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SUMMARY:Exploring American Classics with Harper Collins (virtual event)
DESCRIPTION:On May 5\, HarperCollins released their American Classics series: Books That Define a Nation\, to commemorate the nation’s 250th anniversary. Included in the 35 titles are traditional works such as Moby Dick and The Scarlett Letter. In addition\, what many voracious readers would consider modern-day classics are included\, such as The Poisonwood Bible\, The Hate U Give\, and Tales of the City.  Please join us for this virtual discussion with representatives from HarperCollins Publishers and share your love of American literature through the ages. \nPlease register to receive a Zoom link.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/exploring-american-classics-with-harper-collins-virtual-event/
LOCATION:Fairfield Public Library\, 1080 OLD POST RD\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Discussion,May 2026,Special Events,Virtual Event,Written & Spoken Word
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T160000
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SUMMARY:Colonial Encampment with the 5th CT Regiment at the Weston History & Culture Center
DESCRIPTION:Become a time traveler and experience life at a Revolutionary War encampment with the 5th CT Regiment on Saturday\, May 16\, 2026. Drop in anytime between 10am – 4pm at the Weston History & Culture Center\, 104 Weston Rd. in Weston\, CT to experience history! Rain or Shine. Parking on site and on the street. \nEnjoy a day of FREE family fun. From soldier drills to a kid’s musket march! Blacksmithing\, weaving\, cooking demonstrations and much more. Buy lunch and treats from JR’s Food Truck and Skip’s Ice Cream truck from 11am – 3pm.  \nScheduled events throughout the day include: \n\nKid’s Musket Drill and March at 11am and 3pm\nSoldiers Drill with Musket Firing at 11:30am and 2:30pm\nRevolutionary War Fashion Show at 1pm\nHistoric Weaving from 2pm – 4pm\n\nAll Day Demonstrations and Activities include: \n\nRevolutionary War Encampment\nBlacksmithing \nWool Spinning \nOutdoor Cooking \nWoodworking \nFood Preservation \nSoldier’s Life Tent\nRevolutionary War Artifact Table\nRevolutionary War Surgeon\nRevolutionary War Marine\nAxe and Tool Exhibit with the American Axe Preservation Society\nWeston at Work Interactive Exhibit\nColey House Guided Tours\nSarah Treadwell: Connecticut Mom & American Patriot Exhibit\n\nThis event is part of Weston’s America 250 celebration with funding from the Weston History & Culture Center and the Weston America 250 Advisory Group Sponsors: The Adolph & Ruth Schnurmacher Family Foundation\, The Plotkin\, Kretz and Weisenfeld Families\, Camelot Real Estate\, Berchem Moses PC\, William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty Westport Brokerage\, Eversource Energy\, Wealthspire\, Fairfield County Bank and Aquarion Water Company.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/colonial-encampment-with-the-5th-ct-regiment-at-the-weston-history-culture-center/
LOCATION:Weston History & Culture Center ( Weston Historical Society)\, 104 Weston Rd\, Weston\, 06883
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,May 2026,Special Events
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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:20260517T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T153000
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SUMMARY:A Tale of Two Coats: Colonel John Durkee and Connecticut's Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Stanley-Whitman House on Sunday\, May 17\, at 2:00 PM for A Tale of Two Coats\, a living-history presentation featuring historian and author Dayne Rugh as Colonel John Durkee: soldier\, Son of Liberty\, and one of Connecticut’s most forgotten Revolutionary heroes. \nRugh will open in character\, presenting in the first person as Colonel Durkee in period regimental clothing for thirty minutes\, bringing the Revolutionary era to life inside a c. 1720 National Historic Landmark. He will then step out of character for an illustrated presentation drawing on his biography\, John Durkee: The Forgotten Story of Connecticut’s Bold Man from Bean Hill\, the first definitive account of a Norwich-born colonel who served under General Washington\, fought in both the French and Indian War and the American Revolution\, and helped shape the course of a nation. \nCopies of the book will be available for purchase and signing at $20.00. \nRegistration is free. A suggested donation of $10 per person helps sustain America 250 programming at the Stanley-Whitman House. No one will be turned away. Space is limited. Reserve your place today.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/a-tale-of-two-coats-colonel-john-durkee-and-connecticuts-revolution/
LOCATION:Stanley-Whitman House\, 37 High Street\, Farmington\, 06032
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Conferences, Workshops & Seminars,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,May 2026,Performances,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stanley-Whitman House":MAILTO:averzosa@stanleywhitman.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T170000
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SUMMARY:Liberty and Legacy with Abigail Adams
DESCRIPTION:Step into the revolutionary world of Abigail Adams in this engaging multimedia performance by historical interpreter Sheryl Faye. Through Adams’ own letters and words\, audiences experience the courage\, wit\, and political insight of one of the most influential voices of the American Revolution. Blending live theater\, music\, and immersive visuals\, Liberty and Legacy brings this remarkable founding figure\, and her message about liberty\, equality\, and civic responsibility\, vividly to life. \nThis free program is presented by Otis Library in partnership with the America’s 250th Norwich CT Committee and sponsored through the Project PEACE Impact Fund by Global City Norwich and NCDC. Registration is required.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/liberty-and-legacy-with-abigail-adams/
LOCATION:Otis Library\, 261 Main Street\, Norwich\, 06360
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,May 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Otis Library":MAILTO:kwall@otislibrarynorwich.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T113000
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SUMMARY:Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum to Commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with New Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence\, The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum will open a new exhibition titled\, Revolutionary Roots: Generations of Change\, on June 11\, 2026\, 2-4 p.m. followed by a reception from 5:30–7:30 p.m.  Revolutionary Roots is curated by Museum Consultant Stacey Danielson with the assistance of LMMM Volunteer and Curatorial Researcher Midge Lopat and will run through October 3\, 2026. \n“The exhibition will examine the American Revolution through the 18th-century history of the Lockwood and Mathews families as new research reveals untold stories of their Patriot ancestors who fought for America’s independence\,” said Ms. Danielson. \nFeatured figures will include Norwalk’s Captain Eliphalet Lockwood\, whose home was destroyed by the British while he served in the Connecticut Militia; and Lieutenant Colonel Sampson Mathews\, who served in the Virigina Militia and was a vital member of the Committee of Safety. Through period costumes\, artifacts\, and didactic panels\, this exhibit will illustrate their poignant experiences during the Revolutionary War. \nLMMM’s 2026 programs are made possible in part by LMMM’s 2026 Season Distinguished Benefactors: The City of Norwalk\, The Maurice Goodman Foundation\, Inc.\, and Lockwood-Mathews Foundation\, Inc.; LMMM’s Leadership Patrons: Dr. Michele and Attorney Miklos Koleszar; and The Sealark Foundation. For more information on tours and programs\, please visit www.lockwoodmathewsmansion.com\, email info@lockwoodmathewsmansion.com\, or call 203-838-9799.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/lockwood-mathews-mansion-museum-to-commemorate-the-250th-anniversary-of-the-declaration-of-independence-with-new-exhibit/
LOCATION:Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum\, 295 West Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06850\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,June 2026
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Gilgore":MAILTO:info@lockwoodmathewsmansion.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260616
DTSTAMP:20260506T040803
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SUMMARY:CT Sea Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Essex\, CT – The 5th Annual CT Sea Music Festival will sail into historic downtown Essex on June 12-15\, 2026. \nThis family-friendly weekend includes a Symposium on the Music of the Sea\, free day-time workshops and concerts featuring local and regional maritime performers\, a family stage\, CT River sails\, demonstrations of sailor skills and Irish currach rowing\, a Revolutionary War reenactment and fife and drum parade\, honoring America’s Semi-Quincentennial celebration\, a hymn sing\, and late night pub sings. Evening concerts at the CT River Museum are ticketed events. Ticket sales begin April 11. \nFor more information\, visit the Festival website at https://ctseamusicfest.org\, Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/CTSeaMusicFest\, Instagram @ct_sea_music_festival\, or contact@ctseamusicfest.org. \nThe CT Sea Music Festival is a project of the Maritime Music & Tradition Society Corp.\, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. It receives sponsorships from The Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA)\, The Folk Music Society of New York\, Inc.\, The Paul Foundation\, and support from The Griswold Inn and The Essex Corinthian Yacht Club.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/ct-sea-music-festival/
LOCATION:Essex\, CT\, P.O. Box 611\, Essex\, CT\, 06426
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Conferences, Workshops & Seminars,Demonstration,Family Activity,June 2026,Performances,Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maritime Music &amp%3B Tradition Society":MAILTO:sdmurtha@sbcglobal.net
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