Connecticut Landmarks

Seasons of Change Art Exhibit: Laurie Tavino and Ray Pioggia
2026-05-01 - 2026-11-01 | Phelps-Hatheway House, 55 S Main St, Suffield, CT, 06078, United States
Stop into Phelps-Hatheway’s Visitor Center for the Seasons of Change art exhibition by Laurie Tavino and Ray Pioggia. In this exhibit, photographic and hand-rendered images in color and monochrome depict scenes and themes from locations throughout Suffield – a number of which are views that no longer exist.
We invite you to join us for the exhibit’s opening reception on Friday, May 1, from 5 pm–7 pm in the Visitor’s Center. Laurie and Ray will be on site to answer questions as you gather with friends and neighbors to take in the beauty of this special offering.
The exhibit will be open during the property’s regular open hours this season through November 1. If you would like to book a tour to accompany your visit, please see the calendar.

If you have any questions, please contact phelps.hatheway@ctlandmarks.org.
Top image: “Gladiola Farm” by Laurie Tavino
Bottom image: “Winter Trees” by Ray Pioggia

Historic Hartford Walking Tour: Charter Oak & Coltsville
2026-09-26 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Butler-McCook House & Garden, 396 Main Street, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Join us to explore the architectural treasures of Coltsville and the Charter Oak neighborhoods. Discuss the impacts of industry and immigration on these neighborhoods in Hartford, including sites like the Colt Factory and its worker houses, the Church of the Good Shepherd and Parish House, the Capewell Nail Factory, and the Polish National Home.
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Advance registration is required. This program is part of our Historic Hartford Walking Tours series, where we forge new paths through Hartford’s history! Register for additional walks here.
Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather, as this program will take place outdoors. In case of cancellation due to severe weather, registrants will be notified at the email address on file.
If you have any questions, contact Assistant Site Administrator Jana Colacino at jana.colacino@ctlandmarks.org.
CTL Members, sign in to our ticketing system to access your benefits.

Fête de "Lilac Girls" | 10th Anniversary Celebration!
2026-09-26 12:00 - 16:00 | Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden, 9 Main St N, Bethlehem, CT, 06751, United States
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Martha Hall Kelly’s best-selling book Lilac Girls at the museum that first inspired her!
Put together your perfect day by selecting from the menu of tickets below! If you would only like to explore the grounds and access a book signing, purchase a Grounds Ticket. Access to the grounds and a book signing are included with House Tour Tickets and Tea Tickets.
12 noon–4 pm • A Vintage Parisian Festival • $20 / Adult, $15 / CTL Member
The grounds will be open for exploration throughout the afternoon, with representatives from Connecticut Landmarks and other local businesses and organizations sharing information, offering themed photo ops, and facilitating activities. Through the break in the hemlock hedge, visitors may enter the garden designed by Lilac Girls heroine Caroline Ferriday and her mother Eliza. Staff will be on hand to answer questions about the garden’s care.
12:15 pm–1:00 pm • Tour “The Hay” with Martha Hall Kelly• $35 / Adult, $25 / CTL Member
Site administrator Peg Shimer and author Martha Hall Kelly take guests on a special house tour to point out some of Caroline’s favorite places in the summer home her family called “The Hay.” Martha Hall Kelly will reminisce about the first time she visited the property in 2000, and the many memories she’s made there since.
1:00–1:30 pm • Book Signings in Caroline’s Playhouse • Included with All Ticket Types
Nestled in a quiet corner of the property is a charming playhouse, a childhood retreat of Caroline Ferriday’s. Inside, Martha Hall Kelly will be signing your copies of Lilac Girls, Lost Roses, Sunflower Sisters, and more. Books will be available for purchase. House Tour ticket holders will receive priority access.
2:00 pm–3:00 pm • Tea in the Bellamy-Ferriday Kitchen• $75 / Adult, $70 / CTL Member
Tea and conversation will both be flowing in the kitchen where Caroline Ferriday gathered with the ladies of Ravensbrück in 1958. The Penny Farthing Tea Room and Bakery will provide light refreshments to share with friends old and new – including Martha Hall Kelly. As the afternoon draws to a close, raise a glass in celebration of 10 years of Lilac Girls.
1:00–1:30 pm • Book Signings in Caroline’s Playhouse • Included with All Ticket Types
Those who have not yet had their books signed may visit Caroline’s Playhouse before bidding the Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden adieu! Tea ticket holders will receive priority access.

Tickets will be available exclusively to CTL Members beginning at 10 am on Bastille Day — Tuesday, July 14. Remaining tickets will be available to the general public at 10 am on Tuesday, July 28.
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Once signed in, enter your desired number of each ticket type in the standard ticket fields.
Click the “Register” button and add your information. The prices on this page will remain the same, and the member’s discount will automatically be applied at checkout on the last page.
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Tickets for this event are very limited, and we anticipate that they will sell out. If you’d like to be added to our e-newsletter mailing list to receive alerts when tickets go on sale, sign up here!

Proceeds support the continuing preservation of the Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden, the longtime summer home of Caroline Ferriday and her family before her.
Please dress for the weather, as portions of this program take place outdoors. In case of modifications due to severe weather, registrants will be notified at the email address on file.
Full event details available here.
If you have any questions, please contact bellamy.ferriday@ctlandmarks.org or call (203) 266-7596.

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