Please join us for a virtual presentation by Dr. Caylin Carbonell. Dr. Carbonell is a New England Regional Fellowship Consortium (NERFC) fellow who conducted research at the CMCH this past summer.
“Rosie the Riveter” became an iconic image of working women during World War II. What was it really like for them? We’ll look at propaganda posters, art, music, photos, and hear real-life accounts of women who worked for victory in the war.
***We're sorry, this tour is sold out.*** Take a tour of the museum's collections spaces while you learn more about pioneering businesswomen Beatrice Fox Auerbach and her iconic department store.
***We're sorry, this tour is sold out.*** Take a tour of the museum's collections spaces while you learn more about pioneering businesswomen Beatrice Fox Auerbach and her iconic department store.
***We're sorry, this tour is sold out.*** Take a tour of the museum's collections spaces while you learn more about pioneering businesswomen Beatrice Fox Auerbach and her iconic department store.
***We're sorry, this tour is sold out.*** Take a tour of the museum's collections spaces while you learn more about pioneering businesswomen Beatrice Fox Auerbach and her iconic department store.
Join us for a unique series of poetry readings and community dialogues! The Asian and Asian American Studies Institute at UConn and the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History, along...
Join us for a unique series of poetry readings and community dialogues! The Asian and Asian American Studies Institute at UConn and the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History, along...
Join us during spring break as we take a close look at historic ART-ifacts! On Thursday, explore the world of elegant costumes and colorful embroidery. Get inspired by the clothing and needlework in the exhibits, then design and “sew” your own kid-friendly needlework.
Join us for a behind-the scenes tour at the CMCH to see our collection of memorabilia from Hartford’s most iconic department store. Our archives contain hundreds of goods sold over the years at G. Fox & Co., ranging from wedding gowns to toilet paper! You’ll also learn about Beatrice Fox Auerbach, the pioneering businesswoman who led G. Fox & Co. through its golden age.
Learn about innovative programs encouraging girls and STEM, and listen to advice from women who have broken barriers in STEM careers.
Curl up with some hot cocoa at the CMCH! Join us for a morning of crafts, hot chocolate, and readings of Anna Llenas' "The Color Monster." After the story, make your own felt monster to take home!
