• Short Attention Span Literary Club

    Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

    This month’s story is “My Pain Is Worse Than Your Pain,” by TC Boyle.

    Free
  • The Past and Future of the American Diner

    Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

    As we get ready to say goodbye to our special exhibition Coffee: A Connecticut Story, we invite you to a talk by food historian Sarah Lohman to uncover the origins -- and uncertain future -- of that most American of establishments, the diner. 

  • Inspire Center – New Theme!

    Recurring

    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. December’s challenge is to create a one-of-a-kind doll!

  • Family Program: Winter Wonderland

    Visit the Museum for a day of wintry fun! Families will make holiday poppers to celebrate the new year, decorate cards for loved ones, and create a one-of-a-kind window decoration inspired by some of Connecticut's iconic wintry window displays.

  • 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
  • Inspire Center – New Theme!

    Recurring

    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. December’s challenge is to create a one-of-a-kind doll!

  • 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!

  • Member Event: Holiday Brunch

    Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

    Member exclusive! Step away from the holiday hustle and join us at the Museum for a relaxing morning of coffee, tea, and brunch. View holiday-inspired highlights from the collection and...

  • 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
  • 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