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SUMMARY:Family Activity Kit - New Theme!
DESCRIPTION:Family Activity Kits are free 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. \nEach kit includes crafts\, hands-on activities\, and images of collection items all around a specific theme. With themes changing every other month\, you can enjoy these kits all year long. March-April’s theme is “The Art of Nature\,” a look at paintings\, sculptures\, and songs that have been created with inspiration from Connecticut’s varied landscapes. Click here for more information on upcoming themes. \nFamily Activity Kits are available for pick up during all open hours and are included in the cost of admission. There is no need to reserve your bags in advance. \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org\, or call 860-236-5621 x222.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/activitykitsmarch2026/
CATEGORIES:Family Activity Kits 2026
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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 “A Shocking Accident” by Graham Greene.  Click here to read. \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-110/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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SUMMARY:Member Event - Behind the Exhibition: Drawn Here
DESCRIPTION:Members\, enjoy an exclusive behind the scenes tour of our newest exhibition\, Drawn Here: Stories from Hartford’s North End. \nWhat inspired this exhibition’s creation? How did the team decide what to include and which stories to tell? What is it like working with the community to create an exhibition? With insight from the exhibition’s developer\, discover the process from inspiration to opening night. Then\, enjoy refreshments as you mingle with like-minded culture and history lovers. \nThis event is free and open to Members only! Space is limited – get free tickets to reserve your spot. \nGet free tickets\n[divider line_type=”no-line” custom_height=””]\nNot yet a Member? Join or renew your Membership today to attend this event\, and receive more perks and benefits throughout the year. \nFor questions about this event or about your Membership status\, please contact Christine Daniels\, Member Relations Manager\, at 860-904-6615 or at cdaniels@connecticutmuseum.org. \n 
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/member-event-behind-the-exhibition-drawn-here/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
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SUMMARY:Family Program: Retro Rewind
DESCRIPTION:Flashback to the 1980s! Jump into a life-size version of the classic arcade games Pac-Man and Tetris\, model some wicked awesome accessories on our 1980s-inspired fashion runway\, and design some totally rad decor to take home. \nThis program is FREE and great for children of all ages. 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/retrorewind/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend 2026
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T163000
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SUMMARY:French Canadian Jam
DESCRIPTION:Get acquainted with French Canadian traditional tunes at this monthly jam session\,  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.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/french-canadian-jam/2026-03-07/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth Street\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Free First Weekend
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SUMMARY:Tavern Talks
DESCRIPTION:The dozens of tavern signs in our Auditorium once hung over busy public spaces where Connecticans ate\, drank\, slept\, argued\, celebrated\, gambled\, danced\, and courted. On select Sundays at 2:00 pm\, drop in for a gallery talk about tavern life in early Connecticut. You’ll learn how to decode the symbolism on some of our most inscrutable signs\, and about why so few of these once-ubiquitous items have survived until today. \nThis gallery talk is included in regular museum admission. There’s no need to pre-register! \nQuestions? Contact Natalie Belanger\, Adult Programs Manager\, at nbelanger@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/tavern-talks-2/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth Street\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery Program,Tavern Signs
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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 Tamburrino\, Family Programs Manager & Accessibility Coordinator\, at ktamburrino@connecticutmuseum.org\, or call 860-236-5621 x222. \nThanks to Beacon Bank for their\ngenerous support of Free First Weekend.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/storytime/2026-03-08/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Family Story Time,Free First Weekend 2025,Free First Weekend 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn - Songs of Colonial & Revolutionary America
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Presentation!\n“The history of America\,” writes Mariana Whitmer of the Society for American Music\, “is reflected in our music\, and in the songs we have sung.”    \nThe songs of Colonial and Revolutionary America rallied and unified Colonists and Revolutionary soldiers; protested grievances\, proclaimed values\, and impelled action; boosted morale and celebrated victories — and were even used as weapons!    \nJoin us as we listen to songs from the Colonial and Revolutionary period. Music historian\, Robert Cohen\, will help us understand the role music played during this period\, and why one chaplain in the Revolutionary army stated that “one good song is worth a dozen addresses or proclamations.”  \nThis virtual event is free and open to the public. Get tickets to receive the Zoom link.  Questions? Contact Jen Busa\, Public Programs Coordinator at jbusa@connecticutmuseum.org. \nGET FREE TICKETS\nAbout the speaker:  Robert Cohen has taught and lectured on American folk & popular music and Jewish music for over a quarter-century\, including at the Fifth Avenue New York Public Library and the New England Conservatory of Music\, New School University and the 92nd St. Y in New York\, the Jewish Theological Seminary and Boston College’s Center for Christian-Jewish Learning\, the Afro-American Historical & Cultural Museum in Philadelphia\, and the Mandell Jewish Community Center of Greater Hartford.  He has produced and hosted over 100 radio programs and wrote the NPR documentary\, “One People\, Many Voices:  American-Jewish Music Comes of Age\,” and he produced the compilation CD\, Open the Gates!  New American-Jewish Music for Prayer.  \nImage: Plate IV. A View of the South Part of Lexington\, 1775\, etched by Amos Doolittle\, print\, 1844.10.4\, Connecticut Museum collection.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/lunch-and-learn-songs-colonial-revolutionary/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:online programming,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T180000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Family Movie Night: Inside Out 2
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE 3/12: This event is sold out! Thank you for your interest. Please join us for the next movie night on March 27 here. \n____________________ \nWhy is yellow the color for joy? Or red for anger? Join us for a special showing of Inside Out 2 and embark on another adventure with Joy\, Sadness\, Disgust\, Anger\, and Fear – now joined by Riley’s newest emotions! Then\, through activities and crafts included in a special take-home goody bag\, explore some of the colorful objects in the Museum’s collection. \nFamilies are encouraged to bring pillows and blankets and wear their comfiest footy pajamas. Free popcorn and juice boxes will be provided. Quiet toys and activities to enjoy during the movie will also be available. Doors open at 5:30pm\, and the movie begins at 6:00pm. \nThis program is FREE and great for children 12 and under. Pre-registration is encouraged. Tickets are free but space is limited! Get tickets now to reserve your spot. \nGET FREE TICKETS\nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 x222\, or email kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org. \nThanks to CREC Museum Academy for their generous support of Family Movie Nights.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/insideout2/
CATEGORIES:Family Movie Night 2026,Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T193000
DTSTAMP:20260509T022554
CREATED:20251203T174945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T152220Z
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SUMMARY:Trivia Night: Y2K Edition
DESCRIPTION:Dust off your low-rise jeans and head to the Museum for a night of trivia all about the 2000s! That’s right\, the decade that brought us Shrek\, The Office\, and iPods. Fetch prizes for winning teams (yes\, we’re making fetch happen.) \nSnacks\, soft drinks\, and complementary wine and beer included with your admission. Teams limited to 6 people. \nOur emcee for this event will be the one and only Chion Wolf of CT Public! \nTickets\n$20 General Admission\n$15 for Connecticut Museum Member levels under $150\nFree for Connecticut Museum Member levels $150 and above \nGET TICKETS\nQuestions? Contact Natalie Belanger\, Public Programs Manager\, at nbelanger@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/trivia-night-y2k-edition/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T190000
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SUMMARY:Stone Footprints: The Wandering Plaque of 1911
DESCRIPTION:Join us this spring for a series of programs that shine a light on the experiences of different communities that have made the North End of Hartford their home over the last two centuries. Make sure to come early to view our newest exhibition\, Drawn Here: Stories from Hartford’s North End. \nOn March 26\, Jennifer Klau\, Executive Director of the Jewish Historical Society of Greater Hartford\, will share an exciting new research project that illuminates the experiences of the Jewish immigrants that once made the North End of Hartford their home. \nAn enormous marble plaque from 1911\, serendipitously rediscovered in the basement of a Hartford school building\, sparked a fascinating research dive into long-demolished buildings\, extinct and extant community institutions\, continuity and change. The story of this slab of marble illustrates the comings and goings of Hartford’s Jewish community from its roots in the North End to its eventual and complete migration to the suburbs. The plaque’s journey from one building to another\, where it was abandoned for about 75 years as the community moved away\, is an example of rich heritage that can easily disappear and a hopeful story about recovering the past. This program was developed as a companion to the Making History\, Making Change Lecture Series\, organized by Smithsonian Affiliations. \nLearn more and stay tuned for Making History\, Making Change at the Connecticut Museum on May 7\, 2026.  \nQuestions? Contact Natalie Belanger\, Public Programs Manager\, at nbelanger@connecticutmuseum.org. \nThis program is free to attend! \nGET FREE TICKETS\nAbout Our Speaker \nJennifer Klau is the Executive Director of the Jewish Historical Society of Greater Hartford. Before embracing her inner history nerd\, Jennifer worked in the healthcare sciences realm as Director of Research for a healthcare startup\, Adjunct Professor at Central Connecticut State University and as a Master Instructor for the SpinningTM program\, training instructors and creating and presenting continuing education courses. \nKlau has served as the President of Beth David Synagogue in West Hartford\, CT twice\, heads several committees and continues to serve on its board. Jennifer is a competitive rower with Riverfront Recapture in Hartford and spends as much of the winter as she can skiing. She earned her B.S. in Communications from Boston University College of Communication and her M.A. in Education and Ph.D. in Kinesiology at UCONN. Jennifer is married to Superior Court Judge Daniel Klau\, with whom she raised three children.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/stone-footprints/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T200000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Family Movie Night: The Wild Robot
DESCRIPTION:This event is sold out!  Thank you for your interest. For more family programs coming soon\, visit our upcoming events page. \nJoin us for a special showing of The Wild Robot and go on many heartfelt adventures with Roz the robot\, Brightbill the goose\, and Fink the fox as they form an unbreakable bond. Meet many other animals of the forest along the way\, from busy beavers to fierce falcons – each with their own unique personalities and stories! Then\, through hands-on activities included in a special take-home goody bag\, explore the similarities between the lives of these characters and the animals of Connecticut throughout history and today. \nFamilies are encouraged to bring pillows and blankets and wear their comfiest footy pajamas. Free popcorn and juice boxes will be provided. Quiet toys and activities to enjoy during the movie will also be available. Doors open at 5:30pm\, and the movie begins at 6:00pm. \nThis program is FREE and great for children 12 and under. Pre-registration is encouraged. Tickets are free but space is limited! Get tickets now to reserve your spot. \nGET FREE TICKETS\nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 x222\, or email kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org. \nThanks to CREC Museum Academy for their generous support of Family Movie Nights.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/thewildrobot/
CATEGORIES:Family Movie Night 2026,Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T140000
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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 “The Moths” by Helena Maria Viramontes.  Click here to read. \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-111/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T163000
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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! April’s challenge is to create a new way use the wheel – one of history’s most important inventions! \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/inspirecenterapr2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T140000
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SUMMARY:Family Program: Sketching Your Story
DESCRIPTION:Have you always lived in Connecticut? What does this state mean to you? Explore some of Hartford’s immigration stories\, told in the form of graphic novels\, in the exhibit Drawn Here: Stories from Hartford’s North End. Using inspiration from the exhibit and graphic novels in the Museum’s collection\, create your own comic that tells the story of your family’s experience in Connecticut. Then\, learn more about the experiences of historic immigrants by exploring suitcases full of reproduction objects and pictures. \nThis program is FREE and great for children of all ages. 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/sketchingyourstory/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T130000
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED! Lunch and Learn - Revolutionary Women Writers
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE 4/2/2026: Program cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control. Please stay tuned for the rescheduled date! \nVirtual Presentation! \nDuring the Revolution\, Connecticut women left a trove of written materials – letters\, diaries\, recipes\, journals\, poems\, and account books. Through them\, we can see their cares and interests and how the Revolution affected their daily lives – sometimes in subtle ways and sometimes profound. Yet all of them used writing to create meaning and connection in a deeply unsettled time. \nPlease join us as Dr. Marie McDaniel contextualizes several written materials from the Connecticut Museum’s American Revolution collection.  Dr. McDaniel was the 2025 Project Scholar for the American Revolution Papers Digitization Project at the Connecticut Museum. \nThis virtual event is free and open to the public. Get tickets to receive the Zoom link. \nQuestions? Contact Jen Busa\, Public Programs Coordinator at jbusa@connecticutmuseum.org. \nThank you to our series sponsors Camille and Gregory F. Servididio! \nAbout the speaker: Dr. Marie McDaniel is the chair of the History Department at Southern Connecticut State University and a historian of Early American religious and gender history. Her first monograph We Shall Not Differ in Heaven: Community in Colonial Philadelphia is forthcoming with Palgrave Macmillan Press. Her current monograph is on ministers who were accused of sexual indiscretions in the colonial period. Prof. McDaniel lives in New Haven with her husband\, two kids\, and two cats. \nImage: Prudence Punderson (Rossiter)\, Chapbook/journal with drawings\, ca. 1770\, Punderson Family Papers\, 1751-1889\, MS Punderson\, Box 1\, Folder 7\, Connecticut Museum collection.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/lunch-and-learn-revolutionary-women-writers/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:online programming,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T190000
DTSTAMP:20260509T022554
CREATED:20260205T192445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T140111Z
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SUMMARY:How the North End of Hartford Became an African American Community
DESCRIPTION:This spring\, the Connecticut Museum will present a series of programs that shine a light on the experiences of different communities that have made the North End of Hartford their home over the last two centuries. Make sure to come early to view our newest exhibition\, Drawn Here: Stories from Hartford’s North End. \nOn April 9\, Professor Fiona Vernal will give a presentation that addresses how and when the North End became a Black community. What kind of stories did the community tell about themselves? And why does it matter for how we think about Hartford today? \nThis program was developed as a companion to the Making History\, Making Change Lecture Series\, organized by Smithsonian Affiliations. Learn more and stay tuned for Making History\, Making Change at the Connecticut Museum on May 7\, 2026. \nQuestions? Contact Natalie Belanger\, Public Programs Manager\, at nbelanger@connecticutmuseum.org. \nThis program is free to attend. Please register below. \nGET TICKETS\n\n\nAbout Our Speaker \nFiona Vernal is Associate Director of the Africana Studies Institute (ASI)\, Associate Professor of History and Africana Studies at the University of Connecticut and the Director of Engaged\, Public\, Oral\, and Community Histories (EPOCH)\, at UConn. EPOCH is a public-facing initiative aimed at integrating research\, teaching\, and scholarship in broader public policy interventions and capacity-building for community organizations. Her teaching and research center African\, Caribbean\, African Diaspora histories. She is currently working on a book and digital humanities project\, Hartford Bound that integrates oral histories\, archival research\, and GIS methodologies to offer new visual and spatial histories of race\, ethnic belonging\, migration\, and community succession in Hartford\, Connecticut.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/how-the-north-end-of-hartford/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T143000
DTSTAMP:20260509T022554
CREATED:20260217T154552Z
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SUMMARY:Drawn Here Gallery Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join a member of our staff for an interactive\, introductory experience in  our newest exhibition\, Drawn Here: Stories from Hartford’s North End. \nTour is included in Museum admission. No need to pre-register. \nQuestions? Contact Natalie Belanger\, Public Programs Manager\, at nbelanger@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/drawn-here-gallery-talk/2026-04-12/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T193000
DTSTAMP:20260509T022554
CREATED:20260202T192546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T192546Z
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SUMMARY:Common Ground: Dance Traditions in Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Where do we find common ground? Cultural heritage art forms create and reflect meaning\, identity\, and community\, but we can become focused on cultural differences or assume that there is a universal artistic language. But what if we can dig into—and challenge—both perspectives? \nIn this series\, we bring together traditional artists who practice art forms rooted in different cultural traditions to demonstrate their work\, share with one another\, and discuss their similarities and differences. This conversation will feature Kathak dancer Rachna Agrawal and Flamenco dancer Yohanna Escamilla\, as they discuss and demonstrate their dance traditions with one another and with audience members. Come with your questions to share! \n \nLearn more about Rachna Agrawal here: https://kathakusa.com/ \nLearn more about Yohanna Escamilla here: https://www.yohannaescamilla.com/ \nGet free tickets to reserve your spot! \nget free tickets\nThis program is generously supported by the Auerbach Schiro Foundation.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/commongrounddance/
CATEGORIES:Free,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260509T022554
CREATED:20260204T152746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T154709Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Remembering G. Fox & Co.
DESCRIPTION:*We’re sorry\, this tour is 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 Member levels under $150\nFree for Connecticut Museum Member levels $150 and above \nGet Tickets\nQuestions? Contact Public Programs Manager Natalie Belanger via email at natalie_belanger@chs.org\, or call (860) 236-5621 x289.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/behind-the-scenes-tour-remembering-g-fox-co-8/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T140000
DTSTAMP:20260509T022554
CREATED:20260317T154503Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Remembering G. Fox & Co.
DESCRIPTION:This tour is sold out\, thank you for your interest! \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 Member levels under $150\nFree for Connecticut Museum Member levels $150 and above \nGET TICKETS\nQuestions? Contact Public Programs Manager Natalie Belanger via email at natalie_belanger@chs.org\, or call (860) 236-5621 x289.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/behind-the-scenes-tour-remembering-g-fox-co-10/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T022554
CREATED:20260204T153103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T154856Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Remembering G. Fox & Co.
DESCRIPTION:*We’re sorry\, this tour is 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 Member levels under $150\nFree for Connecticut Museum Member levels $150 and above \nGet Tickets\nQuestions? Contact Public Programs Manager Natalie Belanger via email at natalie_belanger@chs.org\, or call (860) 236-5621 x289.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/behind-the-scenes-tour-remembering-g-fox-co-9/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T193000
DTSTAMP:20260509T022554
CREATED:20260318T183604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T202735Z
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SUMMARY:Rebellious - Exhibition Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening reception of our newest exhibition\, Rebellious\, inspired by the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Rebellious reflects on moments throughout Connecticut history when its residents pursued their own visions of the nation’s founding ideals\, often by challenging the systems\, structures\, and perceptions that limited their liberty\, equality\, and happiness. \nSpend an evening at the Museum and hear from the exhibition developers\, enjoy refreshments and entertainment\, and be among the first to experience the exhibition up close. \nRSVP today to reserve your spot! Click the button below or email rsvp@connecticutmuseum.org. \nGet free tickets\nLearn more about the exhibition here. \n 
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/rebellious-opening/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
CATEGORIES:Exhibit Opening Reception,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T022554
CREATED:20260202T204839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T204839Z
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SUMMARY:Calligraphy that Inspired a Nation: Learn to Write like America’s Founders
DESCRIPTION:Who was the calligrapher that wrote the Declaration of Independence? How did they write during the American Revolution? What tools did they use? What lettering style? Can I write like they did? We will explore these questions and more in this hands-on 90-minute program with calligrapher Debby Reelitz. Participants will get the opportunity to write in script\, use a dip nib and ink\, and scribe a line from the Declaration of Independence. \nDebby Reelitz is a professional calligrapher in North Granby\, Connecticut. Introduced to calligraphy by her 5th grade teacher\, she dabbled for years until opening her own calligraphy studio in Chicago before moving to northern Connecticut. For more than 25 years\, she has been a professional lettering artist\, creating awards\, gifts\, commissions\, engraving\, chalkboards\, writing on walls\, teaching and much more. \nThis workshop will be structured for the beginner\, but all levels of expertise are encouraged to register! Suitable for ages 16 and up. \nTICKETS \n$20 General Admission\n$15 Members\nFree for Members 150+\nCost covers all materials. \nGET TICKETS\nThis program is generously supported by the Auerbach Schiro Foundation.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/america250calligraphy/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Arts Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTSTAMP:20260509T022554
CREATED:20260217T141921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T190800Z
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SUMMARY:Family Activity Kits - New Theme!
DESCRIPTION:Family Activity Kits are free 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. \nEach kit includes crafts\, hands-on activities\, and images of collection items all around a specific theme. With themes changing every other month\, you can enjoy these kits all year long. May-June’s theme is “We Are Proud!” a celebration of identity. Explore the ways the LGBTQ community of Connecticut has been proud of who they are\, learn how they fought for their identity to be accepted\, and then complete activities that highlight why you are proud to be you! Click here for more information on upcoming themes. \nFamily Activity Kits are available for pick up during all open hours and are included in the cost of admission. There is no need to reserve your bags in advance. \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Tamburrino\, Family Programs Manager & Accessibility Coordinator\, at ktamburrino@connecticutmuseum.org\, or call 860-236-5621 x222.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/activitykitsmay2026/
CATEGORIES:Family Activity Kits 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T140000
DTSTAMP:20260509T022554
CREATED:20260217T140149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T190833Z
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SUMMARY:Family Program: Take a Bow
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to see your name in lights! In this program all about Connecticut theaters and shows\, you will get to explore historic objects\, see performances by local artists\, and create many theater-inspired crafts\, like puppets\, playbills\, and more! \n11:15am – 12:00pm: Layavinyasa Company\nExperience the rich sounds of Indian music with Layavinyasa\, featuring live performances\, interactive singing\, rhythm demonstrations with mridangam (South Indian drum)\, and hands-on drumming. \n12:15 – 1:00pm: Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry\nExplore and experience a variety of shadow puppetry styles including hand\, paper and objects. \n1:15 – 2:00pm: Playhouse Theatre Academy\nUnlock your imagination\, boost your focus\, and discover the joy of self-expression through a series of lively 5-10 minute theatre games. It’s the perfect way to dip your toes into the world of theatre\, meet new friends\, and feel the energy that makes our classes so special. No experience necessary—just come as you are\, and get ready to shine! \nThis program is FREE and great for children of all ages. This is a drop-in program; no pre-registration required. Questions? Contact Katerina Tamburrino\, Family Programs Manager & Accessibility Coordinator\, at ktamburrino@connecticutmuseum.org\, or call 860-236-5621 x222. \nThanks to Beacon Bank for their\ngenerous support of Free First Weekend. \n \n 
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/takeabow/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Free First Weekend 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T163000
DTSTAMP:20260509T022554
CREATED:20241123T153933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T193958Z
UID:27542-1777732200-1777739400@www.connecticutmuseum.org
SUMMARY:French Canadian Jam
DESCRIPTION:Get acquainted with French Canadian traditional tunes at this monthly jam session\,  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.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/french-canadian-jam/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth Street\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Free First Weekend
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T153000
DTSTAMP:20260509T022554
CREATED:20241223T220044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T191259Z
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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 Tamburrino\, Family Programs Manager & Accessibility Coordinator\, at ktamburrino@connecticutmuseum.org\, or call 860-236-5621 x222. \nThanks to Beacon Bank for their\ngenerous support of Free First Weekend.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/storytime/2026-05-03/
CATEGORIES:Family Programs,Family Story Time,Free First Weekend 2025,Free First Weekend 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T130000
DTSTAMP:20260509T022554
CREATED:20260319T181223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T164603Z
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED! Lunch and Learn - Lydia Sigourney: Unsung Mother of American Literature
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE 5/1: This virtual lecture has been postponed due to circumstances beyond our control\, please stay tuned for updates on a new date. Thank you! \nVirtual Presentation!\nWho was Lydia Sigourney? Why is she not more well known among generations of Hartford residents and other readers? Come learn more about how Hartford’s own Lydia Sigourney helped transform American culture in the early 19th-century. \nUsing items from the Connecticut Museum’s collection\, Professors Mary Louise Kete and Elizabeth Petrino will introduce you to Sigourney’s central role as an American poet\, educator\, and rights activist and to the Lydia Sigourney Digital Archive Project. \nThis virtual event is free and open to the public. Get tickets to receive the Zoom link. \nQuestions? Contact Jen Busa\, Public Programs Coordinator at jbusa@connecticutmuseum.org. \nGET FREE TICKETS\n  \nThis program is generously supported by Camille and Gregory F. Servodidio. \nAbout the speakers: \nMary Louise Kete is Chair of the English Department at the University of Vermont where she also teaches and studies 19th-century American literature and culture. She and Elizabeth Petrino have co-edited Lydia Sigourney: Critical Essays and Cultural Views (U of Massachusetts Press\, 2018) and a special issue on Sigourney for the journal ESQ. Her publications focus on the contributions of American women to the major cultural movements of the long 19th-century. \nElizabeth Petrino is Director of Liberal Studies in the Associate Degree Program at Fairfield Bellarmine and Professor of English at Fairfield University\, Fairfield\, CT. She and Mary Louise Kete have co-edited Lydia Sigourney: Critical Essays and Cultural Views (U of Massachusetts Press\, 2018). Her articles on Sigourney explore a range of topics including gift book culture\, correspondence\, deaf education\, and the environment and have appeared in Studies in American Humor\, Legacy\, ESQ\, and ISLE. \nCurrently\, Mary Louise and Elizabeth are working on developing a Sigourney digital archive. \nImage:  Lydia Sigourney\, Painted by Francis Alexander\, 1828. 2005.125.1 Connecticut Museum collection.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/lunch-and-learn-lydia-sigourney-unsung-mother-of-american-literature/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:online programming,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T140000
DTSTAMP:20260509T022554
CREATED:20260203T223403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T223421Z
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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 “Witness” by Jamel Brinkley.  Click here to read. \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-112/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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