Lunch and Learn – Connecticut Soldiers and the Incident on the Massachusetts, April 1865
Join us as author Karen E. Stone unfolds the story of the steamer Massachusetts and it's Connecticut men, their journey through the war, and how this tragedy on the Potomac occurred.
Día de Muertos Community Celebration / Celebración Comunitaria del Día de Muertos
Our annual Día de Muertos Community Celebration returns for 2025 on Saturday, November 1 @ 11 am - 4 pm, FREE and fun for all ages! Experience the sights and sounds of Día de Muertos/Day of the Dead, with all-ages arts activities, mariachi music and Mexican folk dance performances, delicious food for sale by food trucks, and more! Delve into the rich, storied traditions of this holiday with us. Get free tickets today and mark…
Remembrance Program with New England Donor Services / Done Vida New England
In the spirit of the Día de Muertos celebration, a time to honor, remember and celebrate the lives of our loved ones who have passed, New England Donor Services / Done Vida New England is proud to participate in the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History’s weeklong celebration from November 1st to November 8th, located at One Elizabeth Street, Hartford, CT 06105. We invite you to visit our beautifully crafted donation altar (ofrenda), created to…
French Canadian Jam
Get acquainted with French Canadian traditional tunes at this monthly jam session, happening Saturday afternoons on First Free Weekends!
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! With themes changing every other month, you can enjoy these kits all year long. November-December’s theme is “From Flora to Fauna,” an exploration of Connecticut's natural landscape and how it has been used by Native Peoples throughout history and today.
Short Attention Span Literary Club
This month’s story is “The Man To Bring Rain Clouds,” by Leslie Marmon Silko.
Hannah and Her Daughters
The Connecticut Museum is excited to invite you to experience an original work of music based on manuscripts from our collection!
Coffee: A Connecticut Story Exhibit Tour
Join a museum educator for a guided tour of our newest exhibition, Coffee: A Connecticut Story.
Vets Town Hall
In honor of Veterans Day, please join us to hear from veterans about their experiences.
C-Change Conversations: Building a Better Tomorrow
Please join us for a presentation that explores the challenges of climate change and what we can do to mitigate them. This presentation is hosted by the Connecticut Valley Garden Club.