Families can explore their creative side during Hands-On Creativity at the Florence Griswold Museum, offered Sundays from September 27 through November 1, 2026, from 11 am to 4 pm. Visitors can drop into the Museum’s Education Center for a fun Gemstone Station crafting project inspired by the Wee Faerie Village’s sparkling theme. The program offers ... Read more
Explore Connecticut artists’ perspectives on American identity and history during a guided gallery tour of Patchwork: Connecticut Artists Consider 250 on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 1 to 2 pm. ... Read more
Art and history come together during a special Day Trip to Olana on Monday, September 28, 2026, from 8 am to 6 pm, celebrating the 200th anniversary of the birth ... Read more
Families can explore herbs, flowers and minerals during Avery-Copp House Museum at Gemstone Station on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 11 am to 4 pm at the Florence Griswold Museum. ... Read more
Add a touch of faerie magic to your visit during Face Painting & Faerie Hair at the Florence Griswold Museum on Sundays, October 4 through 25, 2026, from 10 am ... Read more
Step into a whimsical world of creativity during Art•Bar Happy Hour: Bespoke Faerie Dwelling #1 on Thursday, October 8, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. This adult crafting event with ... Read more
Rocks, minerals and hands-on science take center stage during Gem Collection Study Day on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 11 am to 4 pm at the Florence Griswold Museum. Educators ... Read more
Add a touch of faerie magic to your visit during Face Painting & Faerie Hair at the Florence Griswold Museum on Sundays, October 4 through 25, 2026, from 10 am ... Read more
A special holiday Monday offers visitors opportunities to meet artists, explore Gemstone Station and enjoy hands-on activities during Meet the Artists Monday! on October 12, 2026, from 10 am to ... Read more
An evening of crafting, light fare and libations takes shape during Art•Bar Happy Hour: Bespoke Faerie Dwelling #2 on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the Florence Griswold Museum. Led by Julie Garvin-Riggs, Manager of Youth Education and Outreach, this adult crafting event invites participants to create an enchanted abode inspired ... Read more
