Discover, create, and solve problems through hands-on exploration at the Inspire Center, featuring a new interactive theme beginning August 1, 2026, at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. Open from 10 am to 4:30 pm every weekend, the Inspire Center offers engaging experiences for visitors of all ages. The Inspire Center combines history, creativity, ... Read more
Meet fascinating animals from around the world during the Wildlife Encounters Animal Show at the Connecticut Science Center. Presented by the award-winning team at Wildlife Encounters, this interactive live experience offers guests the chance to see remarkable animal ambassadors up close while learning about their unique adaptations, behaviors, and the important roles they play in ... Read more
Cool off with a day of music, creativity, and family fun during the free Family Program: Beat the Heat on August 1, 2026, from 11 am to 4 pm at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. Designed for children of all ages and their families, this interactive event celebrates the joy of music through ... Read more
Explore history through creativity at the Inspire Center on August 2, 2026, from 12 pm to 4:30 pm at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. This interactive, hands-on space invites visitors of all ages to examine historical objects, spark their imaginations, and collaborate on creative problem-solving challenges. The Inspire Center combines museum collections with ... Read more
Families with young children can enjoy an afternoon of stories and creativity during Family Storytime at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History on June 7, August 2, and September 6 from 3 pm to 3:30 pm. The recurring program invites children and caregivers to relax on beanbags while listening to stories centered around creativity, ... Read more
Step into the social world of early Connecticut during Tavern Talks at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. Held on Tuesday afternoons throughout the summer, this gallery talk explores the fascinating history behind the museum's collection of historic tavern signs displayed in the Auditorium. These signs once hung outside bustling taverns that served as ... Read more
Readers are invited to join the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History's Short Attention Span Literary Club on August 5, 2026, from 1 pm to 2 pm for a relaxed online discussion of a contemporary short story. Designed for readers who enjoy meaningful conversations without the commitment of a traditional book club, the program meets ... Read more
Discover the art of comic creation during the Family Craft Workshop: Connecticut Cartooning on August 6, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. Families and aspiring artists ages 8 and up are invited to explore Connecticut's rich cartooning history while learning the fundamentals of comic storytelling. Led ... Read more
Experience an unforgettable tribute to one of rock's most influential bands when Friends of the Brothers with special guest Jaimoe brings A Celebration of The Allman Brothers Band to Infinity Music Hall in Hartford on Friday, August 7, 2026. This special concert celebrates the music and legacy of The Allman Brothers Band, featuring Friends of ... Read more
Learn the art of traditional woodcarving during Relief Carving Fundamentals with Rick Liegl on August 8, 2026, from 1 pm to 4 pm at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. This beginner-friendly workshop introduces participants to the techniques of relief carving while creating a decorative floral design on a wooden panel. Designed for both ... Read more
