"Shining Light on Truth: Black Lives at Yale & in New Haven," a new exhibition at the Yale Schwarzman Center in New Haven, will be on display from March 24, 2025, through March 8, 2026. This exhibition highlights the significant and often overlooked roles of Black individuals throughout Yale University’s and New Haven’s histories, emphasizing ... Read more

Yale Schwarzman Center will present The View from Here: Accessing Art Through Photography from April 7, 2025, through January 4, 2026. This exhibition showcases the work of thirteen student-photographers from Greater New Haven who participated in a collaborative photography program with the Yale Center for British Art, the Lens Media Lab at the Institute for ... Read more

The beloved story from Mo Willems comes to life on stage in Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical! This lively production by TheaterWorksUSA features a script by Willems himself, with music by Deborah Wicks La Puma, and brings the iconic Pigeon to life in a high-energy show filled with feathers, fun, and ... Read more

The Slater Memorial Museum in Norwich presents Alexey von Schlippe: Expressions of Mind and Soul, on view from July 29, 2024, through May 1, 2026. This ongoing exhibition honors the legacy of Alexey von Schlippe—artist, educator, and longtime Norwich resident—through a selection of nearly two dozen works, many on public display for the first time. ... Read more

Downtown Mystic Ghost Tours will run daily from March 1 through November 30, 2025, offering a chilling walk through centuries of haunted history in one of New England’s most storied seafaring villages. Guests will explore the darker side of Mystic’s past, from colonial conflicts and lost sailors to unexplained murders and supernatural sightings. This 1 ... Read more

Celebrated humorist and bestselling author David Sedaris returns to Connecticut for an evening of wit, insight, and storytelling at the Westport Country Playhouse. Known for his sharp satire and candid, often hilarious reflections on everyday life, Sedaris will present a reading of new and classic works on Monday, May 19 at 7:00 pm. The evening ... Read more

Downtown Mystic Ghost Tours will run daily from March 1 through November 30, 2025, offering a chilling walk through centuries of haunted history in one of New England’s most storied seafaring villages. Guests will explore the darker side of Mystic’s past, from colonial conflicts and lost sailors to unexplained murders and supernatural sightings. This 1 ... Read more

"Shining Light on Truth: Black Lives at Yale & in New Haven," a new exhibition at the Yale Schwarzman Center in New Haven, will be on display from March 24, 2025, through March 8, 2026. This exhibition highlights the significant and often overlooked roles of Black individuals throughout Yale University’s and New Haven’s histories, emphasizing ... Read more

Yale Schwarzman Center will present The View from Here: Accessing Art Through Photography from April 7, 2025, through January 4, 2026. This exhibition showcases the work of thirteen student-photographers from Greater New Haven who participated in a collaborative photography program with the Yale Center for British Art, the Lens Media Lab at the Institute for ... Read more

The Grammy Award-winning duo 123 Andrés brings their high-energy, bilingual performance to The Bushnell in Hartford on May 20, 2025. This husband-and-wife team, Andrés and Christina, delivers an unforgettable show that blends music, movement, and education into one vibrant celebration of the Latinx experience. Presented in both Spanish and English, their dynamic performance introduces audiences ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich presents "Gabriel Dawe: Plexus no. 43," on view from April 2, 2023, through February 1, 2026. This large-scale, vibrant installation by Gabriel Dawe, a Mexican-born artist based in Dallas, uses thousands of multicolored sewing threads meticulously woven together to capture the full spectrum of visible light. The resulting artwork, both ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich will present Isamu Noguchi: Metal the Mirror from April 2 through November 16, 2025. This exhibition explores the work of renowned Japanese American sculptor Isamu Noguchi, highlighting a series of galvanized steel sculptures created in the early 1980s in collaboration with Gemini G.E.L. in Los Angeles. Known for his work ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich presents On Thin Ice: Alaska’s Warming Wilderness, on view from March 6 through October 19, 2025. This immersive exhibition explores the dramatic effects of climate change on Alaska’s landscapes and wildlife, pairing lifelike taxidermy from the museum’s natural history collections with detailed landscape models that show “before” and “after” views ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich presents The William L. Richter Collection, on view through August 3, 2025. This installation celebrates the exceptional collection of Greenwich resident William L. Richter, showcasing French and European art from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Featuring works by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Camille Pissarro, Henri Matisse, Georges Braque, and ... Read more

The Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme presents Their Kindred Earth: Photographs by William Earle Williams, on view from February 22 through June 22, 2025. This powerful exhibition brings visibility to overlooked sites of African American history, including locations tied to enslavement, the Underground Railroad, and emancipation. Through his evocative photography, Williams reveals hidden narratives ... Read more

Visitors can explore Connecticut's layered landscapes during the Gallery Talk: Their Kindred Earth: Photographs by William Earle Williams on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 11:00 am at the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme. Led by Parsons, this guided tour highlights photographs from the exhibition that focus on significant sites throughout the state, including those ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury presents The Art of Leisure, on view in the Noonan Gallery from April 12 through June 15, 2025. This wide-ranging exhibition spans more than 125 years of American history, highlighting how artists and the public have captured and celebrated the themes of travel, relaxation, and recreation. Beginning in the mid-nineteenth ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury presents The Art of Elizabeth Catlett: From the Collection of Samella Lewis, on view from April 6 through June 15, 2025. This compelling exhibition features 38 works by Elizabeth Catlett (1915–2012), one of the most influential Black artists of the 20th century. Known for her evocative prints and sculptures, Catlett ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum presents Modern Women: Georgia O’Keeffe and Kay Sage, a landmark exhibition running from February 23 through June 8, 2025, in the Baker Gallery. This show marks the first time the works of these two groundbreaking artists are displayed side by side, creating a rich dialogue between their respective Modernist visions. Through paintings, ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum presents Arthur Nager: Building Stories, on view from February 16 through May 25, 2025. This exhibition showcases the evolution of photographer Arthur Nager’s work, contrasting his early black-and-white images of everyday life with recent color photographs that focus on the architecture and landscape of the Naugatuck Valley and Greater Waterbury region. Nager’s ... Read more

Step into a thrilling escape room experience set in 1930s Germany at the Westport Historical Society. As a renowned reporter investigating the rising National Socialist German Workers' Party, an invitation to a dinner party at the home of a top German General presents the perfect opportunity. With only 60 minutes before the General and his ... Read more

Downtown Mystic Ghost Tours will run daily from March 1 through November 30, 2025, offering a chilling walk through centuries of haunted history in one of New England’s most storied seafaring villages. Guests will explore the darker side of Mystic’s past, from colonial conflicts and lost sailors to unexplained murders and supernatural sightings. This 1 ... Read more

Test your knowledge and enjoy some craft brews at Tuesday Trivia hosted at Third Place by Half Full Brewery! Every Tuesday at 7 p.m., trivia enthusiasts and casual players alike are invited to compete in a fun, laid-back atmosphere. Whether you're a trivia pro or just in it for the laughs, it’s a great way ... Read more

Test your knowledge and have a blast every Tuesday at Parkville Market's Trivia Night! Hosted in partnership with Bar Rated Entertainment, this is your chance to show off those random facts you’ve been storing away. Gather your friends, form a team, and compete for awesome prizes while enjoying drink specials and the vibrant atmosphere of ... Read more

The West Hartford Inter-Elementary Music Festival returns to The Bushnell’s Mortensen Hall on May 20, 2025, continuing a cherished tradition that spans over six decades. This annual celebration of young musical talent features over 250 elementary students selected from West Hartford’s eleven elementary schools to perform in band, choir, or orchestra. Following several months of ... Read more

Grammy-winning jazz vocalist Samara Joy returns to the stage at the Ridgefield Playhouse on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 7:30 pm. At just 24 years old, Joy has already earned a place in the spotlight with three Grammy Awards and widespread critical acclaim for her latest album, Portrait. Praised for her velvety, rich voice, Joy ... Read more

Downtown Mystic Ghost Tours will run daily from March 1 through November 30, 2025, offering a chilling walk through centuries of haunted history in one of New England’s most storied seafaring villages. Guests will explore the darker side of Mystic’s past, from colonial conflicts and lost sailors to unexplained murders and supernatural sightings. This 1 ... Read more

"Shining Light on Truth: Black Lives at Yale & in New Haven," a new exhibition at the Yale Schwarzman Center in New Haven, will be on display from March 24, 2025, through March 8, 2026. This exhibition highlights the significant and often overlooked roles of Black individuals throughout Yale University’s and New Haven’s histories, emphasizing ... Read more

Yale Schwarzman Center will present The View from Here: Accessing Art Through Photography from April 7, 2025, through January 4, 2026. This exhibition showcases the work of thirteen student-photographers from Greater New Haven who participated in a collaborative photography program with the Yale Center for British Art, the Lens Media Lab at the Institute for ... Read more

The Slater Memorial Museum in Norwich presents Alexey von Schlippe: Expressions of Mind and Soul, on view from July 29, 2024, through May 1, 2026. This ongoing exhibition honors the legacy of Alexey von Schlippe—artist, educator, and longtime Norwich resident—through a selection of nearly two dozen works, many on public display for the first time. ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich presents "Gabriel Dawe: Plexus no. 43," on view from April 2, 2023, through February 1, 2026. This large-scale, vibrant installation by Gabriel Dawe, a Mexican-born artist based in Dallas, uses thousands of multicolored sewing threads meticulously woven together to capture the full spectrum of visible light. The resulting artwork, both ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich will present Isamu Noguchi: Metal the Mirror from April 2 through November 16, 2025. This exhibition explores the work of renowned Japanese American sculptor Isamu Noguchi, highlighting a series of galvanized steel sculptures created in the early 1980s in collaboration with Gemini G.E.L. in Los Angeles. Known for his work ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich presents On Thin Ice: Alaska’s Warming Wilderness, on view from March 6 through October 19, 2025. This immersive exhibition explores the dramatic effects of climate change on Alaska’s landscapes and wildlife, pairing lifelike taxidermy from the museum’s natural history collections with detailed landscape models that show “before” and “after” views ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich presents The William L. Richter Collection, on view through August 3, 2025. This installation celebrates the exceptional collection of Greenwich resident William L. Richter, showcasing French and European art from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Featuring works by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Camille Pissarro, Henri Matisse, Georges Braque, and ... Read more

The Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme presents Their Kindred Earth: Photographs by William Earle Williams, on view from February 22 through June 22, 2025. This powerful exhibition brings visibility to overlooked sites of African American history, including locations tied to enslavement, the Underground Railroad, and emancipation. Through his evocative photography, Williams reveals hidden narratives ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury presents The Art of Leisure, on view in the Noonan Gallery from April 12 through June 15, 2025. This wide-ranging exhibition spans more than 125 years of American history, highlighting how artists and the public have captured and celebrated the themes of travel, relaxation, and recreation. Beginning in the mid-nineteenth ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury presents The Art of Elizabeth Catlett: From the Collection of Samella Lewis, on view from April 6 through June 15, 2025. This compelling exhibition features 38 works by Elizabeth Catlett (1915–2012), one of the most influential Black artists of the 20th century. Known for her evocative prints and sculptures, Catlett ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum presents Modern Women: Georgia O’Keeffe and Kay Sage, a landmark exhibition running from February 23 through June 8, 2025, in the Baker Gallery. This show marks the first time the works of these two groundbreaking artists are displayed side by side, creating a rich dialogue between their respective Modernist visions. Through paintings, ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum presents Arthur Nager: Building Stories, on view from February 16 through May 25, 2025. This exhibition showcases the evolution of photographer Arthur Nager’s work, contrasting his early black-and-white images of everyday life with recent color photographs that focus on the architecture and landscape of the Naugatuck Valley and Greater Waterbury region. Nager’s ... Read more

In celebration of the Ivoryton Playhouse’s production of Tea at Five, guests can enjoy a charming afternoon tea experience at the historic Westbrook Inn Bed & Breakfast. This elegant preshow event features a delightful selection of fine teas, delicate finger sandwiches, and assorted sweets served in a cozy, inviting setting. The Preshow Tea will be ... Read more

Step into a thrilling escape room experience set in 1930s Germany at the Westport Historical Society. As a renowned reporter investigating the rising National Socialist German Workers' Party, an invitation to a dinner party at the home of a top German General presents the perfect opportunity. With only 60 minutes before the General and his ... Read more

The Greenwich Historical Society presents Time Travelers KidStudio, running from February 18 through June 29, 2025. Offered in conjunction with the exhibition Greenwich During the Revolutionary War: A Frontier Town on the Front Line, this free program invites children to explore what life was like for kids in Greenwich 250 years ago. Held every Wednesday ... Read more

Artworks often have stories beyond their creation, shaped by the care they've received over time. This gallery talk, led by Antonia Mappin-Kasirer, the Lehman Postgraduate Fellow in Objects Conservation, explores the complexities of preserving art through the lens of select objects with rich conservation histories. The program takes place on May 21, 2025, at 12:30 ... Read more

Discover the techniques and standards behind preserving and displaying works on paper during this insightful program at the Yale Center for British Art. On May 21, 2025, at 3:00 pm, Conservation Assistant Jessica Makin will lead a talk in the Study Room, showcasing examples from the Center’s collection—including drawings, prints, photographs, and watercolors. Attendees will ... Read more

Downtown Mystic Ghost Tours will run daily from March 1 through November 30, 2025, offering a chilling walk through centuries of haunted history in one of New England’s most storied seafaring villages. Guests will explore the darker side of Mystic’s past, from colonial conflicts and lost sailors to unexplained murders and supernatural sightings. This 1 ... Read more

The Beer'd Run Club returns to Beer'd Brewing – The Silo in Groton, taking place every Wednesday at 5:30 pm from April 2 through October 29, 2025. Hosted in collaboration with the Mohegan Striders, this weekly event welcomes runners of all abilities for a scenic 3–5 mile route around Groton. After the run, participants are ... Read more

Explore the dramatic history and pressing future of flood events along the Connecticut River during Live from the Boathouse! Flooding, Past and Present, a compelling presentation by Frank Dellaripa, City Engineer for Hartford. This event will take place on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at 6:00 pm at the Connecticut River Museum. Dellaripa will discuss the ... Read more

Board game enthusiasts can gather for a fun and social experience at Back Again Board Game Cafe's Board Game Club. Whether you're a seasoned strategist or just looking for a casual game night, the club offers the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow gamers. Participants can coordinate and plan their gaming sessions in the Board ... Read more

Enjoy an evening of cards, food, and community at Setback Night at 1741 Pub & Grill, located at Lyman Orchards. Doors open for registration at 5:00 pm, and the first of six Setback games kicks off at 6:00 pm on every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Players can look forward to great food ... Read more

As part of the 2025 May Lecture Series, Sacred Heart University Biology Professor Jo-Marie Kasinak will present highlights from her research with Project Limulus, a long-running study of horseshoe crabs in Long Island Sound. For over 25 years, Project Limulus has investigated these remarkable “living fossils,” offering valuable insights into their behavior, biology, and the ... Read more

Looking for a midweek pick-me-up? Head over to Tiernanas every Wednesday for Trivia Night hosted by the one and only MC J Hype! Starting at 7:30 p.m., gather your team and put your knowledge to the test with a range of fun and challenging trivia questions. This is the perfect way to catch a vibe, ... Read more

Got a favorite karaoke tune? Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-time singer, come share your voice and join the fun every Wednesday night at Parkville Market's Karaoke Night, hosted by DJ B-EZ. From classic ballads to pop anthems, the stage is yours to shine! Enjoy the midweek vibe with some great drink specials: ... Read more

Step into the eerie past of Mystic on this immersive Graveyard Ghost Tour at Whitehall Burial Ground. Established in the 1660s, this colonial burial ground holds centuries of history, mystery, and hauntings. Guests will hear chilling tales of King Philip’s War captains, early American patriots, and even true vampire legends. The tour explores burial practices, ... Read more

Downtown Mystic Ghost Tours will run daily from March 1 through November 30, 2025, offering a chilling walk through centuries of haunted history in one of New England’s most storied seafaring villages. Guests will explore the darker side of Mystic’s past, from colonial conflicts and lost sailors to unexplained murders and supernatural sightings. This 1 ... Read more

"Shining Light on Truth: Black Lives at Yale & in New Haven," a new exhibition at the Yale Schwarzman Center in New Haven, will be on display from March 24, 2025, through March 8, 2026. This exhibition highlights the significant and often overlooked roles of Black individuals throughout Yale University’s and New Haven’s histories, emphasizing ... Read more

Yale Schwarzman Center will present The View from Here: Accessing Art Through Photography from April 7, 2025, through January 4, 2026. This exhibition showcases the work of thirteen student-photographers from Greater New Haven who participated in a collaborative photography program with the Yale Center for British Art, the Lens Media Lab at the Institute for ... Read more

Flanders Nature Center & Land Trust presents Bringing Natalie Home: An Exhibit of Natalie Van Vleck’s Art, on view from February 7 through May 31, 2025. This landmark exhibition showcases the artwork of Flanders’ founder, Natalie Van Vleck, in the newly established Van Vleck Gallery inside the historic Van Vleck House in Woodbury. The exhibit ... Read more

The Slater Memorial Museum in Norwich presents Alexey von Schlippe: Expressions of Mind and Soul, on view from July 29, 2024, through May 1, 2026. This ongoing exhibition honors the legacy of Alexey von Schlippe—artist, educator, and longtime Norwich resident—through a selection of nearly two dozen works, many on public display for the first time. ... Read more

Step into the elegance and innovation of Stamford’s past with How the Upper Crust Lived: The Gilded Age in Stamford 1865–1905, on view at the Stamford History Center from September 22, 2024, through June 7, 2025. This immersive exhibition explores the lives of Stamford’s entrepreneurs, industrialists, and fashionable elites during a period of tremendous economic ... Read more

Homeschool families are invited to a special day of hands-on learning and fun at the Connecticut Trolley Museum on Thursday, May 22, 2025, starting at 10:00 am. This event is designed for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. The entire museum will be open exclusively for homeschoolers, offering a variety of engaging educational activities. Students ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich presents "Gabriel Dawe: Plexus no. 43," on view from April 2, 2023, through February 1, 2026. This large-scale, vibrant installation by Gabriel Dawe, a Mexican-born artist based in Dallas, uses thousands of multicolored sewing threads meticulously woven together to capture the full spectrum of visible light. The resulting artwork, both ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich will present Isamu Noguchi: Metal the Mirror from April 2 through November 16, 2025. This exhibition explores the work of renowned Japanese American sculptor Isamu Noguchi, highlighting a series of galvanized steel sculptures created in the early 1980s in collaboration with Gemini G.E.L. in Los Angeles. Known for his work ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich presents On Thin Ice: Alaska’s Warming Wilderness, on view from March 6 through October 19, 2025. This immersive exhibition explores the dramatic effects of climate change on Alaska’s landscapes and wildlife, pairing lifelike taxidermy from the museum’s natural history collections with detailed landscape models that show “before” and “after” views ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich presents The William L. Richter Collection, on view through August 3, 2025. This installation celebrates the exceptional collection of Greenwich resident William L. Richter, showcasing French and European art from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Featuring works by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Camille Pissarro, Henri Matisse, Georges Braque, and ... Read more

The Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme presents Their Kindred Earth: Photographs by William Earle Williams, on view from February 22 through June 22, 2025. This powerful exhibition brings visibility to overlooked sites of African American history, including locations tied to enslavement, the Underground Railroad, and emancipation. Through his evocative photography, Williams reveals hidden narratives ... Read more

Young animal lovers can experience the excitement of reptiles during Zoo Tots: Reptile Extravaganza on Thursday, May 22, 2025, from 10:30 am to 11:00 am at Bridgeport Zoo. This 30-minute program is designed for children ages 22 months to 4 years and includes a variety of engaging activities such as stories, songs, puppet shows, crafts, ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury presents The Art of Leisure, on view in the Noonan Gallery from April 12 through June 15, 2025. This wide-ranging exhibition spans more than 125 years of American history, highlighting how artists and the public have captured and celebrated the themes of travel, relaxation, and recreation. Beginning in the mid-nineteenth ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury presents The Art of Elizabeth Catlett: From the Collection of Samella Lewis, on view from April 6 through June 15, 2025. This compelling exhibition features 38 works by Elizabeth Catlett (1915–2012), one of the most influential Black artists of the 20th century. Known for her evocative prints and sculptures, Catlett ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum presents Modern Women: Georgia O’Keeffe and Kay Sage, a landmark exhibition running from February 23 through June 8, 2025, in the Baker Gallery. This show marks the first time the works of these two groundbreaking artists are displayed side by side, creating a rich dialogue between their respective Modernist visions. Through paintings, ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum presents Arthur Nager: Building Stories, on view from February 16 through May 25, 2025. This exhibition showcases the evolution of photographer Arthur Nager’s work, contrasting his early black-and-white images of everyday life with recent color photographs that focus on the architecture and landscape of the Naugatuck Valley and Greater Waterbury region. Nager’s ... Read more

In celebration of the Ivoryton Playhouse’s production of Tea at Five, guests can enjoy a charming afternoon tea experience at the historic Westbrook Inn Bed & Breakfast. This elegant preshow event features a delightful selection of fine teas, delicate finger sandwiches, and assorted sweets served in a cozy, inviting setting. The Preshow Tea will be ... Read more

Step into a thrilling escape room experience set in 1930s Germany at the Westport Historical Society. As a renowned reporter investigating the rising National Socialist German Workers' Party, an invitation to a dinner party at the home of a top German General presents the perfect opportunity. With only 60 minutes before the General and his ... Read more

Discover the transformative artistry of J. M. W. Turner during a docent-led tour of J. M. W. Turner: Romance and Reality on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at 2:00 pm at the Yale Center for British Art in New Haven. This special exhibition highlights the Center’s extraordinary Turner collection—the most extensive outside the United Kingdom—including celebrated ... Read more

Experience spontaneous creativity at Sidewalk Studio, an outdoor drop-in art-making program hosted by the Yale University Art Gallery. Taking place on Thursday, May 22, 2025, from 2:00 pm, this session invites participants of all ages to engage with a specific artistic medium inspired by works from the Gallery’s collection. Led by Gallery staff and Yale ... Read more

Downtown Mystic Ghost Tours will run daily from March 1 through November 30, 2025, offering a chilling walk through centuries of haunted history in one of New England’s most storied seafaring villages. Guests will explore the darker side of Mystic’s past, from colonial conflicts and lost sailors to unexplained murders and supernatural sightings. This 1 ... Read more

Connecticut Museum Members are invited to the 2024 Annual Members’ Meeting on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at 5:30 pm. This exclusive event offers a look back at the Museum’s milestones from 2024 and a preview of exciting initiatives planned for 2025, marking the Museum’s 200th anniversary year. Light refreshments will be provided during the meeting. ... Read more

Visitors are invited to explore the exhibition Famous & Family: Through the Lens of Trude Fleischmann during a docent-led tour on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at 6:00 pm at the Fairfield University Art Museum. This insightful tour offers a closer look at the life and work of Viennese photographer Trude Fleischmann, whose portraiture captured some ... Read more

Experience a guided exploration of Tracey Emin: I Loved You Until The Morning, the first major North American museum exhibition dedicated to the artist’s work, on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at 6:00 pm. Known for her raw and autobiographical style, Emin’s pieces explore themes of love, loss, and the female experience with emotional intensity and ... Read more

Explore the world through the eyes of J. M. W. Turner in a three-part watercolor workshop at the Yale Center for British Art in New Haven. Create Community: Turner’s Vision with Watercolor invites adults of all skill levels to delve into the artist’s process and perspective by studying his evocative landscapes featured in the exhibition ... Read more

The Connecticut Museum of Culture and History invites the public to celebrate the opening of its new exhibition, Then, Now, Next: 200 Years and Counting, on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at 6:30 pm. This special exhibition explores the museum’s 200-year legacy, highlighting its founding in 1825, key milestones, challenges, and vision for the future. Guests ... Read more

Take your entertaining game to the next level on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at 6:30 pm with Grazing Board with Chef Billy Ross, an interactive culinary class where artistry meets bold flavor. Hosted by the mastermind behind Greca, this hands-on experience goes far beyond traditional cheese plates. Guests will craft and style their own grazing ... Read more

On Thursday, May 22, 2025, at 7:00 pm, the Mark Twain House & Museum presents a virtual event featuring acclaimed writer Michael Luo. In this powerful program, Luo will discuss his new book Strangers in the Land: Exclusion, Belonging, and the Epic Story of the Chinese in America, a sweeping historical account of Chinese immigration, ... Read more

The beloved Blues Jam at Black Eyed Sally's is back, bringing soulful tunes and Southern vibes to your Thursday nights. Step into Hartford's iconic venue for an evening of authentic blues, where you can either join the house band on stage or simply kick back with some mouthwatering Southern dishes and enjoy the live music. ... Read more

Test your knowledge and have a blast every Thursday night at Back Again Board Game Cafe in Middletown! Hosted by Immodest Trivia, this lively event features five rounds of general knowledge trivia, a leaderboard, and prizes for the top teams. Event Details: Dates: Every Thursday, January 9 – December 31, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM Location: ... Read more

Downtown Mystic Ghost Tours will run daily from March 1 through November 30, 2025, offering a chilling walk through centuries of haunted history in one of New England’s most storied seafaring villages. Guests will explore the darker side of Mystic’s past, from colonial conflicts and lost sailors to unexplained murders and supernatural sightings. This 1 ... Read more

"Shining Light on Truth: Black Lives at Yale & in New Haven," a new exhibition at the Yale Schwarzman Center in New Haven, will be on display from March 24, 2025, through March 8, 2026. This exhibition highlights the significant and often overlooked roles of Black individuals throughout Yale University’s and New Haven’s histories, emphasizing ... Read more

Yale Schwarzman Center will present The View from Here: Accessing Art Through Photography from April 7, 2025, through January 4, 2026. This exhibition showcases the work of thirteen student-photographers from Greater New Haven who participated in a collaborative photography program with the Yale Center for British Art, the Lens Media Lab at the Institute for ... Read more

Flanders Nature Center & Land Trust presents Bringing Natalie Home: An Exhibit of Natalie Van Vleck’s Art, on view from February 7 through May 31, 2025. This landmark exhibition showcases the artwork of Flanders’ founder, Natalie Van Vleck, in the newly established Van Vleck Gallery inside the historic Van Vleck House in Woodbury. The exhibit ... Read more

The Slater Memorial Museum in Norwich presents Alexey von Schlippe: Expressions of Mind and Soul, on view from July 29, 2024, through May 1, 2026. This ongoing exhibition honors the legacy of Alexey von Schlippe—artist, educator, and longtime Norwich resident—through a selection of nearly two dozen works, many on public display for the first time. ... Read more

Step into the elegance and innovation of Stamford’s past with How the Upper Crust Lived: The Gilded Age in Stamford 1865–1905, on view at the Stamford History Center from September 22, 2024, through June 7, 2025. This immersive exhibition explores the lives of Stamford’s entrepreneurs, industrialists, and fashionable elites during a period of tremendous economic ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich presents "Gabriel Dawe: Plexus no. 43," on view from April 2, 2023, through February 1, 2026. This large-scale, vibrant installation by Gabriel Dawe, a Mexican-born artist based in Dallas, uses thousands of multicolored sewing threads meticulously woven together to capture the full spectrum of visible light. The resulting artwork, both ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich will present Isamu Noguchi: Metal the Mirror from April 2 through November 16, 2025. This exhibition explores the work of renowned Japanese American sculptor Isamu Noguchi, highlighting a series of galvanized steel sculptures created in the early 1980s in collaboration with Gemini G.E.L. in Los Angeles. Known for his work ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich presents On Thin Ice: Alaska’s Warming Wilderness, on view from March 6 through October 19, 2025. This immersive exhibition explores the dramatic effects of climate change on Alaska’s landscapes and wildlife, pairing lifelike taxidermy from the museum’s natural history collections with detailed landscape models that show “before” and “after” views ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich presents The William L. Richter Collection, on view through August 3, 2025. This installation celebrates the exceptional collection of Greenwich resident William L. Richter, showcasing French and European art from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Featuring works by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Camille Pissarro, Henri Matisse, Georges Braque, and ... Read more

The Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme presents Their Kindred Earth: Photographs by William Earle Williams, on view from February 22 through June 22, 2025. This powerful exhibition brings visibility to overlooked sites of African American history, including locations tied to enslavement, the Underground Railroad, and emancipation. Through his evocative photography, Williams reveals hidden narratives ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury presents The Art of Leisure, on view in the Noonan Gallery from April 12 through June 15, 2025. This wide-ranging exhibition spans more than 125 years of American history, highlighting how artists and the public have captured and celebrated the themes of travel, relaxation, and recreation. Beginning in the mid-nineteenth ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury presents The Art of Elizabeth Catlett: From the Collection of Samella Lewis, on view from April 6 through June 15, 2025. This compelling exhibition features 38 works by Elizabeth Catlett (1915–2012), one of the most influential Black artists of the 20th century. Known for her evocative prints and sculptures, Catlett ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum presents Modern Women: Georgia O’Keeffe and Kay Sage, a landmark exhibition running from February 23 through June 8, 2025, in the Baker Gallery. This show marks the first time the works of these two groundbreaking artists are displayed side by side, creating a rich dialogue between their respective Modernist visions. Through paintings, ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum presents Arthur Nager: Building Stories, on view from February 16 through May 25, 2025. This exhibition showcases the evolution of photographer Arthur Nager’s work, contrasting his early black-and-white images of everyday life with recent color photographs that focus on the architecture and landscape of the Naugatuck Valley and Greater Waterbury region. Nager’s ... Read more

Visitors can explore the Yale Center for British Art’s renowned collection with a docent-led tour that offers an engaging look at selected highlights. The featured installation, In a New Light: Five Centuries of British Art, spans from the sixteenth century to the present and showcases a fresh reimagining of the museum’s extensive holdings. Docents lead ... Read more

Downtown Mystic Ghost Tours will run daily from March 1 through November 30, 2025, offering a chilling walk through centuries of haunted history in one of New England’s most storied seafaring villages. Guests will explore the darker side of Mystic’s past, from colonial conflicts and lost sailors to unexplained murders and supernatural sightings. This 1 ... Read more

Le Petit Pouf, a boutique catering company known for whimsical experiential dessert carts, is bringing its sweet charm to Connecticut. Specializing in handcrafted cotton candy, ice cones, and cannolis, Le Petit Pouf offers a delightful experience for guests of all ages. Their curated flavors and café-inspired dessert cart bring a petit touch of magic to ... Read more

SONO 1420 Distillery in South Norwalk will launch its Acoustic SoNo entertainment series beginning March 7. Held on Fridays from 6 to 8 pm, the series will feature live performances by talented local musicians from across Connecticut. Admission is free. Acoustic SoNo brings live music into the distillery’s tasting room, pairing performances with SONO 1420’s ... Read more

Every Friday at 6 pm, Back Again Board Game Cafe in Middletown hosts Heavy Game Night, an event perfect for board game enthusiasts looking for an in-depth, strategic experience. Running from January 5 through December 31, 2024, this weekly gathering features popular complex games like Scythe, Terraforming Mars, Raccoon Tycoon, Ark Nova, Ghost Stories, Dune ... Read more

The Friday Night Live Music Series at 1741 Pub & Grill continues on May 23, 2025, with a performance by Dave Crispino from 6 pm to 9 pm. With over 25 years of experience, Crispino delivers a solo acoustic set featuring hits from the 1960s through today, creating a relaxing and nostalgic evening for music ... Read more

Celebrating two decades of heartfelt anthems and high-energy performances, Mayday Parade brings their 20th anniversary tour to College Street Music Hall in New Haven on Friday, May 23, 2025. This all-ages event features General Admission standing room on the floor and Reserved Seating in the balcony. The Tallahassee-based rock band—Derek Sanders, Jake Bundrick, Alex Garcia, ... Read more

Step into the eerie past of Mystic on this immersive Graveyard Ghost Tour at Whitehall Burial Ground. Established in the 1660s, this colonial burial ground holds centuries of history, mystery, and hauntings. Guests will hear chilling tales of King Philip’s War captains, early American patriots, and even true vampire legends. The tour explores burial practices, ... Read more

Downtown Mystic Ghost Tours will run daily from March 1 through November 30, 2025, offering a chilling walk through centuries of haunted history in one of New England’s most storied seafaring villages. Guests will explore the darker side of Mystic’s past, from colonial conflicts and lost sailors to unexplained murders and supernatural sightings. This 1 ... Read more

Lake Compounce kicks off its 2025 season with Passholder Appreciation Weekends beginning May 10, celebrating the Ultimate Season of Family Fun. Guests can enjoy unlimited visits to over 50 attractions, including the debut of Splashbucklers, a brand-new comedy stunt show, and seasonal favorites like Kids Fest, Phantom Fall Fest, and Holiday Lights. Season Passes start ... Read more

Lyman Orchards will host its Community Tag Sale on Saturday, May 24 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Apple Barrel Farm Market grounds in Middlefield, Connecticut. This large-scale residential tag sale offers the perfect opportunity to clean out closets, garages, and attics while selling gently used items in a well-trafficked community space. Participation ... Read more

Flanders Nature Center & Land Trust presents Bringing Natalie Home: An Exhibit of Natalie Van Vleck’s Art, on view from February 7 through May 31, 2025. This landmark exhibition showcases the artwork of Flanders’ founder, Natalie Van Vleck, in the newly established Van Vleck Gallery inside the historic Van Vleck House in Woodbury. The exhibit ... Read more

The Slater Memorial Museum in Norwich presents Alexey von Schlippe: Expressions of Mind and Soul, on view from July 29, 2024, through May 1, 2026. This ongoing exhibition honors the legacy of Alexey von Schlippe—artist, educator, and longtime Norwich resident—through a selection of nearly two dozen works, many on public display for the first time. ... Read more

Step into the elegance and innovation of Stamford’s past with How the Upper Crust Lived: The Gilded Age in Stamford 1865–1905, on view at the Stamford History Center from September 22, 2024, through June 7, 2025. This immersive exhibition explores the lives of Stamford’s entrepreneurs, industrialists, and fashionable elites during a period of tremendous economic ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich presents "Gabriel Dawe: Plexus no. 43," on view from April 2, 2023, through February 1, 2026. This large-scale, vibrant installation by Gabriel Dawe, a Mexican-born artist based in Dallas, uses thousands of multicolored sewing threads meticulously woven together to capture the full spectrum of visible light. The resulting artwork, both ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich will present Isamu Noguchi: Metal the Mirror from April 2 through November 16, 2025. This exhibition explores the work of renowned Japanese American sculptor Isamu Noguchi, highlighting a series of galvanized steel sculptures created in the early 1980s in collaboration with Gemini G.E.L. in Los Angeles. Known for his work ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich presents On Thin Ice: Alaska’s Warming Wilderness, on view from March 6 through October 19, 2025. This immersive exhibition explores the dramatic effects of climate change on Alaska’s landscapes and wildlife, pairing lifelike taxidermy from the museum’s natural history collections with detailed landscape models that show “before” and “after” views ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich presents The William L. Richter Collection, on view through August 3, 2025. This installation celebrates the exceptional collection of Greenwich resident William L. Richter, showcasing French and European art from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Featuring works by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Camille Pissarro, Henri Matisse, Georges Braque, and ... Read more

The Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme presents Their Kindred Earth: Photographs by William Earle Williams, on view from February 22 through June 22, 2025. This powerful exhibition brings visibility to overlooked sites of African American history, including locations tied to enslavement, the Underground Railroad, and emancipation. Through his evocative photography, Williams reveals hidden narratives ... Read more

"Shining Light on Truth: Black Lives at Yale & in New Haven," a new exhibition at the Yale Schwarzman Center in New Haven, will be on display from March 24, 2025, through March 8, 2026. This exhibition highlights the significant and often overlooked roles of Black individuals throughout Yale University’s and New Haven’s histories, emphasizing ... Read more

Yale Schwarzman Center will present The View from Here: Accessing Art Through Photography from April 7, 2025, through January 4, 2026. This exhibition showcases the work of thirteen student-photographers from Greater New Haven who participated in a collaborative photography program with the Yale Center for British Art, the Lens Media Lab at the Institute for ... Read more

Children ages five to twelve with sensory processing differences and their families are invited to the Yale Center for British Art on Saturday, May 24 at 10:30 am for a free, inclusive museum program designed to foster creativity and connection. “Exploring-art-ism” offers participants a chance to explore the museum’s collection in a welcoming and supportive ... Read more

Discover five centuries of British art during a docent-led tour at the Yale Center for British Art on Saturday, May 24 at 11:00 am. This interactive tour explores highlights from the museum’s newly reimagined installation, In a New Light: Five Centuries of British Art, which features works from the sixteenth century to the present. Led ... Read more

ANTIQ’S LLC in Farmington will host its free weekly antique appraisal event, "You Never Know - Trash or Treasure?" every Saturday from April 5 through May 31, 2025, from 11 am to 4 pm. Visitors can bring their unexpected finds, heirlooms, or curiosities to discover their hidden value. ANTIQ’S has been voted Farmington’s best antique ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury presents The Art of Leisure, on view in the Noonan Gallery from April 12 through June 15, 2025. This wide-ranging exhibition spans more than 125 years of American history, highlighting how artists and the public have captured and celebrated the themes of travel, relaxation, and recreation. Beginning in the mid-nineteenth ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury presents The Art of Elizabeth Catlett: From the Collection of Samella Lewis, on view from April 6 through June 15, 2025. This compelling exhibition features 38 works by Elizabeth Catlett (1915–2012), one of the most influential Black artists of the 20th century. Known for her evocative prints and sculptures, Catlett ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum presents Modern Women: Georgia O’Keeffe and Kay Sage, a landmark exhibition running from February 23 through June 8, 2025, in the Baker Gallery. This show marks the first time the works of these two groundbreaking artists are displayed side by side, creating a rich dialogue between their respective Modernist visions. Through paintings, ... Read more

The Mattatuck Museum presents Arthur Nager: Building Stories, on view from February 16 through May 25, 2025. This exhibition showcases the evolution of photographer Arthur Nager’s work, contrasting his early black-and-white images of everyday life with recent color photographs that focus on the architecture and landscape of the Naugatuck Valley and Greater Waterbury region. Nager’s ... Read more

Kick off summer with the opening weekend of Crocodile Cove at Lake Compounce, Connecticut’s largest water park. Alongside the classic family-friendly attractions and thrilling roller coasters, visitors can cool off with splash-filled fun in the expansive water park. The 2025 season also features the return of popular seasonal events like Phantom Fall Fest and Holiday ... Read more

The Greenwich Historical Society presents Time Travelers KidStudio, running from February 18 through June 29, 2025. Offered in conjunction with the exhibition Greenwich During the Revolutionary War: A Frontier Town on the Front Line, this free program invites children to explore what life was like for kids in Greenwich 250 years ago. Held every Wednesday ... Read more

Experience Richard Strauss’s intense one-act opera Salome in an encore presentation from the Metropolitan Opera on Saturday, May 24 at 12:55 pm at the Ridgefield Playhouse. This special screening features the Met’s new production, directed by Claus Guth, which reimagines the biblical tale in a psychologically rich Victorian setting. Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts ... Read more

New Haven Ballet will present its 2025 Spring Mixed Repertory on May 24 at the Shubert Theatre in New Haven. This engaging performance features a variety of classical and contemporary works performed by students of New Haven Ballet School and the New Haven Ballet Company. The repertory includes Adventures in Wonderland, a vibrant ballet choreographed ... Read more

Families are invited to a free, drop-in art-making workshop at the Yale Center for British Art on Saturday, May 24 at 2:00 pm. During this hands-on “Make Time!” session, children of all ages and abilities can explore ocean waves through the eyes of artists and create their own interpretations using drawing and painting techniques. Museum ... Read more

Experience the groundbreaking artistry of J. M. W. Turner during a docent-led tour of Romance and Reality at the Yale Center for British Art on Saturday, May 24 at 3:00 pm. This special exhibition highlights the museum’s unparalleled collection of Turner’s work—the most extensive outside the United Kingdom. The tour offers insight into Turner’s innovative ... Read more

The Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center will host a powerful and thought-provoking program on May 24, 2025, titled Witness to a Genocide & the Aftermath of Colonialism. This event offers a deep exploration into the long-lasting impact of colonialism through historical reflection and community dialogue. The program will begin with a screening of the ... Read more

Downtown Mystic Ghost Tours will run daily from March 1 through November 30, 2025, offering a chilling walk through centuries of haunted history in one of New England’s most storied seafaring villages. Guests will explore the darker side of Mystic’s past, from colonial conflicts and lost sailors to unexplained murders and supernatural sightings. This 1 ... Read more

Celebrate creativity, craftsmanship, and community at DIY Crafts After Dark on May 24, 2025. This evening event invites guests to enjoy hands-on workshops led by expert artisans, offering an opportunity to explore new skills in a fun and festive environment. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or trying something new, there's something for everyone. Guests can ... Read more

Experience the timeless beauty of Shakuntalam, a classical Indian play based on Abhigyan Shakuntalam by the legendary Sanskrit poet Kalidasa. Presented by the Rasa Dance Project, this production brings to life the epic love story of Shakuntala and King Dushyanta through a compelling fusion of script, dance, and music. Set in ancient India, the story ... Read more

Downtown Mystic Ghost Tours will run daily from March 1 through November 30, 2025, offering a chilling walk through centuries of haunted history in one of New England’s most storied seafaring villages. Guests will explore the darker side of Mystic’s past, from colonial conflicts and lost sailors to unexplained murders and supernatural sightings. This 1 ... Read more

Emmy-winning comedian, filmmaker, and social commentator W. Kamau Bell brings his sharp wit and signature storytelling to the Ridgefield Playhouse on Saturday, May 24 at 8:00 pm for Who’s With Me?—an evening of reflection, laughter, and connection in turbulent times. Known for blending humor with social insight, Bell invites audiences to come together and confront ... Read more

Lake Compounce kicks off its 2025 season with Passholder Appreciation Weekends beginning May 10, celebrating the Ultimate Season of Family Fun. Guests can enjoy unlimited visits to over 50 attractions, including the debut of Splashbucklers, a brand-new comedy stunt show, and seasonal favorites like Kids Fest, Phantom Fall Fest, and Holiday Lights. Season Passes start ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich presents "Gabriel Dawe: Plexus no. 43," on view from April 2, 2023, through February 1, 2026. This large-scale, vibrant installation by Gabriel Dawe, a Mexican-born artist based in Dallas, uses thousands of multicolored sewing threads meticulously woven together to capture the full spectrum of visible light. The resulting artwork, both ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich will present Isamu Noguchi: Metal the Mirror from April 2 through November 16, 2025. This exhibition explores the work of renowned Japanese American sculptor Isamu Noguchi, highlighting a series of galvanized steel sculptures created in the early 1980s in collaboration with Gemini G.E.L. in Los Angeles. Known for his work ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich presents On Thin Ice: Alaska’s Warming Wilderness, on view from March 6 through October 19, 2025. This immersive exhibition explores the dramatic effects of climate change on Alaska’s landscapes and wildlife, pairing lifelike taxidermy from the museum’s natural history collections with detailed landscape models that show “before” and “after” views ... Read more

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich presents The William L. Richter Collection, on view through August 3, 2025. This installation celebrates the exceptional collection of Greenwich resident William L. Richter, showcasing French and European art from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Featuring works by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Camille Pissarro, Henri Matisse, Georges Braque, and ... Read more

The Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme presents Their Kindred Earth: Photographs by William Earle Williams, on view from February 22 through June 22, 2025. This powerful exhibition brings visibility to overlooked sites of African American history, including locations tied to enslavement, the Underground Railroad, and emancipation. Through his evocative photography, Williams reveals hidden narratives ... Read more