Unforgetting – Restoring and Reclaiming Connecticut’s Hidden Histories
A panel of experts talks about efforts to uncover long-ignored stories and recalibrate our understanding of Connecticut’s historical involvement with slavery. Former State Representative Pat Wilson Pheanious, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Witness Stones Project, Inc., shares her family’s story in Connecticut Public’s new series Unforgotten: Connecticut’s Hidden History of Slavery; Akeia de Barros Gomes, Senior Curator of Maritime Social Histories at the Mystic Seaport Museum previews the upcoming exhibition Entwined: Freedom, Sovereignty…
What Is A Disaster? State Historian Andy Horowitz in Conversation with Jacob A. C. Remes
In a freewheeling conversation, two leading scholars in the field of disaster studies will consider events in Connecticut history and beyond, thinking out loud together about why some kinds of bad news are considered disasters while others are not, and what difference it makes.
Reggaeton Roots: the Connecticut Diaspora’s Impact
Dive into the rhythmic journey of reggaeton with Nina Vazquez, known for her work in promoting reggaeton history. Explore Connecticut's pivotal role in shaping reggaeton within the Puerto Rican diaspora, and participate in an immersive exploration into the roots and evolution of one of the most influential music genres. Connecticut, often overlooked in discussions about Reggaeton, played a significant role in fostering the genre's growth within the Puerto Rican diaspora. From its origins in the…
Persian Calligraphy Workshop with Alibaba Awrang
Please join us for an introduction to Persian Calligraphy with Master Artist, Alibaba Awrang.Suitable for beginners!
Date Night: Making the Look
Bring your sweetie or your bestie for custom look at historic fashion accessories,followed by refreshments and a fashion knowledge quiz!