This virtual presentation by Isaac Lee, a New England Regional Fellowship Consortium grantee, will explore this history and explain how rural New England sustained Atlantic slavery.
This month’s story is “Passion" by Alice Munro.
Rachel Beth Sayet is a member of the Mohegan nation. In this lecture, Rachel shares her knowledge on the multiple traditional thanksgivings of New England, along with her years of work revitalizing these traditional foods alongside her tribal elders.
Drop in for a guided tour of our latest special exhibition, Connecticut's Bookshelf.
Join us for a behind-the scenes tour at the Connecticut Museum to see our collection of memorabilia from Hartford’s most iconic department store.
Join us for a behind-the scenes tour at the Connecticut Museum to see our collection of memorabilia from Hartford’s most iconic department store.
Join us for a behind-the scenes tour at the Connecticut Museum to see our collection of memorabilia from Hartford’s most iconic department store.
Join us for a virtual overview of the history of the iconic department store, and the story of Beatrice Fox Auerbach, the pioneering businesswoman who led G. Fox & Co. through its golden age.
"Let the Wild Rumpus start!" Visit the Museum for a reading of "Where the Wild Things Are," a book by Connecticut author and illustrator Maurice Sendak, while wearing a special crown, sipping hot cocoa, and munching on treats. Then, families will complete a related craft.
Cats playing in the snow?! How silly! Visit the Museum for a reading of Winter Cats, a book by CT author Janet Lawler, while sipping hot cocoa and munching on special treats.
This month’s story is “Until Gwen” by Dennis Lehane.
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 monthly, you can enjoy unique experiences all year long! January’s challenge is to make an everyday item look like something completely different!
