What communities to you belong to? What are some things we can do as part of a community to make positive change? Visit the Museum for a reading of “I am We: A Story of Community,” written by Susan Verde, while sipping hot cocoa and munching on treats! Then, families will make their own community-inspired art project.
Did you know coffee stains can be used to make silly monsters? Or that these monsters each have their own backstories and adventures? Visit the Museum for a reading of short stories from The Coffeemonsters Book, written by Stefan Kunhigk, while sipping hot cocoa (coffee for the adults!) and munching on treats. Then, families will make their own book of coffee-stain monsters and short stories.
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!
Get ready to sing and dance along with a cast of musical animals! Join us for a special showing of Sing, an animated movie all about music, making friends, and showing off your special talents. Watch as an eclectic group of animals, ranging from a shy elephant to a boisterous mouse, all band together to put on a one-of-a-kind concert!
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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!
