Guided Tour of Connecticut’s Bookshelf
Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth Street, Hartford, CT, United StatesDrop in for a guided tour of our latest special exhibition, Connecticut's Bookshelf.
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Lunch and Learn: John Quincy Adams and the Amistad Affair
VirtualThis virtual presentation by Jeffrey A. Denman will explore John Quincy Adams’ involvement in the Amistad affair and his politics.
Free
Speak Up Storytelling: Sportsing — Games, Athletics, and Other Things
Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, Hartford, CT, United StatesCome out to the Museum to hear storytellers tell true stories about lived experiences, led by 45-time Moth StorySLAM champion and 6-time GrandSLAM champion Matthew Dicks.
$20
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.
**SOLD OUT** Remembering G. Fox and Co.: Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth Street, Hartford, CT, United StatesJoin us for a behind-the scenes tour at the Connecticut Museum to see our collection of memorabilia from Hartford’s most iconic department store.
$10 – $15
Family Movie Night: Ferdinand
Did you know that the children's book "The Story of Ferdinand" features drawings by Connecticut illustrator Robert Lawson? Or that this book served as inspiration for a popular children's movie? Join us for a special showing of "Ferdinand," a story of how a gentle, flower-loving bull finds himself wrapped up in many misadventures after refusing to compete in bullfighting. Families are encouraged to bring pillows and blankets and wear their comfiest footy pajamas! Free popcorn and juice boxes will be provided.
Free
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*SOLD OUT* Unforgetting – Restoring and Reclaiming Connecticut’s Hidden Histories
Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, HartfordThank you for joining us as this event! In case you missed it, watch full coverage of the panel below, provided by Connecticut Public. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Waw8sdXk7A&t=7s A panel of experts talks...
Short Attention Span Literary Club
VirtualThis month’s story is “I Stand Here Ironing," by Tillie Olson.
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POSTPONED: What Is A Disaster? State Historian Andy Horowitz in Conversation with Jacob A. C. Remes
Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth St, HartfordIn a freewheeling conversation, two leading scholars in the field of disaster studies will consider events in Connecticut history and beyond, thinking out loud together about why some kinds of bad news are considered disasters while others are not, and what difference it makes.
$10 – $15
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! April’s challenge is to design a new pet accessory in honor of National Pet Day!
Family Program: ABC’s of American Sign Language
Celebrate National ASL Day at the Museum! Families will uncover the history of the American School for the Deaf, learn simple ASL signs, and practice other forms of non-verbal communication.
French Canadian Jam
Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth Street, Hartford, CT, United StatesGet 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