Explore an installation by designer and visual artist Nontsikelelo Mutiti, whose printed works, films, and installations engage with the history and aesthetics of hair braiding in Black life. The title ... Read more
Explore the perspectives and creativity of New Haven youth through The View from Here 2026 at the Yale Center for British Art. On view in the museum’s High Street exterior ... Read more
Explore Sharon’s history through three pivotal years in American history with Independence Revisited: Sharon in 1776, 1876 & 1976. On view from April 22, 2026, through January 15, 2027, the ... Read more
Explore the complex perspectives surrounding the American Revolution in Loyalists and Sons of Liberty: America 250, a free exhibition at the Yale Center for British Art from May 6 through ... Read more
Explore Fairfield’s colonial past in Fairfield in 1776: Revolution & Resilience, an exhibition marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. On view from May 14, 2026, through January 3, 2027, the exhibition examines the people, communities, and social structures that shaped Fairfield in the years leading up to the American Revolution. Visitors can ... Read more
Discover the lives of Catholics connected to the United States who have been canonized or beatified, and learn how the Catholic Church recognizes them as models of holiness and intercessors. ... Read more
Explore the story of Highfield, a Middlebury estate designed by pioneering Connecticut architect Theodate Pope Riddle for Joseph and Elizabeth Chamberlain in 1911–1914. Family album photographs from the Chamberlains’ early years at the estate and materials related to Pope’s English Arts and Crafts style highlight her design and career. Pope became one of the first ... Read more
Explore how people have marked important moments in history, from the nation’s Centennial in 1876 and Bicentennial in 1976 to town and state anniversaries. Photographs, quilts, costumes, flags, and other ... Read more
Discover how photography has shaped perceptions of the natural world in Sightlines: British Landscape Photography, 1840 to Now, a free exhibition at the Yale Center for British Art from July ... Read more
Explore the groundbreaking work of British landscape painter John Constable in John Constable: The Landscape Reimagined, a free exhibition at the Yale Center for British Art from September 3, 2026, ... Read more
Celebrate 60 years of free admission while supporting the future of The Benton Museum of Art during its 60th Anniversary Silent Auction Fundraiser, taking place September 11 through 26, 2026. ... Read more
Fairfield University Art Museum will present Hieroglyphs to Hype: The Modern Afterlife of Ancient Egypt from September 18 through December 12, 2026, in the Bellarmine Hall Galleries. The exhibition explores ... Read more
Explore the colorful season with hundreds of activities, including hikes, bike rides, paddles, and more across The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor. Walktober runs September 19 through November 8, ... Read more
Fairfield University Art Museum will present James Welling: Cento from September 25 through December 12, 2026, in the Walsh Gallery at the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts. The ... Read more
Café Flo at the Florence Griswold Museum will be closed on Saturday, September 26, 2026, for a private museum event. The café will not be available for regular service on ... Read more
Explore the history, culture, and natural beauty of Litchfield County during the 24th Annual Housatonic Heritage Walks, taking place from September 5 through October 4, 2026. This free series of ... Read more
Celebrate the Halloween season during Phantom Fall Fest at Lake Compounce on weekends from September 19 through November 1, 2026. This seasonal event offers two Halloween experiences in one day. ... Read more
Mark the nation’s 250th anniversary with an exhibition exploring the people and experiences that shaped Connecticut during the Revolutionary era. More than 100 objects and documents bring new and familiar ... Read more
Enjoy a fall day in the orchard with apple, pear, and flower picking, wagon rides, food trucks, a sweet shop, a large activity area, and a four-acre wildlife-themed corn maze ... Read more
Artist and author Robert Carley documents how Americans have represented the flag in the years since September 11, 2001. Through photographs, images, and three-dimensional models, the exhibition explores the flag’s ... Read more
The Connecticut River and the communities connected to it take center stage during Watershed Week, taking place September 18 through 27, 2026, as partners throughout the Connecticut River watershed come ... Read more
The Academy Players of Fairfield University will present Tracy Letts’s The Minutes from Wednesday, September 23, through Saturday, September 26, at 7:30 pm at the Wien Experimental Theatre in the ... Read more
Playhouse on Park presents The Happiest Man on Earth, a one-man play based on the life and experiences of Eddie Jaku, a German-Jewish survivor of Auschwitz concentration camp. Despite losing ... Read more
Celebrate the arrival of autumn at The Fall Foliage Festival & Car Show in Winsted on Saturday, September 26, from 10 am–3 pm. The festival offers a seasonal community celebration ... Read more
Circular Society’s Vintage Market returns to Middletown on Saturday, September 26, from 10 am to 4 pm. The market features a curated mix of vintage clothing, jewelry and accessories, art ... Read more
Milford Makes will transform the Firehouse Gallery into a Mini Creative Reuse Center and Makerspace for a weekend of shopping, workshops, and hands-on creativity from Friday, September 25, through Sunday, ... Read more
A sparkling faerie adventure awaits at Gemstone Station during Wee Faerie Village 2026, running from September 26 through November 1 at the Florence Griswold Museum. This year’s village takes inspiration ... Read more
Players of all ages and skill levels can learn and practice chess during weekly Chess Lessons held every Saturday from 10:30 am to 12 pm at the Mattatuck Museum, 144 ... Read more
Explore thousands of years of history during the Exhibit Highlight Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. Offered on Saturdays between 10:30 am and 2:30 pm, this one-hour guided experience is led by a Mashantucket Pequot Educator and provides an engaging introduction to the Museum's signature exhibits. Designed for visitors of all ages, ... Read more
Discover the history of herbal medicine in Colonial America through a two-part program led by Dr. Eugene Zampieron, known as Dr. Z, at The Glebe House Museum & Gertrude Jekyll Garden in Woodbury. The series begins online on Wednesday, September 23, at 6 pm with a presentation introducing the foundations of colonial herbal medicine. Dr. ... Read more
Bring your camera to The Shore Line Trolley Museum on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 11 am to 3 pm for Photography Friendly Day & Photo Challenge. This special event ... Read more
Experience life in a 16th-century Pequot community during the Pequot Village Tour, offered Wednesdays through Saturdays at 12 pm at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. This 20-minute guided experience provides an immersive look at the traditions, daily life, and enduring cultural heritage of the Pequot people. Guests will explore a recreated Pequot village ... Read more
Young artists are invited to explore the stories and symbols of the Taíno people during the Kids Art Workshop: Taíno Symbols & Myths at the Mattatuck Museum on Saturday, September ... Read more
Families are invited to explore the art of photography during Family Day: Getting Creative with Photography at the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts in Fairfield on Saturday, September ... Read more
Discover the artistic traditions of the Indigenous Caribbean during the Intermediate Art Workshop: Taíno Symbols & Indigenous Identity at the Mattatuck Museum on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 2 to ... Read more
A new exhibition exploring untold stories of the American Revolution will be on view from June 11 through October 3, 2026 at the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum, 295 West Avenue, Norwalk, ... Read more
Circular Society celebrates its official opening with an evening featuring live DJ sets, art exhibitions, projected visuals, food, drinks and curated vendors. Guests can explore the new social club and coworking space while discovering the artists and businesses featured throughout the venue. The grand opening will take place from 6 pm to 9 pm on ... Read more
Circular Society celebrates the opening of its social club with an evening featuring live DJ sets, art exhibitions, projected visuals, food, drinks, curated vendors, and a tattoo artist. Guests can also explore the new space and discover the artists and vendors featured throughout the evening. The event takes place Saturday, September 26, from 6 to ... Read more
An evening inspired by the artists and creative spirit of the Lyme Art Colony returns with The 44th Annual Benefit Auction on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 6 to 10 ... Read more
Comedian Marcus D. Wiley brings his stand-up comedy to Hartford Funny Bone Comedy Club for four performances on September 25–26, 2026. Known for his clean, high-energy style and relatable stories ... Read more
Comedian Michael Blackson brings his unmistakable style of stand-up comedy to Stress Factory Comedy Club in Bridgeport for four performances on September 25–26, 2026. Known for his fearless humor, energetic ... Read more
Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo brings The Unraveled Tour to PeoplesBank Arena for two nights on Friday, September 25, and Saturday, September 26, 2026. Both performances begin at 7 pm and feature special guest Wolf Alice. Kicking off the tour in Hartford, Olivia Rodrigo will perform songs from across her acclaimed catalog, including fan favorites ... Read more
Comedian and viral creator Nurse John brings his Against Medical Advice tour to the Shubert Theatre on Saturday, September 26, 2026. The performance begins at 7 pm. Known offstage as ... Read more
Face your fears this fall at Haunt on Eden, returning to Mount Southington Ski Area on select weekends from September through November 2026. The haunted attraction operates from 7 to ... Read more
Celebrate the Halloween season with Hocus Pocus Live! An All-New Parody Musical at the Nancy Marine Studio Theatre. Performances take place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 7 pm and ... Read more
Eastbound Theatre, a division of the Milford Arts Council, will present Noel Coward’s classic comedy Hay Fever from September 11 through September 26 at the MAC in Milford. Directed by ... Read more
Enjoy an evening of classic rock and pop when The FIXX, Colin Blunstone, and Peter Asher perform at College Street Music Hall on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Doors open at ... Read more
Guitar Monsters comes to Infinity Music Hall in Hartford on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Doors open at 6:30 pm, with the show beginning at 8 pm. The performance brings guitar-driven music to the stage for an evening centered on standout musicianship and live rock energy. Infinity Music Hall is located in Hartford, CT. Additional information ... Read more
Dance the night away at A Night at Babylon on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 9 pm to 2 am at Chez Est in Hartford. Presented by DCJR Events, this late-night dance party draws inspiration from Queer as Folk, transforming the venue into an energetic celebration of music, lights, and the dance floor. DJ Sabi ... Read more
Comedian Marcus D. Wiley brings his stand-up comedy to Hartford Funny Bone Comedy Club for four performances on September 25–26, 2026. Known for his clean, high-energy style and relatable stories ... Read more
Comedian Michael Blackson brings his unmistakable style of stand-up comedy to Stress Factory Comedy Club in Bridgeport for four performances on September 25–26, 2026. Known for his fearless humor, energetic ... Read more
