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
An evening of history, cocktails, and interactive activities awaits during Date Night: The American Revolution at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History on May 28 from 6 pm to 7:30 pm. This special evening edition of the Museum’s popular Behind-the-Scenes tours celebrates 250 years of American independence with an up-close look at Revolutionary War-era ... Read more
Members of the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History can enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience during Member Event – Behind the Scenes: The American Revolution on May 27 from 11:30 am to 1 pm. Guided by a Museum Educator, participants will explore highlights from the Museum’s American Revolution collection while learning about Connecticut’s role in ... Read more
A century of history, change, and academic achievement will be explored during Truth, Tradition, Transformation: Celebrating a Century of Albertus Magnus College on June 4 from 6 pm to 7 pm at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. Presented by Albertus Magnus College Interim Director of Library Services and College Archivist Catie White, the ... Read more
Emotions take center stage during a special screening of Inside Out 2 at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History on March 13, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Families can follow Joy, Sadness, Disgust, Anger, and Fear—along with Riley’s newest emotions—on another colorful adventure that explores what it means to grow up. Before ... Read more
Families can enjoy a cozy and creative storytime experience at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History, where young visitors are invited to relax on beanbags and listen to a story centered on creativity and innovation. Following the reading, children and their caregivers can explore their own inventive ideas through hands-on crafting activities in the ... Read more
Families can enjoy a cozy afternoon of reading and creativity during Family Story Time at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. Young visitors can settle into beanbags for a read-aloud focused on imagination and innovation, followed by hands-on crafting inspired by the story. The program encourages children to explore their creative side in a ... Read more
Step back into early Connecticut’s lively tavern culture during this engaging gallery talk surrounded by the museum’s remarkable collection of historic tavern signs. Once displayed outside bustling public houses, these signs marked spaces where residents gathered to eat, drink, debate, celebrate, and conduct daily life. Today, they offer a fascinating glimpse into the social and ... Read more
The Connecticut Museum of Culture and History in Hartford is turning back the clock with Family Program: Retro Rewind, a lively celebration of all things 1980s. This interactive event invites families to experience the fun and flair of the decade through hands-on activities and larger-than-life games. Guests can step inside life-size versions of classic arcade ... Read more
Families can explore creativity at home with the newest Family Activity Kit, a free take-home resource designed to blend history and hands-on fun. The March–April theme, “The Art of Nature,” highlights paintings, sculptures, and songs inspired by Connecticut’s diverse landscapes. Each kit includes crafts, engaging activities, and images from the museum’s collection, encouraging families to ... Read more
