What does it mean to be politically involved? What do political action and freedom of speech look like? In 1860, during a time of deep political division and fears of a civil...
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! March's challenge is to create a new way to teach the alphabet!
Espresso yourself with coffee art! Families will make one-of-a-kind coffee mugs, try their hand at cappuccino-inspired foam art, and design collages using a variety of coffee materials. For inspiration, families can explore the exhibit "Coffee: A Connecticut Story."
Get acquainted with French Canadian traditional tunes at this monthly jam session, happening Saturday afternoons on First Free 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! March's challenge is to create a new way to teach the alphabet!
Join us for family story time at the Museum! Cozy up with beanbags 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!
This month’s story is “Magic," by Katherine Anne Porter.
Join a museum educator for a guided tour of our newest exhibition, Coffee: A Connecticut Story.
Visit the Museum for day full of educational programs designed specifically for homeschool families! Workshops are offered throughout the day for different age groups. Pre-registration is required to participate in this program.
Our favorite morning drink comes with a heavy environmental price tag. Join us to hear from local coffee roasters about what is being done to make coffee cultivation and consumption more sustainable.
Lightning McQueen wins again! Join us for a special showing of Cars, a movie about a famous, trouble-making racecar who finds himself stranded along Route 66. Watch as he forms unexpected friendships with a group of silly, fun-loving cars and trucks from the tiny town of Radiator Springs. Families will then get a goody bag full of hands-on activities all about automobile manufacturing in Connecticut.
Join us for a fun evening that will include a scavenger hunt through our exhibition, Coffee: A Connecticut Story, then relax and enjoy a coffee cocktail and coffee liqueur tasting with Saxtons River Distillery.
