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  • Family Program: Game On!

    Have you ever heard of lawn bowling? What about pedestrianism? Learn about and experience these community-based sports and more at this program for visitors of all ages!

    Free

  • Family Grab and Go Bags: Silhouette Saturday

    What would you look like as a silhouette? With inspiration from historic silhouette-style artwork, families will create a framed portrait to take home! Please note, there is no on-site family program; these FREE bags are designed for families to complete at home and will be available while supplies last.

    Free

  • Beat the Heat: Saturday (family day)

    Escape the heat with the beats and melodies of music! Join us for an interactive day of musical discovery through fun classes, hands-on experiences, crafts, snacks, and more.

    Free

  • Family Program: Fictional Forests

    Go on an adventure with Sophie Mouse! Inspired by The Adventures of Sophie Mouse series by Connecticut author Poppy Green, this program will bring to life some of Sophie's fun-filled escapades in the woodland village of Silverlake Forest. Families can hop on lily pads, craft with flowers, and design their own make-believe forest filled with whimsical woodland characters!

    Free

  • Family Program: Construction Zone

    Grab your hard hat and tool belt! Join us at the Museum where kids can become construction workers for the day! Families will build with foam bricks and blocks, create blueprints, and learn about some of the tools and vehicles used on construction sites.

  • Family Program: Snow Many Snowmen!

    How do you make a snowman? Through various artforms, including origami, painting, and collaging, families can make a wide array of snowmen to bring home. Then, get ready for the holidays with holiday poppers and cards for loved ones!

  • Family Program: Heroes on the Homefront

    Why was Connecticut nicknamed the Provisions State? Families will explore the many ways Connecticans provided support during times of war. Shop with ration coupons, get thrifty with recycled materials, make WWII-era mess kits, and more!

  • Family Program: Beat the Heat

    Escape the heat with the beats and melodies of music! Join us for a FREE, interactive day of musical discovery through fun classes, hands-on experiences, crafts, snacks, and more.

  • Family Program: History Mystery

    Grab your detective gear and get ready to solve a mystery! Decorate your own magnifying glass, solve clues, and search through the galleries for special objects and images.

  • 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.

  • Family Program: Sensing History

    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!

    Free

  • Family Program: Valentines for Kids

    Happy Valentine’s Day! Using historic valentines from the Museum’s collection as inspiration, create one-of-a-kind cards to give to your loved ones!

    Free