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  • Coventry Farmers Market

    Coventry Farmers Market
    Nathan Hale Homestead 2299 South St, Coventry, CT, United States

    The Coventry Farmers’ Market on the grounds of the Nathan Hale Homestead is an experience not to be missed. This market carries the tradition of being the largest farmers’ market in the state, featuring some of the best of Connecticut-grown, Connecticut-made products in one of the most unspoiled countryside settings in the state. Each week, the staff of the Homestead will lead a family-friendly activity to connect the history of the site with the theme of the market. Admission to the Nathan Hale Homestead is by regular admission and is not included in the Farmers’ Market program.

    Free

  • Story Hour in the Garden

    Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden 9 Main St N, Bethlehem, CT, United States

    This family-friendly event invites history enthusiasts across generations to bring a blanket and your “listening ears” to the Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden to enjoy a story hour in our historic garden. Join us each week as we read children’s stories related to different eras throughout history. Grounds fees are waived for those joining story time.

    Free

  • Summer Kitchen Talk Series | Quinnetukut: Our Homeland, Our History

    Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden 9 Main St N, Bethlehem, CT, United States

    The kitchen where Caroline Ferriday gathered with the ladies of Ravensbrück in 1958 continues to welcome rich conversations today. Join Connecticut Landmarks’ staff and guest speakers to consider the history of the property from new perspectives. Quinnetukut: Our Homeland, Our History, with a guest speaker from the Institute for American Indian Studies in Washington, CT

    $15 – $20

  • [SOLD OUT] Workshop: Weave Your Own Whisk Broom & Kitchen Cleaning Set

    Nathan Hale Homestead 2299 South St, Coventry, CT, United States

    Step back in time to learn a craft from the 18th century, with some modern tools to make the process a bit easier! Make your own 18th-century inspired kitchen cleaning set including a whisk broom and your choice of one to two other kitchen tools, including a cake tester, pot scrubber, or mushroom brush. All materials included.

    $55 – $60

  • Coventry Farmers Market

    Coventry Farmers Market
    Nathan Hale Homestead 2299 South St, Coventry, CT, United States

    The Coventry Farmers’ Market on the grounds of the Nathan Hale Homestead is an experience not to be missed. This market carries the tradition of being the largest farmers’ market in the state, featuring some of the best of Connecticut-grown, Connecticut-made products in one of the most unspoiled countryside settings in the state. Each week, the staff of the Homestead will lead a family-friendly activity to connect the history of the site with the theme of the market. Admission to the Nathan Hale Homestead is by regular admission and is not included in the Farmers’ Market program.

    Free

  • 250 Years of Celebrations | Toasting Independence: Drinking History

    Nathan Hale Homestead 2299 South St, Coventry, CT, United States

    Sample festive beverages that the founders would recognize — from rum punch to syllabub — as we learn about beverages of the Colonial Era. As the United States marks 250 years since its founding, the Nathan Hale Homestead is asking, how can we party like it’s 1776? Our 18th-Century Celebrations series brings history to life with three immersive events.

    $25 – $30

  • Summer Kitchen Talk Series | Reverend Bellamy and the Stockbridge Boys

    Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden 9 Main St N, Bethlehem, CT, United States

    The kitchen where Caroline Ferriday gathered with the ladies of Ravensbrück in 1958 continues to welcome rich conversations today. Join Connecticut Landmarks’ staff and guest speakers to consider the history of the property from new perspectives. On August 8th, learn about Reverend Bellamy and the Stockbridge Boys.

    $15 – $20

  • Coventry Farmers Market

    Coventry Farmers Market
    Nathan Hale Homestead 2299 South St, Coventry, CT, United States

    The Coventry Farmers’ Market on the grounds of the Nathan Hale Homestead is an experience not to be missed. This market carries the tradition of being the largest farmers’ market in the state, featuring some of the best of Connecticut-grown, Connecticut-made products in one of the most unspoiled countryside settings in the state. Each week, the staff of the Homestead will lead a family-friendly activity to connect the history of the site with the theme of the market. Admission to the Nathan Hale Homestead is by regular admission and is not included in the Farmers’ Market program.

    Free

  • Sunset Sounds Concert Series | Kris Allen Quintet

    Butler-McCook House & Garden 396 Main Street, Hartford, CT, United States

    On the second Thursday of each month, bring a lawn chair and a picnic dinner as our historic garden comes alive with music! Round out your evening with free tours of the house museum’s first floor, an audio tour of the garden, and featured artist exhibitions. In case of inclement weather, the concert will move indoors to the Amos Bull Community Room.

    Free

  • Pirate Days

    Hempsted Houses 11 Hempstead Street, New London, CT, United States

    Explore an encampment where you’ll experience the life of a pirate. Stay for ship making, racing, crafts, and walking the plank like a pirate! Spend some time listening to stories of real-life pirates like Captain Kidd who visited Connecticut in 1690 and is said to have left behind treasure near modern-day Milford, CT. 

    Free

  • Summer Kitchen Talk Series | From Farm to Estate: The Evolving Landscape of Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden

    Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden 9 Main St N, Bethlehem, CT, United States

    The kitchen where Caroline Ferriday gathered with the ladies of Ravensbrück in 1958 continues to welcome rich conversations today. Join Connecticut Landmarks’ staff and guest speakers to consider the history of the property from new perspectives. On August 15th, learn about the evolving landscape of the Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden.

    $15 – $20

  • Coventry Farmers Market

    Coventry Farmers Market
    Nathan Hale Homestead 2299 South St, Coventry, CT, United States

    The Coventry Farmers’ Market on the grounds of the Nathan Hale Homestead is an experience not to be missed. This market carries the tradition of being the largest farmers’ market in the state, featuring some of the best of Connecticut-grown, Connecticut-made products in one of the most unspoiled countryside settings in the state. Each week, the staff of the Homestead will lead a family-friendly activity to connect the history of the site with the theme of the market. Admission to the Nathan Hale Homestead is by regular admission and is not included in the Farmers’ Market program.

    Free

  • Pirate Days

    Hempsted Houses 11 Hempstead Street, New London, CT, United States

    Explore an encampment where you’ll experience the life of a pirate. Stay for ship making, racing, crafts, and walking the plank like a pirate! Spend some time listening to stories of real-life pirates like Captain Kidd who visited Connecticut in 1690 and is said to have left behind treasure near modern day Milford, CT. 

    Free

  • Drum Circle at the Homestead

    Nathan Hale Homestead 2299 South St, Coventry, CT, United States

    Step away from the chaos of daily life and clear your mind at a drum circle facilitated by Kenny “Doc” Frazier. A drum circle encourages empowerment and success while inspiring creativity through rhythmic drum play. Participants are encouraged to bring their own drums. A limited number of drum pads will be available to borrow.   

    Free

  • Phelps-Hatheway School of Floral Arts | Dahlias with Julie Harrison of Willow View Farm

    Phelps-Hatheway House 55 S Main St, Suffield, CT, United States

    The Phelps-Hatheway School of Floral Arts was created to showcase the magnificent blooms grown in our small community and, for the final session, in our great state of Connecticut. All ages and abilities are welcome! The day begins at Suffield’s Willow View Farm where owner Julie Harrison grows flowers adjacent to the town’s oldest house. After a brief farm tour, guests may pick a large cup full of flowers. After, retire to Phelps-Hatheway House’s late 18th-century carriage house, where we will take in the garden while enjoying beverages and pastries. A special tour of the museum’s interiors will trace the importance of gardens and floral design from the 18th-21st centuries.

    $55 – $65