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
Connecticut’s Revolution at Museum of Connecticut History
Museum of Connecticut History 231 Capitol Ave, Hartford
All Is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914 at Playhouse on Park
Playhouse on Park 244 Park Road, West Hartford
Jingle All the Way with Music on the Hill at Wilton Historical Society
Wilton Historical Society 224 Danbury Road, WiltonWeek 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
Great Trains Show at Wilton Historical Society
The Great Trains Show brings a cherished winter tradition to life with model trains winding through miniature towns in the Wilton Historical Society’s decorated historic buildings. Visitors can explore detailed layouts, spot unexpected animals, press interactive buttons and chat with knowledgeable train enthusiasts. A twinkling winter village features tiny buildings, skaters, sledding children, horses, swans ... 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
Jingle All the Way with Music on the Hill at Wilton Historical Society
Music on the Hill brings holiday carols and winter songs to the Wilton Historical Society, with singers and handbell ringers leading two identical singalong programs. The all-ages event also includes a jingle-bell craft. Admission is free, and donations are encouraged. The concert takes place Saturday, December 20, from 2 pm to 3 pm, inside near ... Read more
Open Daily for Winter Vacation at Connecticut Science Center
Make winter break a family day of discovery with more than 165 hands-on exhibits, live science demonstrations, KidSpace for children ages 7 and under, sock skating, and giant-screen movies. Visitors can also explore the tropical Butterfly Encounter and see the Sharks exhibition, included with general admission, before it closes January 3. The Science Center is ... Read more
Monday, December 21, 2026
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Tuesday, December 22, 2026
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December 22, 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 23, 2026
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December 23, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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 24, 2026
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December 24, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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December 24, 2026 - RecurringOpen Mic at Molten Java
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 25, 2026
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December 25, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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 26, 2026
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December 26, 2026 - RecurringOpen Arts Studio at Grace Farms
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December 26, 2026 - RecurringChess Lessons at Mattatuck Museum
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December 26, 2026 - RecurringExhibit Highlight Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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December 26, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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
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 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06702. The program offers private and semi-private instruction designed for both beginners learning the game and experienced players looking to ... 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
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 27, 2026
No events on this day.