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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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 StatesProject 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...
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
VirtualLearn 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 StatesCelebrate the Year of the Dragon with Connecticut’s vibrant Asian American Pacific Islander community!
Free
Lunch and Learn: Discover Connecticut’s Black Antebellum Communities
VirtualPre-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
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!
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
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 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.