Virtual Homeschool Workshop: Supplies for Soldiers

Did you know that nearly 55,000 people from Connecticut joined the Union Army during the Civil War? Look closely at a variety of images and posters to explore the ways in which people of Connecticut were recruited to be soldiers for the Union Army.

*canceled* Virtual Homeschool Workshop: A Day in the Life

Uncover the varied experiences of Connecticans involved in the Civil War! Bring history to your home with a pre-packaged lesson plan, complete with activities, primary sources, and questions for discussion. Then, learn alongside other Homeschoolers in a live, virtual workshop!

*canceled* Virtual Homeschool Workshop: A Day in the Life

Uncover the varied experiences of Connecticans involved in the Civil War! Bring history to your home with a pre-packaged lesson plan, complete with activities, primary sources, and questions for discussion. Then, learn alongside other Homeschoolers in a live, virtual workshop!

Virtual Homeschool Workshop: A Day in the Life

Explore a day in the life of soldiers, battlefield nurses, and women working on the homefront during the Civil War. Through close-looking at a variety of primary sources, including letters, diary entries, and newspapers, children will explore the variety of roles and responsibilities of women during the Civil War.

Short Attention Span Literary Club

Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth Street, Hartford, CT, United States

Join us the first Wednesday of every month for conversation about a short story. This week's selection is the classic "Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry.

Short Attention Span Literary Club

Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth Street, Hartford, CT, United States

Join us the first Wednesday of every month for conversation about a short story. This week's selection is the classic "Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry.

Short Attention Span Literary Club

Every other week, we get together to chat about short stories. Anyone can join in, no commitment required!

This week’s selection is “The Gift of the Magi” by O. Henry.

Recurring

Free First Saturday

Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth Street, Hartford, CT, United States

Free admission to the museum galleries all day. Please note that free admission does not include the Waterman Research Center.

Recurring

Free First Saturday

Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth Street, Hartford, CT, United States

Free admission to the museum galleries all day. Please note that free admission does not include the Waterman Research Center.

Family Program: Valentines for Kids

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