Events

Events Search and Views Navigation

Event Views Navigation

Today

  • Made To Last: 18th Century Furniture With Bob Van Dyke

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

    Join us to learn from Connecticut woodworker Bob Van Dyke about ornamentation in Federal-period furniture. You'll see examples from our collection and Bob will demonstrate techniques!

    $15

  • Behind-the-Scenes Tour: The Fight for Civil Rights in Connecticut

    Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

    In honor of Juneteenth, we're offering you a chance to see items in our collection that document how Connecticans have worked for social justice and freedom throughout our history.

    $15

  • SOLD OUT Bomba Workshop with Bomba de Aquí

    Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

    Bomba de Aquí, led by Brendaliz Cepeda and current SNEAP Mentor Saul Peñaloza, will be teaching a free, family friendly workshop on Bomba Drumming and Dance.

    Free

  • Family Program: Birthday Bash – SOLD OUT

    Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

    Celebrate the Museum's 200th birthday with a party full of crafts, games, treats, and the launch of our brand new children's book, The Key to Adventure! Inspired by items from the...

    Free

  • Family Activity Kits – New Theme!

    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.

    Free

  • Short Attention Span Literary Club

    Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

    This month’s story is the “White Trash Primer,” by Lacy M. Johnson.

    Free

  • 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!

  • Family Program: Let’s Go on a Picnic!

    oin us at the Museum for a day all about summertime picnics! Make a paper bag picnic basket, weave a miniature picnic blanket, and enjoy your very own pretend picnic complete with toy food and classic summertime games!

    Free

  • Craft Workshop: Create A Travel Journal

    Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

    Join us to make an accordion-style travel journal! Suitable for beginners; all materials included!

    $30

  • Members Only! Behind the Exhibition: Tour and Q&A

    Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

    What does it take to curate, develop, and execute a successful, engaging exhibition at the Connecticut Museum? Members, you're invited to a FREE insider's look into the creation process of...

    Free