The life and legacy of Civil War soldier Lewis Hazzard will be explored during the virtual presentation Lunch and Learn – From Winchester to War: The Story of Lewis Hazzard of the 29th Connecticut on June 23 from 12 pm to 1 pm. Presented by genealogist and historian Sandra Taitt Eaddy, the program will trace ... Read more
History, storytelling, and creative expression come together during They Dare to Learn: Portraits of Courage – Workshop at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History on June 18 from 6 pm to 7:30 pm. Led by Master Teaching Artist Ed Johnetta Miller, the workshop will explore the story of the young Black women who attended ... Read more
Visitors can explore the stories and history behind the exhibition Drawn Here: Stories from Hartford’s North End during recurring gallery talks at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. Guided by a member of the Museum staff, the interactive introductory tours offer insight into the exhibition’s themes, artwork, and the experiences of the communities represented ... Read more
The Connecticut Museum of Culture and History will present RESCHEDULED! The Great Migration in Hartford on June 11 from 6 pm to 7 pm as part of an ongoing series exploring the diverse communities that have shaped Hartford’s North End over the past two centuries. During the presentation, Dr. Channon Miller of Trinity College will ... Read more
The Connecticut Museum of Culture and History will host a virtual Lunch and Learn presentation exploring the life and legacy of Mary Jewel Barlow on June 9 from 12 pm to 1 pm. Presented by Orice Jenkins, the program will examine the story of the Hartford native whose service and sacrifice during World War II ... Read more
Families with young children can enjoy an afternoon of stories and creativity during Family Storytime at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History on June 7, August 2, and September 6 from 3 pm to 3:30 pm. The recurring program invites children and caregivers to relax on beanbags while listening to stories centered around creativity, ... Read more
Traditional music and community gathering come together during the French Canadian Jam at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History on June 6 from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Held monthly during First Free Weekends, the informal jam session celebrates French Canadian musical traditions with live performances and opportunities for musicians to play together. New ... Read more
Classic carnival fun and family-friendly activities will fill the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History during Family Program: Fun at the Fair on June 6 from 11 am to 4 pm. Inspired by one of Connecticut’s historic summertime fairs, the event invites families to enjoy a festive day featuring games, crafts, entertainment, and interactive activities ... Read more
Creativity and history come together at the Inspire Center – New Theme! event on June 6 from 10 am to 4:30 pm at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. Designed for visitors of all ages, the Inspire Center offers a hands-on space where guests can explore historical objects from the Museum’s collection and use ... Read more
Readers and literature enthusiasts are invited to take part in the Short Attention Span Literary Club on June 3 from 1 pm to 2 pm. Held once each month, the online discussion group focuses on short stories in a casual and welcoming format with no long-term commitment required. This month’s featured story is “The Nose” ... Read more
