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  • Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Remembering G. Fox & Co.

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

    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

  • Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Remembering G. Fox & Co.

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

    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

  • Drawn Here Gallery Talk

    Drawn Here Gallery Talk
    Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth Street, Hartford, CT, United States

    Join a member of our staff for an interactive, introductory experience in  our newest exhibition, Drawn Here: Stories from Hartford’s North End.

    with Museum admission

  • Cocoa and Crafts: This is Me

    If you moved to a new place, what would you bring? Maybe a special toy or your favorite photo? Visit the Museum for a reading of "This is Me: A Story of Who We Are & Where We Came From," while sipping hot cocoa and munching on treats. Then, decorate your own tote bag to fill with your favorite items to bring on your next journey.

  • Cocoa and Crafts: Wilhelmina Goes Wandering

    Have you heard about Wilhelmina, the cow who wandered around Connecticut? Join Wilhelmina on her journey through the state in a special storytime! Visit the Museum for a reading of Wilhelmina Goes Wandering, while sipping hot cocoa and munching on cookies. Then, create your very own cow to take with you on adventures!

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    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! January - February’s theme is “Wacky Weather,” an exploration of some of Connecticut's most notable winter storms! Click here for more information on upcoming themes. Please Note: This is not an on-site program.

  • Family Program: Are You Smarter than a Nutmegger?

    Do you think you're smarter than a Nutmegger? Test your knowledge with Connecticut themed trivia to find out! Try your best at various styles of trivia games and puzzles with categories like famous (and not so famous) Connecticut people, things made in our state, important historical moments, and more.

  • Tavern Talks

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

    On select Sundays at 2:00 pm this winter, drop in for a gallery talk about tavern life in early Connecticut.

  • Family Movie Night: Encanto

    Join us for a special showing of Encanto! Sing along with Mirabel and the rest of the magical Madrigal family, each blessed with their own unique gifts - both magical and ordinary! Free popcorn and juice boxes will be provided. Families are encouraged to bring pillows and blankets and wear their comfiest footy pajamas.

  • Inspire Center – New Theme!

    Inspire Center – New Theme!

    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. February - March's challenge is to invent a new tool that can be used for fishing!