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Connecticut Landmarks is a state-wide network of historic house museums sharing 400 years of New England history. Our museums are starting points for deeper exploration and greater appreciation of the Connecticut experience. Our real-life stories, as told through our houses, collections, and programs, make history matter.
What’s New?
Members’ Presale for Things That Go Bump in the Night
Our perennially popular Halloween program at the Nathan Hale Homestead returns on select evenings this September and October! CTL Members will have the first chance to purchase tickets for this annual spooktacular between July 15 and 31. Remaining tickets will be available for the general public on August 1. This creeptastic event sells out every year, so we recommend securing your spot with fiendish speed!
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Change in Musician Lineup for July Sunset Sounds Concert
Due to scheduling conflicts, the Sunset Sounds Concert on Thursday, July 12 at 6 pm will now feature a performance by Nigel Bello and Friends. The original performance by Kellin Hanas Quintet will be rescheduled for 2026. Stay tuned to our website, social media and program guide for event updates!
Nigel Bello is an 18-year-old trombonist from Hartford, CT. His father, Nelson, introduced him to the trombone at the age of 6 and he has been playing for the past 13 years. Nigel has studied with Steve Davis, Dr. Emmett Goods, and Hommy Ramos. He has shared the stage with musicians such as Zaccai and Luques Curtis, Nat Reeves, Gary Bartz, and Steve Davis. In 2023, he traveled to France with the New Jersey Youth Symphony’s Jazz Orchestra as their second-chair trombone. Nigel has also played in many professional settings, such as opening the Paul Brown Monday Night Jazz Series and the Greater Hartford Jazz Festival, as well as accompanying musicians such as Michael Stuart, Frankie Ruiz Jr., Johnny Rivera, Nino Segarra, and many others. He now attends Berklee College of Music on a full scholarship, continuing his musical journey.
Nigel Bello and Friends includes: Nigel Bello-trombone, Felipe Fournier-vibes, Luis Quintero-percussion, Zaccai Curtis-piano, Nathan Edwards-tenor sax, Nelson Bello-percussion, Luques Curtis bass.
Admission to the concert is free. The Amos Bull and Butler-McCook Houses will also celebrate featured artist exhibitions of Luis Cotto and Emma Chadwick.
Celebrate Pride Month with Connecticut Landmarks
Commemorating the Stonewall Uprisings in June 1969, Pride Month is an opportunity to celebrate LGBTQ+ identities and communities, more deeply understand LGBTQ+ histories, and laud progress towards freedom and acceptance. Connecticut Landmarks takes seriously its responsibility to share the stories of Frederic Palmer and Howard Metzger and the life they built together at the Palmer-Warner House. We are grateful for the opportunity to be in community with our LGBTQ+ friends and allies and look forward to celebrating and learning with you throughout Pride Month and all year long.
Join us in East Haddam each Saturday in June from 1 pm-4 pm for the Palmer-Warner House’s Pride of Place tour, which will explore the lives of previous residents Frederic Palmer and Howard Metzger and the broader themes of identity, resilience, and legacy that define the LGBTQ+ experience. Purchase tickets here »
Beginning June 7, “Letters of Unity: Building LGBTQ+ Community Through the Written Word” will celebrate the power of written communication in shaping LGBTQ+ identity, activism, and community. This display will be on view in the barn during open hours, and admission is included with house tours.
On Saturday, June 14 at 1 pm, join us for the installation of the Progress Flag Field. This installation serves as a place for reflection, with each flag representing the diverse identities within the community. It honors those who fought for equality and celebrates unity, resilience, and the importance of safe spaces. Whether you’re celebrating someone’s journey, honoring a life lost, or standing in solidarity with those still seeking acceptance, your sponsorship helps build a visible, vibrant symbol of support. Please consider dedicating a flag with a name, a memory, or a message — every story matters. Sponsor a flag here ».
We are also proud to honor the LGBTQ+ community by welcoming visitors to explore a special exhibit on display in the barn, TRANSPARENT: Creating Advocacy Through Art by Samuel Avery Giardina. This powerful exhibit explores personal identity, transformation, and the profound impact of the LGBTQ+ community throughout history.
Preservation Updates
New Shutters at Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden
The flowers in Bellamy-Ferriday’s historic garden are ready to bloom, staff are gearing up for the season, and new shutters have given the house a fresh look! A special thanks to Fink & Son Historic Restoration for their work installing the beautiful shutters expertly replicated by Fresh Start Pallet Products. This Hartford-based nonprofit employs and trains individuals recovering from addiction and life challenges, as well as recent refugees beginning their new life here in the United States. Their team creates high-quality products, primarily from reclaimed-salvaged wood, and, in partnership with community organizations, provides education and training through the Richard P. Garmany Fresh Start Academy.
Come and visit the Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden for its opening weekend on Saturday, May 3rd!
Request for Proposals: Invitation to Bid – Structural Repairs
Connecticut Landmarks is accepting sealed proposals for construction services for structural repairs to the Joshua Hempsted House. Project is located at 11 Hempstead St, New London, CT. Those interested in providing these services, as set forth in the Invitation to Bid’s specifications, are invited to submit their proposals in triplicate to Joseph Calabrese, Project Manager, at the Crosskey Architects, LLC office, 750 Main Street, Suite 150, Hartford, CT 06103, until 2:00 pm on May 5, 2025.
Bids will be received for furnishing all labor, materials, tools and equipment necessary for the project scope of work consisting of structural repairs to the Hempsted House and associated site work. The Contract will include selective demolition, structural work, interior construction, and all other work necessary for or incidental to the completion of the project. For details on the project and instructions, please see the full RFP document here.