Persian Calligraphy Workshop with Alibaba Awrang
Please join us for an introduction to Persian Calligraphy with Master Artist, Alibaba Awrang.Suitable for beginners!
Guided Tour of Connecticut’s Bookshelf
Drop in for a guided tour of our latest special exhibition, Connecticut's Bookshelf.
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!
Beginner’s Printmaking Workshop
Please join us for an introduction to printmaking, led by folk artist Philitha Stemplys-Cowdrey
Family Story Time
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.
Annual Members’ Meeting
Connecticut Museum Members are cordially invited to attend the 2023 Annual Meeting! This is Member exclusive meeting offers a 2023 year-in-review, and a sneak-peek of what's to come in 2024. Enjoy Connecticut-themed refreshments, meet fellow members and culture and history enthusiasts, and join us afterwards for "Connecting Connecticut," an interactive open house that dives into the exciting happenings within the Museum, from viewing new acquisitions in Collections to discovering new traditional arts, and much more!…
Connecting Connecticut – Open House
Join us for "Connecting Connecticut," a FREE interactive open house where you "travel" across Connecticut, visiting each county as you journey throughout the Museum's galleries, answer trivia questions, and earn a chance to win free Connecticut Museum membership for a year! Along the way, go behind the scenes with our Museum staff to discover the highlights of 2023 - and what's to come in 2024. Learn about traditional artists across the state from Cultural Sustainability,…
Inspire Center – New Theme!
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. With objects and themes changing monthly, you can enjoy unique experiences all year long! June’s challenge is to design a new way to serve your favorite food with style!
Family Program: Game On!
Have you ever heard of lawn bowling? What about pedestrianism? Learn about and experience these community-based sports and more at this program for visitors of all ages!
French Canadian Jam
Get acquainted with French Canadian traditional tunes at this monthly jam session at the CMCH, happening Saturday afternoons on First Free Weekends! New players and new listeners are always welcome! If you would like to join in, please get in touch with jam organizer, Joe Lavariere, at [email protected]. Please note: the French Canadian Jam will take a break during July, November, and December.