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Inspire Center

The Inspire Center brings history and problem-solving together in a hands-on creative space for visitors of all ages. Look closely at objects from the Connecticut Museum collection, get inspired, and work together to create something new. 

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Inspire Center

The Inspire Center brings history and problem-solving together in a hands-on creative space for visitors of all ages. Look closely at objects from the Connecticut Museum collection, get inspired, and work together to create something new. 

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Inspire Center

The Inspire Center brings history and problem-solving together in a hands-on creative space for visitors of all ages. Look closely at objects from the Connecticut Museum collection, get inspired, and work together to create something new. 

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Inspire Center

The Inspire Center brings history and problem-solving together in a hands-on creative space for visitors of all ages. Look closely at objects from the Connecticut Museum collection, get inspired, and work together to create something new. 

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Inspire Center – Open Weekends!

The Inspire Center brings history and problem-solving together in a hands-on creative space for visitors of all ages! Look closely at objects from the Connecticut Museum collection, get inspired, and work together to create something new. With objects and themes changing every other month, you can enjoy unique experiences all year long! January’s challenge is to improve the way we communicate!

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Inspire Center

The Inspire Center brings history and problem-solving together in a hands-on creative space for visitors of all ages. Look closely at objects from the Connecticut Museum collection, get inspired, and work together to create something new. 

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Inspire Center – Open Weekends!

The Inspire Center brings history and problem-solving together in a hands-on creative space for visitors of all ages! Look closely at objects from the Connecticut Museum collection, get inspired, and work together to create something new. With objects and themes changing every other month, you can enjoy unique experiences all year long! January’s challenge is to improve the way we communicate!

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Family Story Time

Join us for family story time at the Museum! Cozy up with beanbags and pillows and enjoy a reading of a book all about creativity and innovation. Then, families will be challenged to embrace their own inventive spirit by getting crafty in the Inspire Center!

Family Movie Night: PAW Patrol: The Movie

"Chase is on the case!" Join us for a special showing of "PAW Patrol: The Movie," and watch as Chase, Marshall, Skye, and the rest of the Paw Patrol gang work together to save Adventure City! Families will then get a goody bag to take home that tells the stories of some heroic pups from right here in Connecticut.

Family Program: Valentines for Kids

Happy Valentine’s Day! Using historic valentines from the Museum’s collection as inspiration, create one-of-a-kind cards to give to your loved ones! 

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Family Story Time

Join us for family story time at the Museum! Cozy up with beanbags and pillows and enjoy a reading of a book all about creativity and innovation. Then, families will be challenged to embrace their own inventive spirit by getting crafty in the Inspire Center!

Family Movie Night: Elemental

What happens when fire and water join forces? Join us for a special showing of "Elemental," and follow Ember, a strong-willed fire person, and Wade, a fun-loving water person, on their adventures through Element City and Firetown! Families will then get a goody bag to take home that includes hands-on activities related to main themes of the movie.