Make your own Fairy Tail letter! Calligrapher Debby Reelitz will talk briefly about the tradition of a decorated letter and then guide you on the process of creating your very own fanciful letter wrapped around a critter!
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! August’s challenge is to invent a new way to hold things together.
Escape the heat with the beats and melodies of music! Join us for a FREE, interactive day of musical discovery through fun classes, hands-on experiences, crafts, snacks, and more.
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! August’s challenge is to invent a new way to hold things together.
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!
On Tuesday afternoons this summer, drop in for a gallery talk about tavern life in early Connecticut. Included with museum admission!
This month's story is "A Knife at the Throat," by Doug Crandell.
Jump into the world of Connecticut cartooning and create your very own comic in this workshop hosted by local artists Jaime Alphonso and March Grabber.
In this beginner‑friendly class, participants will carve a decorative flower design into a wooden panel, exploring the graceful lines, textures, and shapes that make floral carving so timeless.
Join a member of our staff for an interactive, introductory experience in our newest exhibition, Drawn Here: Stories from Hartford's North End.
On Tuesday afternoons this summer, drop in for a gallery talk about tavern life in early Connecticut. Included with museum admission!
Join us on selected days this summer and fall for a guided tour of our new exhibition, Rebellious.
