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May 2023

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May 02 2023
May 2, 2023

Lunch and Learn: The Neurocolorline — Locating Black Autism and Black Neurodivergence in the Archives

May 2, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

In this lunchtime talk, Dr. Paulin will talk about how the history of anti-black racism and ableism in the U.S. erases both the past and contemporary experiences of Black neurodivergence.

May 03 2023
May 3, 2023

Short Attention Span Literary Club

May 3, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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This month, we discuss “A Contract Overseas," by Filipina-American author Mia Alvar.

May 06 2023
May 6, 2023

Free First Saturday

May 6, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Enjoy Free First Weekend at the CMCH! Free First Saturday includes admission to the Museum galleries all day. Please note that free admission does not include the Waterman Research Center.

May 06 2023
May 6, 2023

Inspire Center – New Theme!

May 6, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
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The Inspire Center brings history and problem-solving together in a hands-on creative space for visitors of all ages! May's challenge is to invent a new and improved way to garden!

May 06 2023
May 6, 2023

Family Program: On the Move

May 6, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Have you ever moved from one place to another? Explore our newest exhibition Journeys 旅途: Boys of the Chinese Educational Mission, look through suitcases full of historic toys, clothing, and household items, and complete a related craft.

May 07 2023
May 7, 2023

Free First Sunday

May 7, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Enjoy Free First Weekend at the CMCH! Free First Sunday includes admission to the Museum galleries all day. Please note, the Waterman Research Center is closed on Sunday.

May 11 2023
May 11, 2023

Date Night: Play the Bicycle Game!

May 11, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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Getting bored with run-of-the-mill date nights? Sure, dinner and a movie is fine….but we’ve got something different.

May 13 2023
May 13, 2023

The June Archer School of Arts: Interactive Musical Exhibit and Panel Discussion (SOLD OUT!)

May 13, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

UPDATE! This ticketed event is now sold out. Join the CMCH and the June Archer School of Arts for a history of urban arts and entertainment!

May 14 2023
May 14, 2023

Journeys 旅途 : Boys of the Chinese Educational Mission Gallery Talk

May 14, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Drop in to learn more about the stories shared in Journeys 旅途 : Boys of the Chinese Educational Mission.

May 20 2023
May 20, 2023

Heritage Roots in Connecticut

May 20, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Food is a love language in many Asian American households. In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we are honoring this deep-rooted connection by centering the voices of aunts and grandmothers on what they cultivate and how it connects them to their past.

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Hartford CT, 06105

860.236.5621

 

Museum Hours:

Tuesday - Saturday 10 am - 5 pm, Thursday until 8 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm

Research Center Hours:

Tuesday-Saturday 12 pm - 5 pm, Thursday until 8 pm
Always by appointment only.