Join us for a virtual presentation as J. Christopher Kervick discusses his compelling new book, The Windsor Locks Canal: Yankee Enterprise and Irish Muscle.
This month’s story is “Old Flaming Youth,” by Jean Stafford.
June 7 and 8 are Free First Weekend at the Museum! That means free admission for all ages, all day long, to our Museum galleries and the Inspire Center. Explore...
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. June’s challenge is to create a decoration to help the Museum celebrate its 200th birthday!
Get ready for summer with games and crafts at the Connecticut Museum! Decorate your own visors, make sand art, go "fishing," and play some classic lawn games like corn hole and ring toss!
Get acquainted with French Canadian traditional tunes at this monthly jam session, happening Saturday afternoons on First Free Weekends!
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. June’s challenge is to create a decoration to help the Museum celebrate its 200th birthday!
Join a museum educator for a guided tour of our newest exhibition, Coffee: A Connecticut Story.
Join us for family story time at the Museum! Cozy up with beanbags and enjoy a reading of a book all about creativity and innovation. Then, families will be challenged to embrace their own inventive spirit by getting crafty in the Inspire Center!
Join us to learn from Connecticut woodworker Bob Van Dyke about ornamentation in Federal-period furniture. You'll see examples from our collection and Bob will demonstrate techniques!
In honor of Juneteenth, we're offering you a chance to see items in our collection that document how Connecticans have worked for social justice and freedom throughout our history.
Bomba de Aquí, led by Brendaliz Cepeda and current SNEAP Mentor Saul Peñaloza, will be teaching a free, family friendly workshop on Bomba Drumming and Dance.
Celebrate the Museum's 200th birthday with a party full of crafts, games, treats, and the launch of our brand new children's book, The Key to Adventure! Inspired by items from the...
Family Activity Kits are free take-home resources for families to enjoy, bringing history and fun together in the comfort of your own home! Please Note: This is not an on-site program.
This month’s story is the “White Trash Primer,” by Lacy M. Johnson.
Get acquainted with French Canadian traditional tunes at this monthly jam session, happening Saturday afternoons on First Free Weekends!
Join us for family story time at the Museum! Cozy up with beanbags and enjoy a reading of a book all about creativity and innovation. Then, families will be challenged to embrace their own inventive spirit by getting crafty in the Inspire Center!
