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The View from Here 2026: Finding Our Paths at Yale Center for British Art
Yale Center for British Art 1080 Chapel Street, New Haven
American Saints and Blesseds at Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center
Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center 1 State St., New Haven
Hieroglyphs to Hype: The Modern Afterlife of Ancient Egypt at Fairfield University Art Museum
Fairfield University Art Museum 1073 North Benson Road, Fairfield
James Welling: Cento at Fairfield University Art Museum
Fairfield University Art Museum 1073 North Benson Road, Fairfield
Ongoing
Connecticut’s Revolution at Museum of Connecticut History
Museum of Connecticut History 231 Capitol Ave, Hartford
Holiday Enchantment at Connecticut Science Center
Connecticut Science Center 250 Columbus Boulevard, HartfordWeek of Events
RUSUNUNGUKO (liberty / independence / freedom) at Yale Schwarzman Center
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 draws on the Shona word “ruka,” meaning to weave, braid, or knit, and reflects the social connections formed in salons, living rooms, and porches where ... Read more
The View from Here 2026: Finding Our Paths at Yale Center for British Art
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 windows from April 6, 2026, through April 6, 2027, this free exhibition features photography by nine student artists participating in The View from Here: Accessing ... Read more
American Saints and Blesseds at Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center
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. The exhibition also highlights St. Teresa of Calcutta, who received honorary U.S. citizenship. Organized by the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center, the exhibit is on ... Read more
Connecticut’s Revolution at Museum of Connecticut History
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 stories to light, including a copy of the Declaration of Independence printed by Mary Katharine Goddard, a Revolutionary War flag, a fragment of a statue ... Read more
Hieroglyphs to Hype: The Modern Afterlife of Ancient Egypt at Fairfield University Art Museum
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 the lasting influence of ancient Egyptian art and culture on modern imagination, design, and popular culture through paintings, prints, photography, sculpture, decorative arts, and contemporary ... Read more
James Welling: Cento at Fairfield University Art Museum
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 exhibition marks the first American museum presentation of this major body of work by renowned contemporary photographer James Welling. Featuring more than 60 photographs focused ... Read more
Holiday Enchantment at Connecticut Science Center
Holiday Enchantment brings seasonal displays, interactive experiences, and festive science to the Connecticut Science Center from November 14 through December 23, 2026. Visitors can stomp, jump, and dance through the new Enchanted Lights experience, pose at holiday photo backdrops, try the indoor sock-skating rink, make crafts in the Winter Wonder Lab, and enjoy seasonal science ... Read more
All Is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914 at Playhouse on Park
Playhouse on Park presents All Is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914, a musical retelling of the remarkable true story of the World War I Christmas Truce. Set on the Western Front in 1914, the production recounts the extraordinary night when soldiers from opposing sides laid down their weapons, shared music and found moments of ... Read more
The Nutmeg Ballet’s The Nutcracker at The Bushnell
A beloved holiday tradition returns to Hartford as The Nutmeg Ballet presents its timeless production of The Nutcracker on December 5 and 6, 2026, at The Bushnell. Audiences can experience the magic and wonder of this classic holiday ballet, filled with enchanting moments and festive spirit. Whether it is a first-time experience or a cherished ... Read more
Monday, November 30, 2026
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Tuesday, December 1, 2026
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December 1, 2026 - RecurringMaterials Studio at Grace Farms
Materials Studio at Grace Farms
Children ages 4–11 and their caregivers can explore the life cycle and properties of materials used in the built environment. Led by the Grace Farms Education Team, this hands-on program invites families to build, take apart, reimagine, and create, inspired by the exhibit With Every Fiber: Pigment, Stone, Glass. Materials Studio takes place every Tuesday ... Read more
Wednesday, December 2, 2026
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December 2, 2026 -Schools OUT! Winter Wonders at Mattatuck Museum
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December 2, 2026 - RecurringMaterials Studio at Grace Farms
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December 2, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
Schools OUT! Winter Wonders at Mattatuck Museum
Celebrate the creativity and beauty of winter during Schools OUT! Winter Wonders at the Mattatuck Museum on Wednesday, December 2, from 8 am to 5 pm. Part of Camp MATT, ... Read more
Materials Studio at Grace Farms
Children ages 4–11 and their caregivers can explore the life cycle and properties of materials used in the built environment. Led by the Grace Farms Education Team, this hands-on program invites families to build, take apart, reimagine, and create, inspired by the exhibit With Every Fiber: Pigment, Stone, Glass. Materials Studio takes place every Tuesday ... Read more
Pequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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
Thursday, December 3, 2026
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December 3, 2026 - RecurringStudio Beginnings at Grace Farms
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December 3, 2026 - RecurringGrace Farms Tour at Grace Farms
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December 3, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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December 3, 2026 - RecurringOpen Mic at Molten Java
Studio Beginnings at Grace Farms
Young children can explore art through weekly prompts inspired by the River building and surrounding landscape. Led by Grace Farms Arts Educator Nancy Jameson, this open-ended studio experience encourages children to experiment with texture, form, line, color, and space through making and play. Studio Beginnings takes place every Thursday from 10 am to 12 pm ... Read more
Grace Farms Tour at Grace Farms
Explore the River building and Barns on a comprehensive tour highlighting the architecture, sustainable design, curated interiors, and material choices. Guests can take in views of the surrounding landscape and sample tea from Grace Farms Tea & Coffee, a Certified B Corp focused on ethical and sustainable supply chains. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning firm SANAA, ... Read more
Pequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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
Open Mic at Molten Java
Musicians, performers, and audience members of all ages can enjoy an evening of live entertainment during the weekly Open Mic at Molten Java every Thursday from 7 to 9 pm. Molten Java is located at 213 Greenwood Ave, Bethel, CT 06801. The event is open to all ages.
Friday, December 4, 2026
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December 4, 2026 - RecurringBunny Book Group at Grace Farms
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December 4, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
Bunny Book Group at Grace Farms
Stories and hands-on activities invite young children to explore how ideas can grow into creative, innovative creations. Each week features a different book from the Grace Farms Library, paired with activities inspired by the site’s architecture, art, and landscape. The program takes place every Friday, with sessions from 10:15 am to 10:45 am and 11 ... Read more
Pequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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
Saturday, December 5, 2026
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December 5, 2026 -Santa Brunch at 1741 Pub & Grill
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December 5, 2026 - RecurringOpen Arts Studio at Grace Farms
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December 5, 2026 -Story Time at Yale Center for British Art
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December 5, 2026 - RecurringChess Lessons at Mattatuck Museum
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December 5, 2026 - RecurringGrace Farms Tour at Grace Farms
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December 5, 2026 - RecurringExhibit Highlight Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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December 5, 2026 - RecurringMuseums on Us at the Mattatuck Museum
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December 5, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
Santa Brunch at 1741 Pub & Grill
Enjoy a holiday brunch buffet and meet Santa and Mrs. Claus at Lyman Orchards. Seatings are available Saturday, December 5, 2026, at 10 am and 12 pm. The buffet includes scrambled eggs, a French toast bar, cod with beurre blanc sauce, a brisket carving station, bacon, sausage, home fries, fruit salad, Lyman’s apple cider donuts, ... Read more
Open Arts Studio at Grace Farms
Children ages 4–11 can explore art through a monthly tactile project led by Grace Farms Arts Educator Nancy Jameson. Open-ended activities encourage creative thinking and draw inspiration from Grace Farms’ artworks, landscape, and community. The studio is open every Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm. Adult caregivers must accompany children, and visitors should arrive ... Read more
Story Time at Yale Center for British Art
Early learners and their families can enjoy stories inspired by the museum’s exhibitions. The free read-aloud takes place Saturday, December 5, 2026, from 10:30 am to 11 am in the fourth-floor galleries. Yale Center for British Art is located at 1080 Chapel St., New Haven, CT.
Chess Lessons at Mattatuck Museum
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
Grace Farms Tour at Grace Farms
Explore the River building and Barns on a comprehensive tour highlighting the architecture, sustainable design, curated interiors, and material choices. Guests can take in views of the surrounding landscape and sample tea from Grace Farms Tea & Coffee, a Certified B Corp focused on ethical and sustainable supply chains. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning firm SANAA, ... Read more
Exhibit Highlight Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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
Museums on Us at the Mattatuck Museum
Bank of America, Merrill, and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders can enjoy free general admission to the Mattatuck Museum during the Museums on Us program, held on the first ... Read more
Pequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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
Sunday, December 6, 2026
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December 6, 2026 -Santa Brunch at 1741 Pub & Grill
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December 6, 2026 - RecurringMuseums on Us at the Mattatuck Museum
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December 6, 2026 -Holiday Open House at Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum
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December 6, 2026 -UPstaged | A Christmas Carol starring Dick Terhune at Palace Theater
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December 6, 2026 -Get That Holiday Feeling with the Connecticut Accordion Association at Mattatuck Museum
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December 6, 2026 -Buoy Tree Lighting Ceremony at Lisman Landing
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December 6, 2026 - RecurringThe Nutmeg Ballet’s The Nutcracker at The Bushnell
Santa Brunch at 1741 Pub & Grill
Enjoy a holiday brunch buffet and meet Santa and Mrs. Claus at Lyman Orchards. Seatings are available Sunday, December 6, 2026, at 10 am and 12 pm. The buffet includes scrambled eggs, a French toast bar, cod with beurre blanc sauce, a brisket carving station, bacon, sausage, home fries, fruit salad, Lyman’s apple cider donuts, ... Read more
Museums on Us at the Mattatuck Museum
Bank of America, Merrill, and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders can enjoy free general admission to the Mattatuck Museum during the Museums on Us program, held on the first ... Read more
Holiday Open House at Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum
Celebrate the season with festive décor, holiday displays, and a visit with Santa and his elf, who will greet children and hear their Christmas wishes. Guests can also tour the exhibition Unwrapping Christmas Past: From Puritans to Pop Culture and enjoy complimentary refreshments at the Pop-up Café. The open house takes place Sunday, December 6, ... Read more
UPstaged | A Christmas Carol starring Dick Terhune at Palace Theater
A timeless holiday story comes to life in a captivating one-man performance when Dick Terhune presents A Christmas Carol at Palace Theater on Sunday, December 6, 2026, from 2 to ... Read more
Get That Holiday Feeling with the Connecticut Accordion Association at Mattatuck Museum
Celebrate the season with a festive musical performance at the Mattatuck Museum on Sunday, December 6, from 2 to 3:30 pm. The Connecticut Accordion Association, led by conductor Peter Peluso, will present a full-ensemble concert featuring holiday favorites and surprise guest artists. Designed for audiences of all ages, this lively seasonal performance offers a fresh ... Read more
Buoy Tree Lighting Ceremony at Lisman Landing
Decorated buoys made by community members adorn a 20- to 30-foot holiday tree built from lobster traps at the Milford waterfront. The celebration includes a holiday market, food trucks, music, Santa and Mrs. Claus arriving by oyster boat, and a tree lighting with the mayor. The event takes place Sunday, December 6, 2026, from 2 ... Read more
The Nutmeg Ballet’s The Nutcracker at The Bushnell
A beloved holiday tradition returns to Hartford as The Nutmeg Ballet presents its timeless production of The Nutcracker on December 5 and 6, 2026, at The Bushnell. Audiences can experience the magic and wonder of this classic holiday ballet, filled with enchanting moments and festive spirit. Whether it is a first-time experience or a cherished ... Read more
