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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. December's challenge is to improve the way we communicate!

Member Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Tour

Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

This fall, we’re offering two opportunities for Museum members to experience an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of our collection.

Free

SOLD OUT! Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Remembering G. Fox and Co.

Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

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.

$15

Stained-Glass Workshop with Francis Barkyoumb

Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford

Curious about the art of stained-glass? Join us for an introductory level workshop with local stained glass and restoration artist Francis Barkyoumb of Glass Dance Studio.

$30

Cocoa and Crafts: The Coffeemonsters Book

Did you know coffee stains can be used to make silly monsters? Sip hot cocoa and munch on treats while enjoying a reading of The Coffeemonsters Book, written by Stefan Kunhigk. Then, families will make their own book of coffee-stain monsters and short stories.

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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. 

Recurring

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. 

Recurring

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. 

Recurring

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. 

Cocoa and Crafts: The Coffeemonsters Book

Did you know coffee stains can be used to make silly monsters? Or that these monsters each have their own backstories and adventures? Visit the Museum for a reading of short stories from The Coffeemonsters Book, written by Stefan Kunhigk, while sipping hot cocoa (coffee for the adults!) and munching on treats. Then, families will make their own book of coffee-stain monsters and short stories.