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. July’s challenge is to invent a new way to stay cool during the hot summer months!
Join us for a special English-Spanish bilingual family story time with Linda Montanez from the Hartford Public Library! Surrounded by books in the exhibit Connecticut's Bookshelf, families will cozy up in beanbags, listen to a story, and then do some crafts!
Put your engineering skills to the test! Families will take on a variety of engineering challenges like constructing a balloon-powered toy car, building a structure with uncooked spaghetti, and more!
Forgeries, theft, arson, and murder -- our museum is full of artifacts that tell stories of long-ago crime and punishment. Join us for a custom tour focusing on true crime stories!
Join us for a guided tour of our latest exhibition.
Put your engineering skills to the test! Families will take on a variety of engineering challenges like constructing a balloon-powered toy car, building a structure with uncooked spaghetti, and more!
Drop in for a guided tour of our latest special exhibition, Connecticut's Bookshelf.
Join us for a guided tour of our latest exhibition.
Join us for a special family story time! Surrounded by books in the exhibit Connecticut's Bookshelf, families will cozy up in beanbags, listen to a story, and then do some crafts! With a new story each time, families can discover the many stories brought to life by Connecticut authors and illustrators.
Explore the science of books! Families will experience the book-making process, from making their very own paint to designing special marbled paper!
Join us for a guided tour of our latest exhibition.
Explore the science of books! Families will experience the book-making process, from making their very own paint to designing special marbled paper!
