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. October's challenge is to identify your favorite fairy tale and design a one-of-a-kind object inspired by the story!

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.

French Canadian Jam

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 at the CMCH,  happening Saturday afternoons on First Free Weekends! New players and new listeners are always welcome!...

Free

Book Launch: “Stories Sell” by Matthew Dicks

Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

Join internationally bestselling author and champion storyteller Matthew Dicks for an evening of stories, special guests, and much more in celebration of the launch of his next book, Stories Sell: Storyworthy Strategies to Grow Your Business and Brand.

$15

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. October's challenge is to identify your favorite fairy tale and design a one-of-a-kind object inspired by the story!

Family Story Time

Join us for a special family story time! Surrounded by books in the exhibit Connecticut's Bookshelf, families will cozy up in beanbags, listen to a story, and then do some crafts! With a new story each time, families can discover the many stories brought to life by Connecticut authors and illustrators.

Guided Tour of Connecticut’s Bookshelf

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

Drop in for a guided tour of our latest special exhibition, Connecticut's Bookshelf.

Wide Awake: The Connecticut Youth Movement that Elected Lincoln

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

Join us for a talk and book signing with the Smithsonian's Jon Grinspan, author of Wide Awake: The Forgotten Force that Elected Lincoln and Spurred the Civil War.

Free

Date Night: Chills and Treats

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

Bring your sweetie or bestie to the museum for a look at some of the weirdest and creepiest items in our vaults, then relax with drinks and a fun Halloween-themed craft!

Wide Awakes: Campaigning for Lincoln Gallery Talk

Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

Join a museum educator for a guided tour of our newest exhibition, Wide Awakes: Campaigning for Lincoln.

Free