• Family Program: Take a Bow

    Get ready to see your name in lights! In this program all about Connecticut theaters and shows, you will get to explore historic objects, see performances by local artists, and create many theater-inspired crafts, like puppets, playbills, and more!

  • 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 – New Theme!

    The Inspire Center brings history and problem-solving together in a hands-on creative space for visitors of all ages! With objects and themes changing every other month, you can enjoy unique experiences all year long! June’s challenge is to design a new way to honor the 250th anniversary of the United States.

  • Family Program: Fun at the Fair

    Visit the Museum for a day of fun inspired by this historic event! Families can try out some carnival games, get glitter tattoos, be creative with crafts, and more!

  • 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!

  • Family Activity Kits – New Theme!

    Family Activity Kits are free take-home resources for families to enjoy, bringing history and fun together in the comfort of your own home! With themes changing every other month, you can enjoy these kits all year long. July-August's theme is "Moving Right Along to CT," an exploration of immigration throughout the history of our state.

  • Family Activities: Celebrating America at 250

    How are you celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States? Watching fireworks? Visiting museums? Going to a family picnic? Stop by the Connecticut Museum and decorate a picture frame...

  • Family Storytime – America250

    Join us for family story time at the Museum! Cozy up with beanbags and enjoy a reading of a book that helps us celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States.