Short Attention Span Literary Club

Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

This month’s story is “Like a Winding Sheet” by Connecticut native Ann Petry.

Free

Mystery Home: Discover the Story of Your House!

Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

This two-hour program will give you an introduction to researching the history of your house.

$15

Family Movie Night: The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part

Can't get enough of Legos? Neither can we! Join us as we continue the fun from last year's movie night with a special showing of "The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part." Never seen the first one? No problem! Anyone can have fun following these Connecticut-made toys on another wild, silly adventure through the universe!

Free

All Families Brunch & Discussion

Mandell JCC 335 Bloomfield Ave, West Hartford, CT, United States

Project Tunnel Vision is hosting a second community-wide meal for greater Hartford families. In addition to a wholesome catered meal, there will be storytelling, music and visual arts performances centered...

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Family Story Time

Join us for a special family story time! Surrounded by books in the exhibit Connecticut's Bookshelf, families will cozy up in beanbags, listen to a story, and then do some crafts! With a new story each time, families can discover the many stories brought to life by Connecticut authors and illustrators.

Ann Petry: Life and Legacy

Virtual

Learn about one of Connecticut's most unique and powerful literary voices.

Free

Lunar New Year Celebration

Wethersfield Community Center 30 Greenfield Street, Wethersfield, CT, United States

Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with Connecticut’s vibrant Asian American Pacific Islander community!

Free

Lunch and Learn: Discover Connecticut’s Black Antebellum Communities

Virtual

Pre-Civil War Black communities provided free and enslaved people in Connecticut with spiritual, economic, social, and personal opportunities that people used to build rich, meaningful lives. Join us to learn about a recent project at the Connecticut Museum that aims to bring these lives into focus.

Free

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Inspire Center – New Theme!

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! March’s challenge is to invent a new art-making tool!

Family Program: Fun with Fiction

Celebrate Read Across America at the Museum! Enjoy a reading of The Gold Bowl, written by Connecticut author Valerie Bolling. Hear about all the fun a little girl has with her pets, and then make a special gift for your own furry friend!

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French Canadian Jam

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

Get acquainted with French Canadian traditional tunes at this monthly jam session at the CMCH,  happening Saturday afternoons on First Free Weekends! New players and new listeners are always welcome!...

Free