This December, time-travel back to the 1950s and 1960s at the Isham-Terry House as colored trees, tons of tinsel, and starbursts galore transform the 1854 Italianate home into a mid-century wonderland. On Sunday, December 14 at 1:45 pm, experience “Music from A Charlie Brown Christmas.”  The Andrew Wilcox Trio is sure to have you rockin’ around the Isham-Terry parlor as they perform holiday classics including Vince Guaraldi’s “Linus and Lucy” and “Christmastime is Here.” Holiday-themed tours of the festively-decorated home occupied by Julia and Charlotte Isham until the 1970s will also be available as an add-on at 1 pm and 3 pm. 

CTL Members have exclusive access to purchase tickets to the performance starting on Thursday, September 11. You must sign in to our ticketing site to access the presale. Remaining tickets will go on sale to the general public at 10:00 am on Wednesday, October 8. Not yet a member? Join today to unlock all the benefits of membership!

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Tickets are also on sale now for special holiday tours of the house on Saturday, December 13, from 1 pm–4 pm. These events are sure to spread the holiday cheer!

Caroline Ferriday (above) was known to relax with her favorite cocktail — the martini — at home in Bethlehem. The Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden has joined forces with Litchfield Distillery for a fascinating look at the martini and American cocktail culture against the backdrop of the Ferriday family’s beautiful summer home. Learn about this classic cocktail and its many variations while enjoying a tasting at this exclusive event at 4 pm on Thursday, September 18th.

Limited tickets remain and advanced reservations are strongly recommended.

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The Nathan Hale Homestead will be open for tours at 12 noon, 1 pm, 2 pm and 3 pm on Friday, July 4th. Mark the anniversary of America’s independence at the family home of one of its first spies, Nathan Hale. Learn about the history of the site, consider the many ways the Hale family stood up for what they believed in and consider: What makes a hero?

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Other Connecticut Landmarks’ properties will be closed Friday July 4th but resume their regular operations on Saturday, July 5th.

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.

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