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SUMMARY:The American Revolution & Main Street in Hartford\, CT: Guided Tour
DESCRIPTION:Commemorate America’s 250th and hear diverse stories of struggle and success in the pursuit of freedom and liberty. Begin in the Ancient Burying Ground and discover the real life stories from the people and families who lived and worked in Hartford. Across the street\, walk to the site that held important meetings with General George Washington at the Wadsworth. Continue to Connecticut’s Old State House to view outdoor exhibits on Rev. Thomas Hooker and the American Revolution. \nMeet inside the Ancient Burying Ground\, located at 679 Main Street\, Hartford\, at the Founders Monument.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/the-american-revolution-main-street-in-hartford-ct-guided-tour/
LOCATION:ancient burying ground association\, 60 Gold Street\, Hartford\, 06141
CATEGORIES:Activity,America 250 CT,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,Family Activity,July 2026
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ancient Burying Ground Association":MAILTO:marydonohue@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T133128Z
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SUMMARY:250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence at Stamford History Center
DESCRIPTION:4th of July is back on the Steps of Hoyt-Barnum\, Stamford’s oldest dwelling\, celebrating 250 years of the signing of the Declaration of Independence\,  and Rick Petersen returns as your guide as General Putnam at 10 am sharp! He will be traveling through time to invite some notable figures throughout history including Frederick Douglass and Elizabeth Cady-Stanton\, who will be delivering their famous speeches.  We will also be offering tours of the Hoyt-Barnum House. \nOur cast is outfitted by Sophia’s Costumes and Gifts in Cos Cob. Cabaret performer Mel McGuire returns to sing the National Anthem with Cabaret flair. Please bring chairs\, and additional parking is available in the Northeast Middle School parking lot.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/250th-anniversary-of-the-declaration-of-independence-at-stamford-history-center/
LOCATION:Stamford History Center\, 1508 High Ridge Rd.\, Stamford\, CT\, 06903\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,Family Activity,July 2026,Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stamford History Center":MAILTO:info@stamfordhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T160000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130615
CREATED:20260629T185151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T185151Z
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SUMMARY:A Day in the Revolution at Pardee-Morris House
DESCRIPTION:Step into the world of the American Revolution on July 5\, 2026\, 12 – 4 p.m.\, during “A Day in the Revolution at Pardee-Morris House.” Reenactors from the 54th Regiment of Foot—a rousting band of Redcoats—will return to the site of the Morris house which was burned to the ground by the British during their raid on New Haven on July 5\, 1779. (There’s no telling how the local 6th CT Regiment will respond to the Brits returning… ) Weather updates for the this free NH250 event will be posted on FB/IG and newhavenmuseum.org. \n“A Day in the Revolution at Pardee-Morris House” will provide a full afternoon of revolutionary fun. The 54th Rgt. will demonstrate the life of a British soldier\, showcasing traditional drills and demonstrating the firing of muskets. The regiment’s18th-century “surgeon” will demonstrate his skills\, helping visitors gain new appreciation for 21st-century medicine! \nReenactors from the 6th CT Rgt. will set aside any remaining animosities while they showcase their own traditional drills\, and the cleaning and firing of muskets. A lieutenant will detail the contents of a continental soldier’s knapsack\, and kids can join in a mock drill with wooden muskets. \nVisitors are welcome to bring picnics and chairs. The Inferno Apizza truck will also be onsite\, and snacks will also be available for purchase \nSteve Salisbury\, proprietor of the Big Bear Trading Company\, will set up shop as an 18th-century sutler\, selling to modern-day visitors some of the tools\, trinkets\, eating utensils\, and miscellaneous goods that were popular in the 1700s. \nVisitors may also tour the PMH Colonial Herb Garden. University of Connecticut-certified Master Gardener Giulia Gambale will invite guests to touch and smell clippings of herbs and discuss their use during colonial times. \nThe Second Company Governor’s Foot Guard will perform spirited fife-and-drum music throughout the afternoon. Visitors will also enjoy crafts\, creating lavender sachet bags and paper tri-corn hats. Colonial games for all ages will include rolling hoops\, graces\, and cup-and-ball. \nIn 1779\, British Major General William Tryon led 2700 soldiers in raids on the port towns of New Haven\, Fairfield\,Westport and Norwalk\, Connecticut. “A Day in the Revolution at Pardee-Morris House” is the first in the “1779 British Raids\,” event series (July 5-12\, 2026)\, a collaborative effort by the New Haven Museum\, Fairfield Museum\, Westport Museum for History and Culture\, and Norwalk Historical Society to commemorate the historic raids. The “1779 British Raids” events will allow the public to follow in the footsteps of British forces and discover the stories of how each town fought back. \nNew Haven Museum thanks the Society of the Cincinnati in the State of Connecticut for supporting the program\, and WSHU 91.1 FM for supporting the 2026 summer season.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/a-day-in-the-revolution-at-pardee-morris-house/
LOCATION:The Pardee-Morris House\, 325 Lighthouse Rd.\, New Haven\, 06512
CATEGORIES:Activity,America 250 CT,Discussion,July 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T120000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130615
CREATED:20260303T202651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T203357Z
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SUMMARY:Mark Twain's Companions & Cohorts
DESCRIPTION:While Samuel Clemens\, a.k.a. Mark Twain\, is laid to rest in Elmira\, New York\, many of his Hartford companions and cohorts are interred at Cedar Hill Cemetery. \nLearn about Twain’s life and his many Nook Farm friends\, neighbors\, and colleagues during this tour led by Steve Courtney. \nAdmission to the program is $10.00 and free for Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation and Mark Twain House & Museum members. Advance reservations are recommended and may be made online at www.cedarhillfoundation.org. \nCedar Hill Cemetery is located at 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford. The walking tour begins at the flagpole at the end of the entrance drive. \nNo pets allowed\, except for service animals.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/mark-twains-companions-cohorts/
LOCATION:Cedar Hill Cemetery\, 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford\, CT\, 06114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,July 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T120000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130615
CREATED:20260303T202708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T203345Z
UID:57539-1784109600-1784116800@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Angels Among Us
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the angelic figures that grace the landscape of Cedar Hill Cemetery. \nConnie Robinson will acquaint you with the Angels of Mercy\, Life\, Peace\, and more on this tour of the historic cemetery. \nAdmission to the program is $10.00 and free for Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation members. Advance reservations are recommended and may be made online at www.cedarhillfoundation.org. \nCedar Hill Cemetery is located at 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford. The walking tour begins at the flagpole at the end of the entrance drive. \nNo pets allowed\, except for service animals.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/angels-among-us/
LOCATION:Cedar Hill Cemetery\, 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford\, CT\, 06114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,July 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T120000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130615
CREATED:20260303T202841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T065414Z
UID:57543-1784368800-1784376000@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:A Civil War Soldier
DESCRIPTION:Hear poignant stories of Civil War soldiers laid to rest at Cedar Hill on this new tour of the historic cemetery. \nBeverly Lucas will share the stories of men who died in service as well as those who made it safely home. The tour offers a moving glimpse into courage\, loss\, survival\, and remembrance. \nAdmission to the program is $10.00 and free for Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation members. Advance reservations are recommended and may be made online at www.cedarhillfoundation.org. \nCedar Hill Cemetery is located at 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford. The walking tour begins at the flagpole at the end of the entrance drive. Nach ausführlichen Tests und Vergleichen mit anderen Anbietern kommen viele Experten zu dem Schluss\, dass Bestes Bonus Crab Casino derzeit eines der attraktivsten Online-Casinos ist\, besonders wegen des starken 10-Euro-Bonus ohne Einzahlung und der schnellen Auszahlungen. \nNo pets allowed\, except for service animals.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/a-civil-war-soldier/
LOCATION:Cedar Hill Cemetery\, 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford\, CT\, 06114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,July 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T160000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130615
CREATED:20260527T205711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T205711Z
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SUMMARY:Open Hours: Explore our Exhibits at Weston History and Culture Center
DESCRIPTION:Engaging exhibits for all at the Weston History & Culture Center this Spring & Summer \nIn the Visitors Center: \nSarah Treadwell: Connecticut Mom\, American Patriot: Honors a local woman who supported her family’s active role during the American Revolution\, highlighting the often-overlooked contributions of women during the period. \nLocal Patriots & Loyalists of the American Revolution: Learn about those who were for and against the Revolutionary War in this exhibit that features people from the Weston/Fairfield\, Wilton/Norwalk and Ridgefield. \nIn the historic Coley Barn: \nWeston at Work: Come explore the history of agriculture\, manufacturing\, and textile production in Weston and Connecticut in the new\, interactive exhibit\, “Weston at Work”. Children can card wool\, weave on a loom\, use a rope and pulley to raise a hay bale and more! \nIn the Historic Coley House: \nGuided Tour – Life in the 1940s:Take a guided tour of the award-winning Coley House\, the only historic house in CT brought back to reflect life during the 1940s. Explore how the Coley family lived\, worked and played while on the home front during World War II. \nStroll through the Daniel E. Offutt\, III Sculpture Garden on our glorious 3.7 acre property.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/open-hours-explore-our-exhibits-at-weston-history-and-culture-center-3/
LOCATION:Weston History & Culture Center ( Weston Historical Society)\, 104 Weston Rd\, Weston\, 06883
CATEGORIES:Activity,America 250 CT,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,July 2026
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ORGANIZER;CN="Weston History &amp%3B Culture Center":MAILTO:info@westoncthistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T160000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130615
CREATED:20260527T205734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T205734Z
UID:58535-1785675600-1785686400@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Open Hours: Explore our Exhibits at Weston History and Culture Center
DESCRIPTION:Engaging exhibits for all at the Weston History & Culture Center this Spring & Summer \nIn the Visitors Center: \nSarah Treadwell: Connecticut Mom\, American Patriot: Honors a local woman who supported her family’s active role during the American Revolution\, highlighting the often-overlooked contributions of women during the period. \nLocal Patriots & Loyalists of the American Revolution: Learn about those who were for and against the Revolutionary War in this exhibit that features people from the Weston/Fairfield\, Wilton/Norwalk and Ridgefield. \nIn the historic Coley Barn: \nWeston at Work: Come explore the history of agriculture\, manufacturing\, and textile production in Weston and Connecticut in the new\, interactive exhibit\, “Weston at Work”. Children can card wool\, weave on a loom\, use a rope and pulley to raise a hay bale and more! \nIn the Historic Coley House: \nGuided Tour – Life in the 1940s:Take a guided tour of the award-winning Coley House\, the only historic house in CT brought back to reflect life during the 1940s. Explore how the Coley family lived\, worked and played while on the home front during World War II. \nStroll through the Daniel E. Offutt\, III Sculpture Garden on our glorious 3.7 acre property.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/open-hours-explore-our-exhibits-at-weston-history-and-culture-center-4/
LOCATION:Weston History & Culture Center ( Weston Historical Society)\, 104 Weston Rd\, Weston\, 06883
CATEGORIES:Activity,America 250 CT,August 2026,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cthumanities.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026springsumopen-4.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Weston History &amp%3B Culture Center":MAILTO:info@westoncthistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T120000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130615
CREATED:20260303T201610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T203257Z
UID:57281-1785747600-1785758400@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Kids' Hands-On History Summer Program
DESCRIPTION:Children ages 8-11 (or entering 3rd-6th grade) will explore Windsor history while having fun in a historical setting! Learn about Windsor’s people and their stories while “doing” history! Daily program themes build an understanding of Windsor’s diverse history from earliest times to the present day. \nMonday\, August 3\, Colonial Connections. Students will learn about 1600s Connecticut through crafts and play. They will learn to weave\, make a sparkling shad\, and compete in colonial-era games. \nTuesday\, August 4\, 1776 Sensations. 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.  In honor of the American Revolution\, students will set up a soldier’s tent\, discover the music of the fife and drum\, and learn the beautiful science of cartography. \nWednesday\, August 5\, Boats and Bridges. The early 1800s were defined by a transportation revolution. Trains\, bridges\, and the Windsor Locks Canal system forever changed how people and products came to Windsor. Students will learn how to work the canals\, build a boat that floats\, and a rail that won’t fail. \nThursday\, August 6\, Impressions and Imagination. Connecticut has an important place in art history. Circa 1900\, American Impressionism found its heart in our tiny state. It was also the home of the creator of the Crayola crayon. Students will honor this history by creating their own Impressionist masterpiece and crafting with crayons. \nFriday\, August 7\, Modernizing Moments. Radio\, television\, and movies all found their form in the early 1900s. Students will get a behind-the-scenes look at the Historical Society’s collection\, explore the science behind these technologies\, and refresh themselves with a signature soda. \nRegistration required by July 24th. $45 for one day or $175 for the week.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/kids-hands-on-history-summer-program/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,August 2026,Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Windsor Historical Society":MAILTO:info@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T120000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130615
CREATED:20260303T201610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T203257Z
UID:57283-1785834000-1785844800@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Kids' Hands-On History Summer Program
DESCRIPTION:Children ages 8-11 (or entering 3rd-6th grade) will explore Windsor history while having fun in a historical setting! Learn about Windsor’s people and their stories while “doing” history! Daily program themes build an understanding of Windsor’s diverse history from earliest times to the present day. \nMonday\, August 3\, Colonial Connections. Students will learn about 1600s Connecticut through crafts and play. They will learn to weave\, make a sparkling shad\, and compete in colonial-era games. \nTuesday\, August 4\, 1776 Sensations. 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.  In honor of the American Revolution\, students will set up a soldier’s tent\, discover the music of the fife and drum\, and learn the beautiful science of cartography. \nWednesday\, August 5\, Boats and Bridges. The early 1800s were defined by a transportation revolution. Trains\, bridges\, and the Windsor Locks Canal system forever changed how people and products came to Windsor. Students will learn how to work the canals\, build a boat that floats\, and a rail that won’t fail. \nThursday\, August 6\, Impressions and Imagination. Connecticut has an important place in art history. Circa 1900\, American Impressionism found its heart in our tiny state. It was also the home of the creator of the Crayola crayon. Students will honor this history by creating their own Impressionist masterpiece and crafting with crayons. \nFriday\, August 7\, Modernizing Moments. Radio\, television\, and movies all found their form in the early 1900s. Students will get a behind-the-scenes look at the Historical Society’s collection\, explore the science behind these technologies\, and refresh themselves with a signature soda. \nRegistration required by July 24th. $45 for one day or $175 for the week.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/kids-hands-on-history-summer-program-2026-08-04/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,August 2026,Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Windsor Historical Society":MAILTO:info@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T120000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130615
CREATED:20260303T201610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T203257Z
UID:57284-1785920400-1785931200@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Kids' Hands-On History Summer Program
DESCRIPTION:Children ages 8-11 (or entering 3rd-6th grade) will explore Windsor history while having fun in a historical setting! Learn about Windsor’s people and their stories while “doing” history! Daily program themes build an understanding of Windsor’s diverse history from earliest times to the present day. \nMonday\, August 3\, Colonial Connections. Students will learn about 1600s Connecticut through crafts and play. They will learn to weave\, make a sparkling shad\, and compete in colonial-era games. \nTuesday\, August 4\, 1776 Sensations. 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.  In honor of the American Revolution\, students will set up a soldier’s tent\, discover the music of the fife and drum\, and learn the beautiful science of cartography. \nWednesday\, August 5\, Boats and Bridges. The early 1800s were defined by a transportation revolution. Trains\, bridges\, and the Windsor Locks Canal system forever changed how people and products came to Windsor. Students will learn how to work the canals\, build a boat that floats\, and a rail that won’t fail. \nThursday\, August 6\, Impressions and Imagination. Connecticut has an important place in art history. Circa 1900\, American Impressionism found its heart in our tiny state. It was also the home of the creator of the Crayola crayon. Students will honor this history by creating their own Impressionist masterpiece and crafting with crayons. \nFriday\, August 7\, Modernizing Moments. Radio\, television\, and movies all found their form in the early 1900s. Students will get a behind-the-scenes look at the Historical Society’s collection\, explore the science behind these technologies\, and refresh themselves with a signature soda. \nRegistration required by July 24th. $45 for one day or $175 for the week.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/kids-hands-on-history-summer-program-2026-08-05/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,August 2026,Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Windsor Historical Society":MAILTO:info@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T120000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130615
CREATED:20260303T201610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T203257Z
UID:57285-1786006800-1786017600@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Kids' Hands-On History Summer Program
DESCRIPTION:Children ages 8-11 (or entering 3rd-6th grade) will explore Windsor history while having fun in a historical setting! Learn about Windsor’s people and their stories while “doing” history! Daily program themes build an understanding of Windsor’s diverse history from earliest times to the present day. \nMonday\, August 3\, Colonial Connections. Students will learn about 1600s Connecticut through crafts and play. They will learn to weave\, make a sparkling shad\, and compete in colonial-era games. \nTuesday\, August 4\, 1776 Sensations. 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.  In honor of the American Revolution\, students will set up a soldier’s tent\, discover the music of the fife and drum\, and learn the beautiful science of cartography. \nWednesday\, August 5\, Boats and Bridges. The early 1800s were defined by a transportation revolution. Trains\, bridges\, and the Windsor Locks Canal system forever changed how people and products came to Windsor. Students will learn how to work the canals\, build a boat that floats\, and a rail that won’t fail. \nThursday\, August 6\, Impressions and Imagination. Connecticut has an important place in art history. Circa 1900\, American Impressionism found its heart in our tiny state. It was also the home of the creator of the Crayola crayon. Students will honor this history by creating their own Impressionist masterpiece and crafting with crayons. \nFriday\, August 7\, Modernizing Moments. Radio\, television\, and movies all found their form in the early 1900s. Students will get a behind-the-scenes look at the Historical Society’s collection\, explore the science behind these technologies\, and refresh themselves with a signature soda. \nRegistration required by July 24th. $45 for one day or $175 for the week.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/kids-hands-on-history-summer-program-2026-08-06/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,August 2026,Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Windsor Historical Society":MAILTO:info@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T200000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130615
CREATED:20260303T203125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T203125Z
UID:57550-1786041000-1786046400@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Sunset Notables
DESCRIPTION:Discover the history and beauty of Cedar Hill Cemetery on this tour showcasing some of its most celebrated residents and renowned monuments. \nLearn about General Griffin Stedman\, John Pierpont Morgan\, Katharine Hepburn and more. Participants will enjoy watching the sun set during the walk. \nAdmission to the program is $10.00 and free for Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation members. Advance reservations are recommended and may be made online at www.cedarhillfoundation.org. \nCedar Hill Cemetery is located at 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford. The walking tour begins at the flagpole at the end of the entrance drive. \nNo pets allowed\, except for service animals.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/sunset-notables/
LOCATION:Cedar Hill Cemetery\, 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford\, CT\, 06114\, United States
CATEGORIES:August 2026,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T120000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130615
CREATED:20260303T201610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T203257Z
UID:57286-1786093200-1786104000@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Kids' Hands-On History Summer Program
DESCRIPTION:Children ages 8-11 (or entering 3rd-6th grade) will explore Windsor history while having fun in a historical setting! Learn about Windsor’s people and their stories while “doing” history! Daily program themes build an understanding of Windsor’s diverse history from earliest times to the present day. \nMonday\, August 3\, Colonial Connections. Students will learn about 1600s Connecticut through crafts and play. They will learn to weave\, make a sparkling shad\, and compete in colonial-era games. \nTuesday\, August 4\, 1776 Sensations. 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.  In honor of the American Revolution\, students will set up a soldier’s tent\, discover the music of the fife and drum\, and learn the beautiful science of cartography. \nWednesday\, August 5\, Boats and Bridges. The early 1800s were defined by a transportation revolution. Trains\, bridges\, and the Windsor Locks Canal system forever changed how people and products came to Windsor. Students will learn how to work the canals\, build a boat that floats\, and a rail that won’t fail. \nThursday\, August 6\, Impressions and Imagination. Connecticut has an important place in art history. Circa 1900\, American Impressionism found its heart in our tiny state. It was also the home of the creator of the Crayola crayon. Students will honor this history by creating their own Impressionist masterpiece and crafting with crayons. \nFriday\, August 7\, Modernizing Moments. Radio\, television\, and movies all found their form in the early 1900s. Students will get a behind-the-scenes look at the Historical Society’s collection\, explore the science behind these technologies\, and refresh themselves with a signature soda. \nRegistration required by July 24th. $45 for one day or $175 for the week.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/kids-hands-on-history-summer-program-2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,August 2026,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T120000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130615
CREATED:20260303T203145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T203145Z
UID:57554-1786183200-1786190400@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Patent Pending: Inventors of Cedar Hill
DESCRIPTION:Meet Cedar Hill’s ingenious inventors. Hear about Gallaudet’s airplane\, Colt’s revolver\, Gray’s pay telephone and more creative inventions. \nFoundation Director Beverly Lucas leads this new tour of the historic cemetery. \nAdmission to the program is $10.00 and free for Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation members. Advance reservations are recommended and may be made online at www.cedarhillfoundation.org. \nCedar Hill Cemetery is located at 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford. The walking tour begins at the flagpole at the end of the entrance drive. \nNo pets allowed\, except for service animals.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/patent-pending-inventors-of-cedar-hill/
LOCATION:Cedar Hill Cemetery\, 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford\, CT\, 06114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,August 2026,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T120000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130615
CREATED:20260303T203203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T203203Z
UID:57558-1787133600-1787140800@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:The Plot Thickens
DESCRIPTION:Hear stories that sound like film scripts – leaving you to wonder who should star in the movie – a Communist spy\, a runaway Prince\, an infamous gambler\, and more. \nWendi Vance leads this intriguing tour of Cedar Hill Cemetery. \nAdmission to the program is $10.00 and free for Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation members. Advance reservations are recommended and may be made online at www.cedarhillfoundation.org. \nCedar Hill Cemetery is located at 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford. The walking tour begins at the flagpole at the end of the entrance drive. \nNo pets allowed\, except for service animals.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/the-plot-thickens/
LOCATION:Cedar Hill Cemetery\, 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford\, CT\, 06114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,August 2026,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T160000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130615
CREATED:20260609T130531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T130531Z
UID:58539-1788094800-1788105600@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Open Hours: Explore our Exhibits at Weston History and Culture Center
DESCRIPTION:Engaging exhibits for all at the Weston History & Culture Center this Spring & Summer \nIn the Visitors Center: \nSarah Treadwell: Connecticut Mom\, American Patriot: Honors a local woman who supported her family’s active role during the American Revolution\, highlighting the often-overlooked contributions of women during the period. \nLocal Patriots & Loyalists of the American Revolution: Learn about those who were for and against the Revolutionary War in this exhibit that features people from the Weston/Fairfield\, Wilton/Norwalk and Ridgefield. \nIn the historic Coley Barn: \nWeston at Work: Come explore the history of agriculture\, manufacturing\, and textile production in Weston and Connecticut in the new\, interactive exhibit\, “Weston at Work”. Children can card wool\, weave on a loom\, use a rope and pulley to raise a hay bale and more! \nIn the Historic Coley House: \nGuided Tour – Life in the 1940s:Take a guided tour of the award-winning Coley House\, the only historic house in CT brought back to reflect life during the 1940s. Explore how the Coley family lived\, worked and played while on the home front during World War II. \nStroll through the Daniel E. Offutt\, III Sculpture Garden on our glorious 3.7 acre property.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/open-hours-explore-our-exhibits-at-weston-history-and-culture-center-5/
LOCATION:Weston History & Culture Center ( Weston Historical Society)\, 104 Weston Rd\, Weston\, 06883
CATEGORIES:Activity,August 2026,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Weston History &amp%3B Culture Center":MAILTO:info@westoncthistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T200000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130615
CREATED:20260601T164050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T164050Z
UID:58648-1789063200-1789070400@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Looking for History: Connecticut Industry Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:MoCACT presents Looking for History\, featuring three artists\, Rick Shaefer\, Ellen Harvey\, and Michael Borders—each presented in their own dedicated gallery space at varying intervals over the course of the exhibition from June 25 to November 15\, 2026. In recognition of the United States’ 250th anniversary in 2026\, the Museum invites visitors into distinct yet interconnected conversations about our nation’s past\, present\, and potential future.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/looking-for-history-connecticut-industry-opening-reception/
LOCATION:MoCA CT\, 19 newtopwn turnpike\, Westport\, 06880
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Arts,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,September 2026
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ORGANIZER;CN="MoCA CT":MAILTO:frontdesk@mocact.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130615
CREATED:20260609T130559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T130559Z
UID:57572-1789207200-1789214400@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Mystery Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Explore Cedar Hill Cemetery while deciphering creative clues that direct you around the historic sections of the cemetery. \nTeams of up to four people each compete in the hunt. \nOnce teams have collected all the clues\, it’s time to solve the mystery. It’s a race to the finish\, as prizes (and bragging rights) will be awarded to teams who solve the mystery the fastest. \nAdmission is $10.00/person. Advance reservations are required and may be made online at www.cedarhillfoundation.org. \nNo pets allowed\, except for service animals.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/mystery-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:Cedar Hill Cemetery\, 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford\, CT\, 06114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Family Activity,September 2026,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260702T130615
CREATED:20260609T130637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T130637Z
UID:57580-1789552800-1789560000@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Eternal Homes of Cedar Hill
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the private mausoleums that grace the grounds of Cedar Hill Cemetery. \nAndrius Banevicius discusses the art and architecture of these magnificent structures on this tour of the historic cemetery. \nAdmission to the program is $10.00 and free for Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation members. Advance reservations are recommended and may be made online at www.cedarhillfoundation.org. \nCedar Hill Cemetery is located at 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford. The walking tour begins at Inwood Pond between Sections 2 and 10. \nNo pets allowed\, except for service animals.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/eternal-homes-of-cedar-hill/
LOCATION:Cedar Hill Cemetery\, 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford\, CT\, 06114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,Family Activity,September 2026
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