The Inspire Center brings history and problem-solving together in a hands-on creative space for visitors of all ages. Although this space is usually only open on the weekends, the Museum is excited to offer more opportunities for fun during the school break!
Can you show someone a sound? Can you “see” objects without using your eyes? Explore how senses work as you try to guess the items in a mystery box using only your sense of touch, test out different ways sound travels, and create a sensory portrait!
Get acquainted with French Canadian traditional tunes at this monthly jam session, happening Saturday afternoons on First Free Weekends!
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!
William Morgan will explore how our collections demonstrate that Black people, not legislation, crippled slavery at its peak in the 1770s and 80s by making opportunities of the conflict with Britain.
This month's story is "Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?" by Joyce Carol Oates.
In this virtual talk, author Michelle Craig McDonald will discuss her new book, Coffee Nation, which explores when and why coffee became part of North American daily life.
Join a museum educator for a guided tour of our newest exhibition, Coffee: A Connecticut Story.
Join us for a screening of an excerpt from Ken Burn's new documentary, The American Revolution, and a panel discussion with Native American historians moderated by Connecticut Public's Diane Orson.
Join us for a special showing of Tangled and tag along with Rapunzel and Flynn Ryder on their quest to see the magic floating lights - and enjoy the many adventures they experience along the way! Free popcorn and juice boxes will be provided. Families are encouraged to bring pillows and blankets.
In this virtual talk, Maggie Meahl will explore Faith’s education (exceptional needlework), marriage, and early death and analyze it in the context of the Revolutionary War era merchant class.
Join us offsite at Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library in Old Lyme, CT as we share our children's book, The Key to Adventure, in a story time led by the book's...
