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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 Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org or 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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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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SUMMARY:Family Program: Valentines for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Happy Valentine’s Day! Using historic valentines from the Museum’s collection as inspiration\, create one-of-a-kind cards to give to your loved ones! \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@connecticutmuseum.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/valentines2025/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend
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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! 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/inspirecenterfeb2025/2025-02-01/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Inspire Center
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SUMMARY:Made to Last: The Art and Craft of Shoe Making
DESCRIPTION:In 2025\, the Connecticut Museum is celebrating its 200th birthday! We’re excited to present a series of programs that will shine a light on some of our most treasured collection items. \nIn this program\, Connecticut shoemaker Andrew Rowand will utilize historic shoes from the Museum collection to showcase the living craft and tradition of shoemaking from the 18th century to the present day. You’ll have an opportunity to see several pairs of historic shoes from our collection up close! \nThis program was inspired by one of our earliest acquisitions: a pair of shoes belonging to Hannah Edwards of East Windsor\, made by Hannah and her sister Mary in about 1746\, probably for Hannah’s wedding. Each silk shoe was carefully embroidered with silk and metallic thread\, a proud testament to the skill of the Edwards sisters. The museum acquired the shoes in 1840\, at a time when most historical societies were only interested in collecting items related to prominent men. \nAbout Our Speaker: Andrew Rowand has worked as a shoemaker for a decade. His work focuses on recreating examples of historical artifacts from the 17th century through the 19th century using period tools\, materials\, and methods. He has currently undertaken researching and cataloguing shoes found in early New England structures as part of his work.  When he is not doing research or making shoes\, Andrew currently serves as the curator and site administrator of the Eric Sloane Museum in Kent\, CT. \nQuestions? Contact Natalie Belanger\, Public Programs Manager\, at nbelanger@connecticutmuseum.org. \nTickets — advanced purchase is recommended\, but not required! \n$15 General Admission\n$10 Members\nPrograms are free if you hold a NARM-level membership through the Connecticut Museum! Learn more about membership here. \nGET TICKETS
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/made-to-last/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
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SUMMARY:200th Anniversary Opening Celebration
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited the 200th Anniversary opening celebration of the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History! \nThis event will feature: \n\nIconic items from the Museum collection on view only at this event\nA first look at this year’s programming\nRemarks from prominent local leaders from across the state\nA keynote address from UCONN’s Draper Chair in American History and bestselling author Manisha Sinha in conversation with State Historian Andy Horowitz on why history and culture matter today\nDelicious refreshments and local coffee\n\nJoin us as we kick-off an exciting year\, honoring the past while looking toward the future. \nClick the button below to RSVP! \nrsvp
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/200th-anniversary-opening-celebration/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T140000
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SUMMARY:Wide Awakes: Campaigning for Lincoln Gallery Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join a museum educator for a guided tour of our newest exhibition\, Wide Awakes: Campaigning for Lincoln. \nGallery talks are included with museum admission. No pre-registration required! \nIf you’re interested in arranging a private tour of the exhibition for your book club\, community center\, or other group\, contact Public Programs Manager Natalie Belanger\, nbelanger@connnecticutmuseum.org. \n 
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/wide-awakesgallery-talk/2025-01-26/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs
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SUMMARY:Ground Rules: Giv Coffee
DESCRIPTION:A tour through our new exhibition\, Coffee: A Connecticut Story\, might just make you crave a cup of joe. We’ve got a solution for this! Our new “Ground Rules” series will pair a guided tour of the exhibition with a chance to meet a local coffee professional\, learn about their craft\, and taste their products. \nThis time around\, you’ll meet Jeff from Giv Coffee to learn about how they create delicious coffee in their Canton store\, and get a chance to sample their brew! \nJoin us for this session\, and keep an eye out for the chance to meet more of our community partners in future Ground Rules events. \nTickets: Pre-registration is recommended\, but walk-ins are welcome! \nThis program is included with admission to the museum. Admission prices are: \n$12 Adults\n$10 Seniors (65 and over)\n$8 Students (with valid college ID) and Youth (6-17)\nConnecticut Museum Members: Free! \nGET TICKETS\nQuestions? Contact Natalie Belanger\, Public Programs Manager\, at nbelanger@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/ground-rules-giv-coffee/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T190000
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SUMMARY:Disasters in Connecticut: Past\, Present\, and Future
DESCRIPTION:Floods and earthquakes\, wars and famines\, engineering failures and economic collapses — these frightening events seem to define modern life. We call them “disasters.” But what makes a disaster different from other periods of time? In a freewheeling conversation\, two leading scholars in the field of disaster studies will consider events in Connecticut history and beyond\, thinking out loud together about why some kinds of bad news are considered disasters while others are not\, and what difference it makes. \nLight refreshments will be served\, and River Bend Bookshop will be on hand to sell copies of the speakers’ work. \nAndy Horowitz is the Connecticut State Historian and an Associate Professor of History at UConn. He is the author of Katrina: A History\, 1915–2015 (Harvard University Press\, 2020)\, which won the Bancroft Prize in American history. Jacob A. C. Remes is a clinical associate professor of history at NYU’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study\, where he directs the Initiative for Critical Disaster Studies. He is the author of Disaster Citizenship: Survivors\, Solidarity\, and Power in the Progressive Era (University of Illinois Press\, 2016). Together\, Remes and Horowitz edited Critical Disaster Studies (University of Pennsylvania Press\, 2021). \nQuestions? Contact Natalie Belanger\, Public Programs Manager\, at nbelanger@connecticutmuseum.org. \nTICKETS\n$15 General Admission\n$10 Members\nFREE for Connecticut Museum NARM members and above \nGET TICKETS\n 
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/disaster-horowitz-remes/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Special Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T083152
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T162456Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee: A Connecticut Story Exhibit Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join a museum educator for a guided tour of our newest exhibition\, Coffee: A Connecticut Story.   \nGallery talks are included with museum admission. No pre-registration required! \nIf you’re interested in arranging a private tour of the exhibition for your book club\, community center\, or other group\, contact Public Programs Manager Natalie Belanger\, nbelanger@connnecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/coffee-exhibit-tour/2025-01-12/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
CATEGORIES:Events,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T083152
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SUMMARY:Speak Up Storytelling: Stimulated -- Stories About Hype\, Energy\, and the Jitters
DESCRIPTION:Come out to the Museum to hear storytellers tell true stories about lived experiences\, led by 45-time Moth StorySLAM champion and 6-time GrandSLAM champion Matthew Dicks. Tonight’s theme is “Stimulated: Stories About Hype\, Energy\, and the Jitters.” \nDoors open at 6:00 pm; come early to view our exhibitions\, including Coffee: a Connecticut Story. Performance starts at 7:00 pm. Snacks\, soft drinks\, and wine included! \nTickets — can be purchased online or at the door.\n$20 General Admission\n$15 Members\nFree for Connecticut Museum NARM members and above \nGET TICKETS\nQuestions? Contact Natalie Belanger\, Public Programs Manager\, at nbelanger@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/speak-up-stimulated/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:Short Attention Span Literary Club
DESCRIPTION:Once per month\, we get together to chat about short stories. Anyone can join in\, no commitment required! \nThis month’s story is “Better Living Through Algorithms\,” by Naomi Kritzer. You can find the story here. \nThe club meets online using Zoom. Click here to register. You’ll receive a confirmation email containing the Zoom link. \nWe’re offering this program for free\, but if you would like to make a donation to support our public programming\, please click here. Or\, to learn about the benefits of museum membership\, click here! \nQuestions? Contact Natalie Belanger\, Public Programs Manager\, at nbelanger@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/saslc-96/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250105T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250105T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T083152
CREATED:20241223T220044Z
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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 Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org or 860-236-5621 x222. \nThanks to Beacon Bank for their\ngenerous support of Free First Weekend.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/storytime/2025-01-05/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Family Story Time,Free First Weekend 2025,Free First Weekend 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250105T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T083152
CREATED:20241223T220236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T220236Z
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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! January’s challenge is to improve the way we communicate! \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/inspirecenterjan2025/2025-01-05/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Inspire Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250104T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250104T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T083152
CREATED:20230105T214549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T154143Z
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SUMMARY:French Canadian Jam
DESCRIPTION:Get acquainted with French Canadian traditional tunes at this monthly jam session at the CMCH\,  happening Saturday afternoons on First Free Weekends! \nNew players and new listeners are always welcome! If you would like to join in\, please get in touch with jam organizer\, Joe Lavariere\, at joesondra@juno.com. Please note: the French Canadian Jam will take a break during July\, November\, and December.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/fcjam/2025-01-04/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth Street\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free First Saturday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250104T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250104T140000
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SUMMARY:Family Program: Transportation Trailblazers
DESCRIPTION:Did you know the first American submarine was invented in Connecticut? What about the first practical helicopter? Join us at the museum to learn more about these transportation innovations! Families will make a toy submarine\, fly paper airplanes and helicopters\, and pose in a hot air balloon-inspired photo booth while exploring the history of transportation in Connecticut. \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/transportation/
CATEGORIES:Free First Weekend
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250104T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T083152
CREATED:20241223T220236Z
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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! January’s challenge is to improve the way we communicate! \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/inspirecenterjan2025/2025-01-04/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Inspire Center
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250106
DTSTAMP:20260421T083152
CREATED:20241227T164523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T164523Z
UID:26201-1735948800-1736121599@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Free First Weekend
DESCRIPTION:January 4 and 5 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\, Coffee: A Connecticut Story\, or join us Sunday at 2 pm for our guided gallery talk through our exhibition Wide Awake: Campaigning for Lincoln. Families\, don’t forget to join us at Saturday’s free family program\, “Transportation Trailblazers” at 11 am\, and Sundays return of “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-2/2025-01-04/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Museum of Culture and History":MAILTO:ask_us@chs.org
GEO:41.7736959;-72.7047819
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250103T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T083152
CREATED:20241017T202708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T142438Z
UID:26043-1735898400-1735921800@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center
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 holiday season! 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. \n 
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenterholidays/2025-01-03/
CATEGORIES:Inspire Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250102T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T083152
CREATED:20241017T202708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T142437Z
UID:26042-1735812000-1735835400@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center
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 holiday season! 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. \n 
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenterholidays/2025-01-02/
CATEGORIES:Inspire Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241231T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241231T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T083152
CREATED:20241017T202708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T142437Z
UID:26041-1735639200-1735655400@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center
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 holiday season! 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. \n 
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenterholidays/2024-12-31/
CATEGORIES:Inspire Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241229T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241229T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T083152
CREATED:20240806T171321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T143135Z
UID:25791-1735480800-1735488000@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Cocoa and Crafts: I am We: A Book of Community
DESCRIPTION:What communities do you belong to? What are some things we can do as part of a community to make positive change? Sip hot cocoa and munch on treats while enjoying a reading of I am We: A Story of Community\, written by Susan Verde. Then\, make your own community-inspired art project! \nThis program is included with admission and great for children under 10. This is a drop-in program; no preregistration required. \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org or 860-236-5621 x222.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/community/
CATEGORIES:Cocoa and Crafts,Family Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241229T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241229T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T083152
CREATED:20241017T202708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T142436Z
UID:26047-1735473600-1735489800@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center
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 holiday season! 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. \n 
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenterholidays/2024-12-29/
CATEGORIES:Inspire Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241228T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241228T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T083152
CREATED:20240806T171633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T171633Z
UID:25789-1735394400-1735401600@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Cocoa and Crafts: The Coffeemonsters Book
DESCRIPTION:Did you know coffee stains can be used to make silly monsters? Or that these monsters each have their own backstories and adventures? Sip hot cocoa and munch on treats while enjoying a reading of The Coffeemonsters Book\, written by Stefan Kunhigk. Coffee will be available for the adults! Then\, families will make their own book of coffee-stain monsters and short stories. \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/coffeemonsters/
CATEGORIES:Cocoa and Crafts,Family Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241228T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T083152
CREATED:20241017T202708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T142436Z
UID:26038-1735380000-1735403400@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center
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 holiday season! 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. \n 
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenterholidays/2024-12-28/
CATEGORIES:Inspire Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241227T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T083152
CREATED:20241017T202708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T142435Z
UID:26037-1735293600-1735317000@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center
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 holiday season! 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. \n 
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenterholidays/2024-12-27/
CATEGORIES:Inspire Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241226T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241226T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T083152
CREATED:20241017T202708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T142434Z
UID:26036-1735207200-1735230600@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center
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 holiday season! 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. \n 
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenterholidays/2024-12-26/
CATEGORIES:Inspire Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T083152
CREATED:20241017T202708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T142433Z
UID:26034-1735034400-1735050600@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Inspire Center
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 holiday season! 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. \n 
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenterholidays/2024-12-24/
CATEGORIES:Inspire Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T083152
CREATED:20241011T161250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T161250Z
UID:26015-1734789600-1734796800@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Cocoa and Crafts: The Coffeemonsters Book
DESCRIPTION:Did you know coffee stains can be used to make silly monsters? Or that these monsters each have their own backstories and adventures? Sip hot cocoa and munch on treats while enjoying a reading of The Coffeemonsters Book\, written by Stefan Kunhigk. Coffee will be available for the adults! Then\, families will make their own book of coffee-stain monsters and short stories. \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/coffeemonsters-2/
CATEGORIES:Cocoa and Crafts,Family Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T083152
CREATED:20240722T143230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T150719Z
UID:25759-1734271200-1734274800@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Remembering G. Fox and Co.
DESCRIPTION:We’re sorry\, this tour has sold out! \nJoin us for a behind-the scenes tour at the Connecticut Museum to see our collection of memorabilia from Hartford’s most iconic department store. Our archives contain hundreds of goods sold over the years at G. Fox & Co.\, ranging from wedding gowns to toilet paper! You’ll also learn about Beatrice Fox Auerbach\, the pioneering businesswoman who led G. Fox & Co. through its golden age. \nTickets must be purchased in advance online. \nTICKETS \n$15 General Admission \n$10 for Connecticut Museum Members \nFree for Connecticut Museum members at the NARM level \nGET TICKETS\n  \nQuestions? Contact Public Programs Manager Natalie Belanger via email at natalie_belanger@chs.org\, or call (860) 236-5621 x289. \n 
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/btsremembering-g-fox-and-co-2024-12-15/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
CATEGORIES:behind the scenes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Museum of Culture and History":MAILTO:ask_us@chs.org
GEO:41.7736959;-72.7047819
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