The View from Here 2026: Finding Our Paths at Yale Center for British Art
Yale Center for British Art 1080 Chapel Street, New Haven
Independence Revisited: Sharon in 1776, 1876 & 1976 at Sharon Historical Society & Museum
Sharon Historical Society & Museum 18 Main Street, Sharon
Loyalists and Sons of Liberty: America 250 at Yale Center for British Art
Yale Center for British Art 1080 Chapel Street, New Haven
Fairfield in 1776: Revolution & Resilience at Fairfield Museum & History Center
Fairfield Museum & History Center 370 Beach Road, Fairfield
American Saints and Blesseds at Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center
Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center 1 State St., New Haven
Sightlines: British Landscape Photography, 1840 to Now at Yale Center for British Art
Yale Center for British Art 1080 Chapel Street, New Haven
John Constable: The Landscape Reimagined at Yale Center for British Art
Yale Center for British Art 1080 Chapel Street, New Haven
Richard Long: Gravity at Yale Center for British Art
Yale Center for British Art 1080 Chapel Street, 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 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
Independence Revisited: Sharon in 1776, 1876 & 1976 at Sharon Historical Society & Museum
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 exhibition examines how national changes shaped life in Sharon and influenced the community’s identity over time. Beginning with everyday life in the 18th century, the ... Read more
Loyalists and Sons of Liberty: America 250 at Yale Center for British Art
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 December 31, 2026. On view in the museum’s fourth-floor galleries and Study Room, the display examines the struggle for American independence through artworks created by ... Read more
Fairfield in 1776: Revolution & Resilience at Fairfield Museum & History Center
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
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
Sightlines: British Landscape Photography, 1840 to Now at Yale Center for British Art
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 23, 2026, through January 24, 2027. Displayed in the museum’s third-floor galleries, the exhibition spans nearly two centuries of landscape photography and features more than ... Read more
John Constable: The Landscape Reimagined at Yale Center for British Art
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, through July 25, 2027. On view in the museum’s second-floor galleries, the exhibition marks the 250th anniversary of Constable’s birth and offers a rare opportunity ... Read more
Richard Long: Gravity at Yale Center for British Art
Experience a monumental site-specific installation by internationally renowned artist Richard Long at the Yale Center for British Art from November 4, 2026, through July 11, 2027. Titled Gravity, the work is conceived specifically for the museum’s Entrance Court, where Long will create the installation on site. Known for his work exploring the relationship between art ... 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
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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Wednesday, December 23, 2026
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December 23, 2026 -Tai Chi at Mattatuck Museum
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December 23, 2026 - RecurringSenior Mornings at Mattatuck Museum
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December 23, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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December 23, 2026 -UConn Men’s Basketball vs. Georgetown at PeoplesBank Arena
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December 23, 2026 - RecurringArtist-2-Artist at Firehouse Gallery
Tai Chi at Mattatuck Museum
Improve balance, flexibility, and stamina during a Tai Chi class at the Mattatuck Museum on Wednesday, December 23, from 9 to 10 am. Certified instructor Matt Dempsey will guide participants through gentle movements set to music that promote mobility and help reduce stiffness and soreness. Participants should wear comfortable clothing. All experience levels are welcome, ... Read more
Senior Mornings at Mattatuck Museum
Older adults can enjoy a quieter museum experience during Senior Mornings, held every Wednesday from 9:30 am to 11 am at the Mattatuck Museum, 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06702. The weekly program offers visitors the opportunity to explore the museum’s permanent collection and rotating special exhibitions in a calm and comfortable setting before ... 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
UConn Men’s Basketball vs. Georgetown at PeoplesBank Arena
UConn Men’s Basketball takes on Georgetown University on Wednesday, December 23, 2026, at 3 pm. The game takes place at PeoplesBank Arena, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Hartford, CT.
Artist-2-Artist at Firehouse Gallery
Artists from across the community are invited to gather, share ideas, and connect with fellow creatives at Artist-2-Artist, a monthly artist group meeting hosted by the Milford Arts Council. The group meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 7 pm to 9 pm at the Firehouse Gallery. Designed as a welcoming space for ... Read more
Thursday, December 24, 2026
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December 24, 2026 - RecurringHot Food Thursdays at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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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
Hot Food Thursdays at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch during Hot Food Thursdays at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. Every Thursday from 11 am to 2 pm, the Pequot Café features a rotating Chef's Special, offering guests a delicious new meal to enjoy each week. Prepared fresh and served on a first-come, first-served basis, the weekly special ... 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 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 - 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
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
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