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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn – Connecticut Son: Oliver Wolcott Jr.
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Presentation! \nOliver Wolcott Jr. (1760-1833) was the nation’s second Treasury Secretary and a key figure on the national stage during the Federalist administrations of Presidents George Washington and John Adams.  Upon his resignation from the federal government in 1800\, Wolcott prospered for many years as a private citizen\, and was later elected Governor of Connecticut\, serving for ten years. \nIn this virtual presentation\, Dr. John Lizzi will examine Wolcott’s contributions to both national and state government during his nearly forty years of public service\, as well as discuss to what extent Wolcott evolved politically during his long career. Wolcott’s success can be attributed to his steadfast commitment to his principles including personal integrity\, nationalism\, the need for a strong national government\, and the promotion of manufacturing and industry. \nThis virtual event is free and open to the public. Get tickets to receive the Zoom link. \nThank you to our series sponsors Camille and Gregory F. Servodidio! \nAbout the Speaker: John Lizzi is a high school social studies teacher and historian. He recently earned his PhD from Liberty University. His first published work\, Connecticut Son: Oliver Wolcott Jr.\, is an adaptation of his doctoral dissertation. He lives in Burlington\, Connecticut with his wife and two children.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/lunch-and-learn-connecticut-son-oliver-wolcott-jr/
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,October 2026,Virtual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Museum of Culture and History":MAILTO:kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T160000
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SUMMARY:OUR TOWN by Thornton Wilder
DESCRIPTION:Thornton Wilder’s 1938 Pulitzer Prize-winning play\, Our Town\, is a timeless exploration of the human experience. Set in the fictionalized small town of Grover’s Corners\, New Hampshire\, between 1901 and 1913\, it follows the daily routines\, loves\, and tragedies of the Gibbs and Webb families. The play is famously performed with limited stage scenery and almost no props\, using pantomime to encourage audiences to focus on the universal themes rather than design. We’ve selected Our Town for this season to highlight the 250th celebration by focusing on small town America\, and specifically “Our Town” of New Canaan.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/our-town-by-thornton-wilder-9/
LOCATION:Powerhouse Performing Arts Center\, 679 South Avenue (in Waveny Park)\, New Canaan\, 06840
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,October 2026,Performances,Written & Spoken Word
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ORGANIZER;CN="Town Players of New Canaan":MAILTO:info@tpnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T213000
DTSTAMP:20260921T171035Z
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SUMMARY:OUR TOWN by Thornton Wilder
DESCRIPTION:Thornton Wilder’s 1938 Pulitzer Prize-winning play\, Our Town\, is a timeless exploration of the human experience. Set in the fictionalized small town of Grover’s Corners\, New Hampshire\, between 1901 and 1913\, it follows the daily routines\, loves\, and tragedies of the Gibbs and Webb families. The play is famously performed with limited stage scenery and almost no props\, using pantomime to encourage audiences to focus on the universal themes rather than design. We’ve selected Our Town for this season to highlight the 250th celebration by focusing on small town America\, and specifically “Our Town” of New Canaan.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/our-town-by-thornton-wilder-8/
LOCATION:Powerhouse Performing Arts Center\, 679 South Avenue (in Waveny Park)\, New Canaan\, 06840
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,October 2026,Performances,Written & Spoken Word
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ORGANIZER;CN="Town Players of New Canaan":MAILTO:info@tpnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T120000
DTSTAMP:20260925T213706Z
CREATED:20260925T213706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T213706Z
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SUMMARY:Rochambeau Day at Connecticut's Old State House
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of the 250th anniversary of America’s independence\, Connecticut’s Old State House will host the First and Second Company Governor’s Foot Guard\, First & Second Company Governor’s Horse Guard\, and the First Litchfield Artillery Regiment\, to commemorate Rochambeau Day on Saturday\, October 3 at 10:45 a.m. The public is invited to gather on the lawn for a family-friendly ceremony including a wreath laying and a musket and cannon volley. Afterwards\, enjoy refreshments\, tours\, and conversation with Generals George Washington (John Koopman III) and Jean-Baptiste Donatien de Vimeur\, Comte de Rochambeau (Eric Dutaud) with paid admission to the museum. To receive reminders and weather-related updates\, RSVP here: https://bit.ly/Rochambeau2026. Those sensitive to loud noise are encouraged to use ear protection. \nAdmission to Connecticut’s Old State House is $8 per adult and $4 for children\, seniors\, college students\, and AAA members. Admission is free for active duty and retired members of the military. On-street parking in Hartford is free on Saturdays. Garage parking at State House Square Parking Garage\, located at 75 Market Street is a maximum of $10. Please present your parking ticket to the museum’s Visitor Services desk for validation.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/rochambeau-day-at-connecticuts-old-state-house/
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Demonstration,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,October 2026,Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut's Old State House":MAILTO:ctoldstatehouse@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T213000
DTSTAMP:20260921T170924Z
CREATED:20260921T170924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T170924Z
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SUMMARY:OUR TOWN by Thornton Wilder
DESCRIPTION:Thornton Wilder’s 1938 Pulitzer Prize-winning play\, Our Town\, is a timeless exploration of the human experience. Set in the fictionalized small town of Grover’s Corners\, New Hampshire\, between 1901 and 1913\, it follows the daily routines\, loves\, and tragedies of the Gibbs and Webb families. The play is famously performed with limited stage scenery and almost no props\, using pantomime to encourage audiences to focus on the universal themes rather than design. We’ve selected Our Town for this season to highlight the 250th celebration by focusing on small town America\, and specifically “Our Town” of New Canaan.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/our-town-by-thornton-wilder-7/
LOCATION:Powerhouse Performing Arts Center\, 679 South Avenue (in Waveny Park)\, New Canaan\, 06840
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,October 2026,Performances,Written & Spoken Word
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ORGANIZER;CN="Town Players of New Canaan":MAILTO:info@tpnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T160000
DTSTAMP:20260921T170603Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T170603Z
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SUMMARY:OUR TOWN by Thornton Wilder
DESCRIPTION:Thornton Wilder’s 1938 Pulitzer Prize-winning play\, Our Town\, is a timeless exploration of the human experience. Set in the fictionalized small town of Grover’s Corners\, New Hampshire\, between 1901 and 1913\, it follows the daily routines\, loves\, and tragedies of the Gibbs and Webb families. The play is famously performed with limited stage scenery and almost no props\, using pantomime to encourage audiences to focus on the universal themes rather than design. We’ve selected Our Town for this season to highlight the 250th celebration by focusing on small town America\, and specifically “Our Town” of New Canaan.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/our-town-by-thornton-wilder-6/
LOCATION:Powerhouse Performing Arts Center\, 679 South Avenue (in Waveny Park)\, New Canaan\, 06840
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Performances,September 2026,Written & Spoken Word
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ORGANIZER;CN="Town Players of New Canaan":MAILTO:info@tpnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T213000
DTSTAMP:20260921T170248Z
CREATED:20260921T170248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T170248Z
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SUMMARY:OUR TOWN by Thornton Wilder
DESCRIPTION:Thornton Wilder’s 1938 Pulitzer Prize-winning play\, Our Town\, is a timeless exploration of the human experience. Set in the fictionalized small town of Grover’s Corners\, New Hampshire\, between 1901 and 1913\, it follows the daily routines\, loves\, and tragedies of the Gibbs and Webb families. The play is famously performed with limited stage scenery and almost no props\, using pantomime to encourage audiences to focus on the universal themes rather than design. We’ve selected Our Town for this season to highlight the 250th celebration by focusing on small town America\, and specifically “Our Town” of New Canaan.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/our-town-by-thornton-wilder-5/
LOCATION:Powerhouse Performing Arts Center\, 679 South Avenue (in Waveny Park)\, New Canaan\, 06840
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Performances,September 2026,Written & Spoken Word
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ORGANIZER;CN="Town Players of New Canaan":MAILTO:info@tpnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T140000
DTSTAMP:20260921T165355Z
CREATED:20260921T165355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T165355Z
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SUMMARY:YOUR VOICE MATTERS: A Civics Project with Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas
DESCRIPTION:As voting day approaches\, AMP is repurposing old lawn signs\, priming them\, and inviting students and families to paint them with messages encouraging voter participation in advance of the midterm elections. We’re excited to teach the importance of democratic participation through creativity. The result: cool new works of art that get people to the polls. We provide the lawn signs—you provide the inspiration! \nFREE admission. Drop-ins are welcome\, but registering helps us plan ahead.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/your-voice-matters-a-civics-project-with-secretary-of-the-state-stephanie-thomas/
LOCATION:American Mural Project\, 90 Whiting Street\, Winsted\, CT\, 06098\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Family Activity,September 2026
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Mural Project":MAILTO:info@americanmuralproject.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T213000
DTSTAMP:20260921T170140Z
CREATED:20260921T170140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T170140Z
UID:59530-1790364600-1790371800@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:OUR TOWN by Thornton Wilder
DESCRIPTION:Thornton Wilder’s 1938 Pulitzer Prize-winning play\, Our Town\, is a timeless exploration of the human experience. Set in the fictionalized small town of Grover’s Corners\, New Hampshire\, between 1901 and 1913\, it follows the daily routines\, loves\, and tragedies of the Gibbs and Webb families. The play is famously performed with limited stage scenery and almost no props\, using pantomime to encourage audiences to focus on the universal themes rather than design. We’ve selected Our Town for this season to highlight the 250th celebration by focusing on small town America\, and specifically “Our Town” of New Canaan.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/our-town-by-thornton-wilder-4/
LOCATION:Powerhouse Performing Arts Center\, 679 South Avenue (in Waveny Park)\, New Canaan\, 06840
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Performances,September 2026,Written & Spoken Word
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ORGANIZER;CN="Town Players of New Canaan":MAILTO:info@tpnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T213000
DTSTAMP:20260921T170127Z
CREATED:20260921T170127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T170127Z
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SUMMARY:OUR TOWN by Thornton Wilder
DESCRIPTION:Thornton Wilder’s 1938 Pulitzer Prize-winning play\, Our Town\, is a timeless exploration of the human experience. Set in the fictionalized small town of Grover’s Corners\, New Hampshire\, between 1901 and 1913\, it follows the daily routines\, loves\, and tragedies of the Gibbs and Webb families. The play is famously performed with limited stage scenery and almost no props\, using pantomime to encourage audiences to focus on the universal themes rather than design. We’ve selected Our Town for this season to highlight the 250th celebration by focusing on small town America\, and specifically “Our Town” of New Canaan.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/our-town-by-thornton-wilder-3/
LOCATION:Powerhouse Performing Arts Center\, 679 South Avenue (in Waveny Park)\, New Canaan\, 06840
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Performances,September 2026,Written & Spoken Word
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ORGANIZER;CN="Town Players of New Canaan":MAILTO:info@tpnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T203000
DTSTAMP:20260915T193838Z
CREATED:20260915T193838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T193838Z
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SUMMARY:AVON on Tour’s Steal This Story\, Please!
DESCRIPTION:Experience a compelling evening of film and conversation with Steal This Story\, Please! on Wednesday\, September 23 at 6pm in the MoCACT galleries. \nThis feature documentary traces the career of Amy Goodman\, the acclaimed journalist behind Democracy Now!\, whose reporting spans major global conflicts and pivotal moments in U.S. history. Directed by Academy Award–nominated filmmaker Tia Lessin\, the film examines the role of independent journalism in shaping public discourse. \nSeeing this film at MoCACT will be a uniquely memorable experience because it resonates with the current exhibition Looking for History (on view through November 15). In recognition of the United States’ 250th anniversary in 2026\, this exhibition invites visitors into distinct yet interconnected conversations about our nation’s past\, present\, and potential future.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/avon-on-tours-steal-this-story-please/
LOCATION:MoCA CT\, 19 newtopwn turnpike\, Westport\, 06880
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,September 2026,Special Events,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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ORGANIZER;CN="MoCA CT":MAILTO:frontdesk@mocact.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T213000
DTSTAMP:20260921T165908Z
CREATED:20260921T165908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T165908Z
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SUMMARY:OUR TOWN by Thornton Wilder
DESCRIPTION:Thornton Wilder’s 1938 Pulitzer Prize-winning play\, Our Town\, is a timeless exploration of the human experience. Set in the fictionalized small town of Grover’s Corners\, New Hampshire\, between 1901 and 1913\, it follows the daily routines\, loves\, and tragedies of the Gibbs and Webb families. The play is famously performed with limited stage scenery and almost no props\, using pantomime to encourage audiences to focus on the universal themes rather than design. We’ve selected Our Town for this season to highlight the 250th celebration by focusing on small town America\, and specifically “Our Town” of New Canaan.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/our-town-by-thornton-wilder-2/
LOCATION:Powerhouse Performing Arts Center\, 679 South Avenue (in Waveny Park)\, New Canaan\, 06840
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Performances,September 2026
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ORGANIZER;CN="Town Players of New Canaan":MAILTO:info@tpnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T200000
DTSTAMP:20260601T164050Z
CREATED:20260601T164050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T164050Z
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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:20260909T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T190000
DTSTAMP:20260727T151911Z
CREATED:20260727T151911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T151911Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Reception of “Making his Mark in Connecticut: The Creative Process of F. Luis Mora”
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the opening reception of “Making his Mark in Connecticut: The Creative Process of F. Luis Mora.” To commemorate the U.S. Semiquincentennial\, the HMA presents this exhibition\, which explores the themes of the America 250 | CT Commission through the lens of an Uruguayan-born artist who settled in Gaylordsville\, CT. Featuring never-before-seen preparatory drawings alongside finished paintings\, this exhibition tells the origin story of the first Hispanic member of the National Academy of Design and his legacy in his adopted state. \nThis exhibition is curated by Dr. Cynthia Roznoy with key loans from the collection of Benjamin Ortiz and Victor P. Torchia\, Jr. and George Wall. The exhibition also includes loans from major museums including the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, the Yale University Art Gallery\, the Mattatuck Museum\, the Florence Griswold Museum\, the Georgia Museum of Art\, and the Rockwell Museum. \nFree and open to the public; light refreshments served. \nThis project is supported by funding through CT Humanities\, the Wyeth Foundation for American Art\, and America 250 | CT. Special thanks to lead donor\, Elizabeth Fray. \n  \nImage Credit: \nF. Luis Mora. Punta Delgado\, Azores\, Portugal\, ca. 1924. Watercolor on paper\, 10 x 14 in. Collection of Benjamin Ortiz and Victor P. Torchia\, Jr.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/opening-reception-of-making-his-mark-in-connecticut-the-creative-process-of-f-luis-mora/
LOCATION:Housatonic Museum of Art\, 900 Lafayette Blvd.\, Bridgeport\, 06604
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Arts,CTH Funded,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,September 2026
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ORGANIZER;CN="Housatonic Museum of Art":MAILTO:hello@housatonicmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T190000
DTSTAMP:20260826T093233Z
CREATED:20260727T152838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T093233Z
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SUMMARY:Gallery Talk with Rick Shaefer
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with Looking for History\, join exhibiting artist Rick Shaefer for a guided tour of Colossi on Thursday\, August 20\, at 6pm. \nDuring this one-hour walkthrough\, Shaefer will lead Museum visitors through the exhibition\, sharing insights into the inspiration\, historical references\, and creative methods that inform the works on view. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in a discussion about the artist’s concepts\, materials\, and techniques. \nShaefer’s exhibition at MoCACT includes selections from three ongoing bodies of work: the Colossi\, Refugee Trilogy\, and Liberty Dismantled series. These works collectively examine the transhistorical themes of migration\, displacement\, national identity\, and the tension between ideals of freedom and the realities of division. \nAlso on view are two short videos that offer a close read of two major drawings from the Colossi series\, The New Colossus and Siege. The videos\, created specifically for this exhibition\, offer visitors a deeper understanding of the historical precedents\, symbolism\, and formal techniques that shape the artist’s practice. Together\, these works invite reflection on the structures — both physical and metaphorical — that impact our world and our relationships with one another. Designed to meet the demands of modern gamers\, Pinco delivers an unmatched collection of online slots\, crash games\, and live casino tables. The intuitive interface ensures seamless performance on both iOS and Android browsers without any hassle. Players can take advantage of lucrative welcome packages\, instantaneous deposits\, and dedicated round-the-clock support. Backed by advanced encryption technology\, the platform guarantees a safe\, secure\, and highly entertaining atmosphere.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/gallery-talk-with-rick-shaefer/
LOCATION:MoCA CT\, 19 newtopwn turnpike\, Westport\, 06880
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Arts,August 2026,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,July 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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ORGANIZER;CN="MoCA CT":MAILTO:frontdesk@mocact.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T160000
DTSTAMP:20260803T150448Z
CREATED:20260803T150448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T150448Z
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SUMMARY:Mantua-Maker and Milliner: An Exploration of Women’s Trades in the 18th Century
DESCRIPTION:“Clothing is a tangible and relatable window into the past\, and a great way to connect us with history\,” says seamstress and historical researcher Emily Stringham\, a purveyor of authentic and exquisitely crafted period clothing to museums and living-history sites around the globe. Stringham will bring some of her finest work to the Pardee-Morris House during\, “Mantua-Maker and Milliner: An Exploration of Women’s Trades in the 18th Century\,” on Sunday\, August 16\, 2026\, 12-4 p.m. For weather updates check our Facebook/Instagram pages or visit newhavenmuseum.org.\n\nStringham\, who is also is the owner of the renowned shop\, “At the Sign of the Golden Scissors\,” will guide visitors on an exploration of 18th-century gown making and millinery\, two of the most common female-dominated trades of the period. She will discuss how women’s clothing\, specifically gowns and mantuas and their accessories\, were created and worn by women in the New England area during the American Revolution. Hand-stitched examples of gowns\, caps and other fashionable accessories from her shop will be available to view in person.\n\nNoting her life-long love of history and historical clothing\, Stringham adds that her mother taught her how to sew\, and as a teenager she began collecting vintage and antique clothing. “When I entered the world of living history\, I really became interested in learning how to make items using historical techniques. I continue to enjoy studying and collecting antique and vintage textiles to learn from and to use as inspiration for my work.” She adds\, ”The wonderful thing about studying historical clothing is that there is always something new to learn.”
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/mantua-maker-and-milliner-an-exploration-of-womens-trades-in-the-18th-century/
LOCATION:The Pardee-Morris House\, 325 Lighthouse Rd.\, New Haven\, 06512
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,August 2026,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,Special Events,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T190000
DTSTAMP:20260727T152727Z
CREATED:20260727T152727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T152727Z
UID:58862-1786471200-1786474800@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Living History Program: Civil War Union Infantry
DESCRIPTION:The 8th Regiment CT Volunteers\, Company A\, Inc. will portray a Union infantry company during The American Civil War. This Living History Program will include four simultaneous stations: History\, Drill\, Weapons Demo (no firing)\, and Haversack Drill. Rain will bring the program inside the library. Made possible through the Gail Straun Memorial Donation.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/living-history-program-civil-war-union-infantry/
LOCATION:Manross Memorial\, 260 Central Street\, Forestville\, 06010
CATEGORIES:Activity,America 250 CT,August 2026,Family Activity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Manross Memorial Library":MAILTO:elizabethlivingston@bristolct.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T143000
DTSTAMP:20260727T151949Z
CREATED:20260727T151949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T151949Z
UID:59063-1785852000-1785853800@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Tavern Talks
DESCRIPTION:The dozens of tavern signs in our Auditorium once hung over busy public spaces where Connecticans ate\, drank\, slept\, argued\, celebrated\, gambled\, danced\, and courted. \nOn Tuesday afternoons this summer\, drop in for a gallery talk about tavern life in early Connecticut. You’ll learn how to decode the symbolism on some of our most inscrutable signs\, and about why so few of these once-ubiquitous items have survived until today. \nThis gallery talk is included in regular museum admission. There’s no need to pre-register!
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/tavern-talks/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth Street\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,August 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Museum of Culture and History":MAILTO:kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T160000
DTSTAMP:20260527T205734Z
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
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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:20260730T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T190000
DTSTAMP:20260727T152641Z
CREATED:20260727T152641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T152641Z
UID:58857-1785434400-1785438000@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:From Colonies to Independence: Songs of America’s Transition
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a musical program with Rick Spencer and Dawn Indermuehle. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence\, this presentation includes music and background information about life in the thirteen colonies\, events that led up to the War for Independence\, the War itself\, and our early years as a Republic. This event is a registered America’s 250th Program.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/from-colonies-to-independence-songs-of-americas-transition/
LOCATION:Manross Memorial\, 260 Central Street\, Forestville\, 06010
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,June 2026,Performances
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ORGANIZER;CN="Manross Memorial Library":MAILTO:elizabethlivingston@bristolct.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T160000
DTSTAMP:20260527T205711Z
CREATED:20260527T205711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T205711Z
UID:58531-1785070800-1785081600@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-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:20260705T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T160000
DTSTAMP:20260629T185151Z
CREATED:20260629T185151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T185151Z
UID:58805-1783252800-1783267200@cthumanities.org
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:20260704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T120000
DTSTAMP:20260618T133128Z
CREATED:20260618T133128Z
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:20260703T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T123000
DTSTAMP:20260527T205644Z
CREATED:20260527T205644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T205644Z
UID:58635-1783076400-1783081800@cthumanities.org
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:20260701T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T200000
DTSTAMP:20260629T185103Z
CREATED:20260629T185103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T185103Z
UID:58811-1782928800-1782936000@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:State Historian Andy Horowitz: Why Connecticut 250 Matters  at New Haven Museum
DESCRIPTION:“The past created the present\, so if we want to know why things are the way they are\, we need to understand history\,” says State Historian Andy Horowitz. In a freewheeling lecture\, “Why Connecticut 250 Matters\,” Horowitz will explore how the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States offers a prism for making sense of the present and the future. The special NH250 event will be at the New Haven Museum on Wednesday\, July 1\, 2026\, at 6 p.m. Reception at 5:30 p.m. Free with regular museum admission\, register here. \nHorowitz will begin with an account of how the American Revolution mattered to people – European\, African\, and American; men and women; rich and poor; free and enslaved – in Connecticut 250 years ago. “I prepared this talk with two kinds of people in mind\,” Horowitz says. “The first are people who already care about Connecticut history; the second are people who think Connecticut’s history is boring. For both groups\, I’m bringing stories they won’t have heard before\, at least not this way.” He adds that the “shockingly interesting combination of people who comprised Connecticut in the 1770s can give us a necessary perspective on our contemporary period of pluralism and discord.” \n“As state historian\, my goal is always to convince people that Connecticut’s history is worthy of attention – but that’s especially so now\, when the study of history is so politically fraught and scrutinized from every quarter\, and when national issues threaten to overwrite local ones\, “ Horowitz says. “We need to rebuild our national narrative\, but that story has to start at home\, with true stories that expand our sense of who we are and what our local communities are capable of.” \nHorowitz’s lecture will be a fitting companion piece to the NHM’s new exhibition\, “New Haven’s Unfinished Revolutions\,” which offers an immersive environment exploring key moments when freedoms were expanded or restricted in New Haven. The exhibition includes original objects\, enlarged photographs\, and an exciting interactive that connects visitors to New Haven’s role in national movements that transformed ideas about human rights and liberty. Visitors are welcome to arrive early\, review the exhibition\, and stay for the reception and lecture.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/state-historian-andy-horowitz-why-connecticut-250-matters-at-new-haven-museum/
LOCATION:New Haven Museum\, 114 Whitney Ave\, New Haven\, CT\, 06510\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,July 2026,Special Events,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T153000
DTSTAMP:20260618T133003Z
CREATED:20260618T133003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T133003Z
UID:58773-1782655200-1782660600@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Songs of Sedition and Rebellion at the Pardee-Morris House
DESCRIPTION:From the time of the Stamp Act in 1765 through the British surrender at Yorktown in 1781\, Connecticut’s seditious colonists used songs and hymns to foment rebellion\, commemorate victory\, and give thanks for preservation. Historical musician Richard Franklin Donohue will bring his spinet harpsichord to the Pardee-Morris House for a positively revolutionary performance\, “What A Glorious Crash They Made\,” on Sunday\, June 28\, 2026\, at 2 p.m. Register for the special NH250 event here. For weather updates check our Facebook/Instagram pages or visit newhavenmuseum.org. \n“What A Glorious Crash They Made” features a collection of songs and hymns published in Connecticut during the American Revolution. Donohue will sing\, sharing his original research and exploring the fiery repertoire that in the words of John Adams\, “cultivated the sensations of freedom.” \nDonohue searched historical newspaper databases to find original publications of songs that existed in Connecticut between 1768 and 1783. With newly composed lyrics for popular tunes\, the songs demonstrate the anger\, determination\, and gratitude of Connecticut’s patriot population. The program will span the Revolutionary War years with selections like John Dickinson’s “Liberty Song\,” William Billings’ “Chester\,” Andrew Law’s “Middletown\,” and popular British tunes with newer texts reflecting the cause of freedom. \nDonohue develops programs that explore the space around what he calls “the swinging door that exists between history and music.” He believes that music from any period needs to be presented with careful consideration of historical context\, instrumentation\, performance practice\, and linguistic detail. With pronunciation based on evidence left by Benjamin Franklin and Noah Webster\, and accompaniment on a spinet harpsichord\, Richard strives to create as authentic a sound as possible. \nNew Haven Museum thanks community partner WSHU 91.1 FM for supporting the 2026 summer season.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/songs-of-sedition-and-rebellion-at-the-pardee-morris-house/
LOCATION:The Pardee-Morris House\, 325 Lighthouse Rd.\, New Haven\, 06512
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,June 2026,Performances,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T160000
DTSTAMP:20260601T163939Z
CREATED:20260601T163939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T163939Z
UID:58553-1782558000-1782576000@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:250th Parade Celebration and Ice Cream Social
DESCRIPTION:The East Windsor Historical Society is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with a parade and ice cream social! The community is gathering together to acknowledge East Windsor’s contribution to the revolution. A parade will start at 11 AM and make its way into the museum grounds located at 113-115 Scantic Road. Then we’ll have our annual ice cream social with FREE ice cream! Other vendors will be on site and all of the museums will be open. Music\, activities\, and more!
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/250th-parade-celebration-and-ice-cream-social/
CATEGORIES:Activity,America 250 CT,Family Activity,June 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T192325Z
CREATED:20260528T192325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T192325Z
UID:58642-1782410400-1782417600@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Looking for History: Colossi + The Disappointed Tourist 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-colossi-the-disappointed-tourist-opening-reception/
LOCATION:MoCA CT\, 19 newtopwn turnpike\, Westport\, 06880
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,June 2026,Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="MoCA CT":MAILTO:frontdesk@mocact.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T193000
DTSTAMP:20260527T205246Z
CREATED:20260527T205246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T205246Z
UID:58627-1782408600-1782415800@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:The Roots of Democracy in Hartford: Annual Meeting & Lecture
DESCRIPTION:The Ancient Burying Ground Association presents a lecture on democracy’s roots in Hartford. Erin Monroe\, the Krieble Curator of American Paintings and Sculpture\, will speak about The Wadsworth’s latest exhibition\, Framing American Democracy: Radical Roots. She will discuss the connections between the Ancient Burying Ground and the exhibit. The museum’s founder\, Daniel Wadsworth\, was the heir of Col. Jeremiah Wadsworth\, a statesman\, business leader\, and veteran of the American Revolution. Daniel placed a monument to his father and family in the Ancient Burying Ground. The burial ground also hosts tablestones in honor of Hartford’s colonial founders\, including Rev. Thomas Hooker. Discover how Hooker and others laid the foundation for democracy in America. The lecture will be preceded by the Annual Meeting. \nErin Monroe is the Krieble Curator of American Paintings and Sculpture at the Wadsworth. She has been in the American art department in various capacities since 2007. Monroe is responsible for an extensive collection that encompasses colonial portraiture\, Hudson River School landscapes\, neoclassical sculpture\, American modernism\, and works on paper. She has contributed to major traveling exhibitions and catalogues. \nIf you require special accommodations to take part in this program\, please call the library at (860) 874-2432 at least two weeks in advance. \nProgram Schedule:\n5:30pm: Hartford History Center Tour \nStep upstairs to the newly reopened Hartford History Center for a brief wander through photographs\, textiles\, and rare documents drawn from the Library’s rich historical collections. In this short tour you’ll glimpse Hartford’s people\, creativity\, and civic life across centuries\, only a taste of what these collections hold. Knowledgeable Hartford History Center staff will be on hand to answer questions. \n6:00pm: Ancient Burying Ground Association Annual Meeting \n6:30pm: “The Roots of Democracy in Hartford” Lecture
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/the-roots-of-democracy-in-hartford-annual-meeting-lecture/
LOCATION:Hartford Public Library\, 500 Main Street\, Hartford\, CT\, 06103\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,June 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ancient Burying Ground Association":MAILTO:marydonohue@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T193000
DTSTAMP:20260609T130359Z
CREATED:20260609T130359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T130359Z
UID:58726-1782237600-1782243000@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:The Making of 'The Culper Ring' with Author Kirk Manley
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate the special display of The Culper Ring: The Spies of George Washington at the Fairfield Public Library\, join artist Kirk Manley to discover his process of creating artwork for the exhibit and the accompanying original graphic novel. Follow his journey from researching the American Revolution to creating pages from concept roughs to inking and coloring to typography. Copies of the book will be available for sale. \nPlease register.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/the-making-of-the-culper-ring-with-author-kirk-manley/
LOCATION:Fairfield Public Library\, 1080 OLD POST RD\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Arts,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,June 2026,Ongoing Exhibits,Special Events
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