Cars\, a movie about a famous\, trouble-making racecar who finds himself stranded along Route 66. Watch as he forms unexpected friendships with a group of silly\, fun-loving cars and trucks from the tiny town of Radiator Springs.  \nFamilies are encouraged to bring pillows and blankets and wear their comfiest pajamas! Free popcorn and juice boxes will be provided. Quiet toys and activities to enjoy during the movie will also be available. Doors open at 5:30 pm\, and the movie begins at 6 pm. \nThis program is FREE and great for children 12 and under. Pre-registration is encouraged but walk-ins are welcome. Tickets are free but space is limited! Get tickets now to reserve your spot. \nGET FREE TICKETS \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/cars/
CATEGORIES:Family Movie Night 2025,Family Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T153000
DTSTAMP:20260721T175955Z
CREATED:20241223T220044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T175955Z
UID:10011130-1740927600-1740929400@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for family storytime 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. For information on how to request specific accommodations\, including ASL interpretation\, please visit our Accessibility at the Museum page. 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/2025-03-02/
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:20250302T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T163000
DTSTAMP:20250127T185253Z
CREATED:20250127T185253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T185253Z
UID:10012580-1740916800-1740933000@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center - Open Weekends!
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! March‘s challenge is to create a new way to teach the alphabet! \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/inspirecentermarch2025/2025-03-02/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Inspire Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T163000
DTSTAMP:20250127T185253Z
CREATED:20250127T185253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T185253Z
UID:10012579-1740830400-1740846600@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center - Open Weekends!
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! March‘s challenge is to create a new way to teach the alphabet! \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/inspirecentermarch2025/2025-03-01/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Inspire Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T140000
DTSTAMP:20241223T220213Z
CREATED:20241223T220213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T220213Z
UID:10012576-1740826800-1740837600@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Program: Mug-nificent Masterpieces
DESCRIPTION:Espresso yourself with coffee art! Families will make one-of-a-kind coffee mugs\, try their hand at cappuccino-inspired foam art\, and design collages using a variety of coffee materials. For inspiration\, families can explore the exhibit Coffee: A Connecticut Story. \nThis program is FREE and great for children of all ages. For more information\, please contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 x222\, or email kmazzacane@connectcutmuseum.org. \nThis program falls on Free First Weekend\, which includes free admission to the Museum for all ages and occurs the first Saturday and Sunday of every month. Thanks to Berkshire Bank for their generous support of Free First Weekend.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/mugnificentmasterpieces/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T160000
DTSTAMP:20250213T171136Z
CREATED:20241218T175623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T171136Z
UID:10012614-1740222000-1740240000@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Lunar New Year Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in our Lunar New Year Celebration! Our free tickets are now sold out. We hope you will check out some of the other exciting events happening at the Connecticut Museum! Our events calendar can be found here: https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/do-learn/upcoming-events. Thank you\, and we hope to see you soon! \nOur Lunar New Celebration returns in 2025 on Saturday\, February 22! Celebrate the Year of the Snake with Connecticut’s vibrant Asian American Pacific Islander community. Let’s unite as friends\, neighbors\, and supporters to welcome prosperity and good fortune in the year ahead. Enjoy food\, crafts\, live performances\, and more at this family friendly event. Free and open to all! We are thrilled to partner once again with the Asian and Pacific American Coalition. \nLearn more here: https://connecticutmuseum.org/lunarnewyear \nNote: This event will be held at:\nCT State Community College\, Manchester\nGreat Path\, Manchester\, CT 06040\nat the Arts\, Sciences\, and Technology Center. \nPlease note: Due to space and crowd control\, attendees must get timed tickets in advance in order to enter this event\, and will only be able to enter during the times listed on their ticket. Thank you for your understanding as we strive to create the best experience for you! \n 
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/lny2025/
LOCATION:CT State Community College\, Manchester\, Great Path\, Manchester\, 06040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Family Programs,Free,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T200000
DTSTAMP:20241112T211234Z
CREATED:20241112T211234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T211234Z
UID:10012582-1738951200-1738958400@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Movie Night: Elemental
DESCRIPTION:What happens when fire and water join forces? Join us for a special showing of Elemental\, and follow Ember\, a strong-willed fire person\, and Wade\, a fun-loving water person\, on their adventures through Element City and Firetown!  \nFamilies are encouraged to bring pillows and blankets and wear their comfiest pajamas! Free popcorn and juice boxes will be provided. Quiet toys and activities to enjoy during the movie will also be available. Doors open at 5:30 pm\, and the movie begins at 6 pm. \nThis program is FREE and great for children 12 and under. Pre-registration is encouraged but walk-ins are welcome. Tickets are free but space is limited! Get tickets now to reserve your spot. \nGET FREE TICKETS \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/elemental/
CATEGORIES:Family Movie Night 2025,Family Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T153000
DTSTAMP:20260721T175955Z
CREATED:20241223T220044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T175955Z
UID:10011129-1738508400-1738510200@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for family storytime 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. For information on how to request specific accommodations\, including ASL interpretation\, please visit our Accessibility at the Museum page. 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/2025-02-02/
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:20250202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T163000
DTSTAMP:20250127T185159Z
CREATED:20250127T185159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T185159Z
UID:10012578-1738497600-1738513800@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! February’s challenge is to create a new way to teach the alphabet! \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/inspirecenterfeb2025/2025-02-02/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Inspire Center
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