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  • Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Remembering G. Fox and Co.

    Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

    Join us for a behind-the scenes tour at the Connecticut Museum to see our collection of memorabilia from Hartford’s most iconic department store.

    $15

  • SOLD OUT! Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Remembering G. Fox and Co.

    Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

    Join us for a behind-the scenes tour at the Connecticut Museum to see our collection of memorabilia from Hartford’s most iconic department store.

    $15

  • Family Activity Kits – New Theme!

    Family Activity Kits are 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. Each kit includes crafts, hands-on activities, and images of collection items all around a specific theme. May-June's theme is "Tune into History," an exploration of music throughout history!

  • Family Program: Glamorous Gardens

    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.

  • French Canadian Jam

    Recurring
    Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth Street, Hartford, CT, United States

    Get acquainted with French Canadian traditional tunes at this monthly jam session,  happening Saturday afternoons on First Free Weekends!

    Free

  • 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!

  • Lunch and Learn – Kuang Qizhao, the Chinese, and Mark Twain

    Virtual

    Join us for this virtual presentation as Sam Wong and Evelyn Wong discuss the life of Kuang Qizhao, the official translator for the Chinese Educational Mission (CEM) in Hartford, Connecticut and his relationship with his neighbor, Mark Twain.

    Free

  • Short Attention Span Literary Club

    Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

    This month’s story is “The Seventh Man,” by Haruki Murakami.

    Free

  • Chinese Calligraphy Workshop with Jun Lin

    Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

    Current SNEAP Mentor and Master Calligrapher, Dr. Jun Lin, will guide participants in the art of Chinese Calligraphy. No experience needed; all skill levels welcome.

    $30

  • Speak Up: Birthdays

    Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

    Join Speak Up for a special night of captivating storytelling in celebration of the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History’s bicentennial!

    $20

  • The Story of Chocolate

    Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford, CT, United States

    Join author and food historian, Sarah Lohman, to track the history of chocolate from its roots as an ancient Mesoamerican beverage to an intercontinental dessert. Includes a chance to sample chocolate from local artisans!

    $15