[CANCELED] Stitching History with America's Tapestry at the Hempsted Houses
2026-04-04 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Hempsted Houses, 11 Hempstead Street, New London, CT, 06320, United States
Please Note: This event has been CANCELED. We look forward to welcoming you to the Hempsted Houses when we reopen for public tours in May.
Visit the Hempsted Houses to join stitchers from America’s Tapestry and local artists from Hartford Stitch for a morning of fun, creativity, and history. Join us to stitch history together – no experience required!
America’s Tapestry is a nationwide community project featuring 13 hand-embroidered panels, one for each of the original colonies, depicting diverse stories from the American Revolution. Each panel is crafted by volunteers from New Hampshire to Georgia, and visitors are invited to contribute their own stitches to the Connecticut panel. All materials will be provided!
The Connecticut panel highlights the story of Hannah Bunce Watson, the first female publisher of the Connecticut Courant (now the Hartford Courant). After the passing of her husband, Hannah, who lived just a stone’s throw from the Butler-McCook House & Garden, joined forces with Sarah Butler to keep the newspaper in print, offering timely and encouraging source of news to patriot readers.

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If you have any questions, please email hempsted@ctlandmarks.org.
Image: Participants at America’s Tapestry event at the Nathan Hale Homestead

Ornamentation in 18th-Century Furniture with Bob Van Dyke
2026-04-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Phelps-Hatheway House, 55 S Main St, Suffield, CT, 06078, United States
Join Bob Van Dyke, director of the CT Valley School of Woodworking (Manchester, CT) as he demonstrates the making of more common inlays that were used in 18th-century furniture shops. Guests will have the opportunity to study pieces from the Phelps-Hatheway collection.
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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

Opening Reception: Seasons of Change Art Exhibit
2026-05-01 17:00 - 19:00 | CT

Walking Tour: Hartford Art & Artists
2026-05-02 10:00 - 12:00 | Butler-McCook House & Garden, 396 Main Street, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
May 4th marks the 200th birthday of Frederic Edwin Church. Not only was Hartford the birthplace of this renowned Hudson River School painter, but the city was also integral to the birth of American art thanks to Daniel Wadsworth and his patronage. On this walk, we’ll discuss Church and other Hartford-connected artists, such as Cole, Bierstadt, Wheeler, Tryon and more. Following the walk, the 2 pm tour of the Butler-McCook House will focus on the Butler and McCook families as art lovers.
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Tickets are $15 for CTL Members and $20 for the general public. Members, sign in to our ticketing system to access your benefits.
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.

Image: Hooker and Company Journeying through the Wilderness from Plymouth to Hartford, in 1636, painted by Frederic Edwin Church in 1846. In the collections of the Wadsworth Atheneum, Hartford. https://5058.sydneyplus.com/argus/final/Portal/Public.aspx?lang=en-US

Butler-McCook Open Tour Saturday
2026-05-02 13:00 - 16:00 | Butler-McCook House & Garden, 396 Main Street, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Visit the Butler-McCook House & Garden, the only 18th-century home remaining on Hartford’s Main Street, for a guided tour to learn about the McCook family, who loved music, art, and travel through explorations of the museum’s collections which include paintings, Japanese samurai armor, furniture, and toys.
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Advance registration for tours appreciated, but walk-ups welcome as space permits! House tours leave on the hour; last tour departs at 3 pm.
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Can’t make it on an Open Saturday? Tours are also available by reservation! If you have any questions, please email butler.mccook@ctlandmarks.org.

Walking Tour: Old South Cemetery and the Camp Field
2026-05-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Butler-McCook House & Garden, 396 Main Street, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
New for 2026! Explore Hartford’s Revolutionary past in this walk and talk in the south end with Connecticut Landmarks’ Jana Colacino and Ruth Shapleigh Brown of the Connecticut Gravestone Network.
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Tickets are $15 for CTL Members and $20 for the general public. Members, sign in to our ticketing system to access your benefits.
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.

Image: Birds eye view of Hartford, 1864 by Jacob Weidenmann.

[Sold Out] Lilac Walk
2026-05-09 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden, 9 Main St N, Bethlehem, CT, 06751, United States
Thank you for your interest in this event. Tickets are now sold out and will not be available at the door. Please sign up for our e-newsletter to be notified of future events at the Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden.
When you think of the Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden, you think of lilacs. Each spring, the stunning variety of lilacs curated by Caroline Woolsey Ferriday and her mother scent the gardens and show off their fleeting blossoms in shades of purples, pinks, and even whites. Walk the grounds and garden with our guide to learn about the long history of the lilacs on the property and how we care for them.
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Lilac tours take place on select days and require tickets. See the full line-up here. Advance registration is recommended as space is limited and these tours sell out! This tour does not include a house tour; tickets for house tours may be purchased separately.
Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather, as this program takes 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, please contact Site Administrator Peg Shimer at bellamy.ferriday@ctlandmarks.org or call (203) 266-7596.
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[Sold Out] Mother's Day Tea with Chef Renee
2026-05-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Phelps-Hatheway House, 55 S Main St, Suffield, CT, 06078, United States
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Honor those special maternal figures in your life with a celebration like no other at Phelps-Hatheway’s Mother’s Day Tea! Sample exquisite bites created especially for Phelps-Hatheway by Chef Reneé of Blonde on the Run Catering, accompanied by steaming pots of Harney and Sons tea. Tea service will begin with a brief explanation of our favorite beverage’s role in both world and domestic history and will end with a glimpse into the lives of the women who called the property home since 1761.
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If you have any questions, please email phelps.hatheway@ctlandmarks.org or call 860-668-0055.

Suffield Garden Club’s 48th Annual May Market
2026-05-16 09:00 - 15:00 | Phelps-Hatheway House, 55 S Main St, Suffield, CT, 06078, United States
Welcome spring with Suffield Garden Club’s 48th annual May Market! Guests will find an array of flowers, shrubs, herbs, garden sculptures, terrariums, birdbaths, and nature photography, as well as local honey, jams, jellies and fragrant soaps. Looking for gifts for the home? Vendors bearing handwoven baskets, blankets, jewelry, and refinished furniture will have that special item just for you. Visitors can also find bespoke treasures in Phelps-Hatheway’s gift shop.
Visiting the market, garden, or visitor’s center is free. Special garden-themed tours of the Phelps-Hatheway House will depart on the hour from 10 am – 2 pm with regular admission; book your tour here!

If you have any questions, please email phelps.hatheway@ctlandmarks.org or call 860-668-0055.

Walking Tour: Beyond Main Street, Hartford
2026-05-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Butler-McCook House & Garden, 396 Main Street, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Expand your knowledge of Hartford’s architectural treasures by venturing east and west of Main Street. Understand the historical and cultural significance of buildings along South Prospect Street, from the 1788 Amos Bull House to the BPO Elks Lodge, to the Hartford Times Building. To the west, explore more of the city’s South Downtown neighborhood on Elm and Gold Streets.
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Tickets are $15 for CTL Members and $20 for the general public. Members, sign in to our ticketing system to access your benefits.
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.

Forest Bathing
2026-05-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Nathan Hale Homestead, 2299 South St, Coventry, CT, 06238, United States
There is one ticket remaining for this event as of 5/13/2026. Tickets will not be available at the door.
Turn off your cell phones, take deep breaths, and let your mind observe nature using all your senses through the practice of shinrin yoku, also known as forest bathing, with Certified Forest Therapy Guide Professor Suzanne Hudd.
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Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather, as this program will take place outdoors. In case of cancelation due to severe weather, registrants will be notified at the email address on file.
If you have any questions, please contact Site Administrator Anne Marie Charland at hale@ctlandmarks.org or call 860.742.6917.
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Planting Seeds for the Future: Bellamy-Ferriday Zinnia Seed Campaign
2026-05-27 - 2026-08-01 | Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden, 9 Main St N, Bethlehem, CT, 06751, United States
Help us plant the seeds for the future of the Bellamy-Ferriday Garden with our special zinnia seed campaign! Sponsor a zinnia for $10 and a garden stake with your name will be placed next to the spot where the seed is planted. Your sponsorship comes with a garden pass to return to see the plants in bloom. All proceeds support garden restoration at the Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden.
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If you have any questions, please contact bellamy.ferriday@ctlandmarks.org or call (203) 266-7596.
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Opening Day: Coventry Farmers Market
2026-05-31 10:00 - 13:00 | Nathan Hale Homestead, 2299 South St, Coventry, CT, 06238, United States
We’re thrilled to host the 24th season of the Coventry Farmers’ Market on the picturesque grounds of the Nathan Hale Homestead in Coventry. This market, ranked #1 in New England and #2 in the nation, is renowned for its tradition of being the largest in Connecticut and showcases the finest locally grown and locally made products in one of the state’s most unspoiled countryside settings. Each week, the staff of the Homestead hosts family-friendly programs including 18th–century games, hearth cooking, cheese-making, woodworking, and so much more. FREE admission to the grounds; fees apply for museum tours and some programs. See weekly programs at ctlandmarks.org/market
Learn more about Farmers’ Market themes here.
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If you have any questions, please contact hale@ctlandmarks.org or call 860.742.6917.
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Canceled: Phelps-Hatheway School of Floral Arts: Peonies with Debora Reynolds
2026-05-31 13:00 - 15:00 | Phelps-Hatheway House, 55 S Main St, Suffield, CT, 06078, United States
Thank you for your interest in Peonies with Debora Reynolds, scheduled for Sunday, May 31. Unfortunately, we need to cancel the program. Registrants will be notified at the email address provided upon registration. Click here to see upcoming events at the Phelps-Hatheway House & Garden.
Suffield is often described as a “town of farms.” More specifically, we like to say that it is home to a “town of flower farms.” 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!
Late May marks the return of the peony, known for its deep hues and exquisite fragrance. Debora Reynolds, long-time supporter of the Phelps-Hatheway House & Garden, flower farmer, and floral designer, brings decades of experience in the growing and styling of the peony. Debora will share her horticulture tips and guide you on your way to the perfect arrangement.

This workshop includes flowers and vase. Refreshments will be served and a tour of Phelps-Hatheway House’s historic interiors will be available.

Tickets are $55 for CTL Members and $65 for the general public. Not yet a Connecticut Landmarks Member? Join today to access all the benefits of membership!
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If you have any questions, please email phelps.hatheway@ctlandmarks.org or call 860-668-0055.

Palmer-Warner House: Progress Flag Field
2026-06-01 - 2026-07-31 | Palmer-Warner House, 307 Town Street, East Haddam, CT, 06423, United States
The Progress Flag Field honors the legacy of Frederic Palmer and Howard Metzger, who created a welcoming space for friends, family, and the LGBTQ+ community. 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.
Sponsor a Flag, Share a Story
Each Progress Flag in our field represents a powerful act of love, remembrance, or hope. 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. Dedicate your flag with a name, a memory, or a message — every story matters.

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On Display June 1-July 31 from dawn to dusk at the Palmer-Warner House. Free to visit, standard admission applies for guided tours of the house interiors. Purchase tickets to tour the house here.
If you have any questions, please contact palmer.warner@ctlandmarks.org.

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CT Trails Day: Stories of Freedom – Suffield's Black History
2026-06-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Phelps-Hatheway House, 55 S Main St, Suffield, CT, 06078, United States
In collaboration with the Suffield Historical Society and Kent Memorial Library, join staff to learn the stories of individuals who resided on Suffield’s North and South Main Streets yet have long been erased from memory. A reception will follow in the Visitor Center.
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This program is offered FREE as part of Connecticut Trails Day. The first weekend of June, trail lovers across Connecticut head outside to hike, play, ride, explore, climb, run, and paddle.
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.
Advance registration is required. If you have any questions, contact phelps.hatheway@ctlandmarks.org.

CT Trails Day: Historic Main Street, Hartford
2026-06-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Butler-McCook House & Garden, 396 Main Street, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Updated for 2026! Join an easy 1.5-mile walking tour on the sidewalks of Hartford’s historic Main Street from the Butler-McCook House & Garden to the G. Fox Building exploring this city’s colonial roots and more! This walk includes some of the Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route.
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This program is offered FREE as part of Connecticut Trails Day. The first weekend of June, trail lovers across Connecticut head outside to hike, play, ride, explore, climb, run, and paddle.
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.

Image: Historic American Buildings Survey Everett H. Keeler, Photographer March 1, 1937 SOUTHWEST ELEVATION – Old State House, Main Street & Central Row, Hartford, Hartford County, CT. https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/ct0098.photos.023098p/

Coventry Farmers Market
2026-06-07 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-06-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Nathan Hale Homestead, 2299 South St, Coventry, CT, 06238, United States
We’re thrilled to host the 24th season of the Coventry Farmers’ Market on the picturesque grounds of the Nathan Hale Homestead in Coventry. This market, ranked #1 in New England and #2 in the nation, is renowned for its tradition of being the largest in Connecticut and showcases the finest locally grown and locally made products in one of the state’s most unspoiled countryside settings. Each week, the staff of the Homestead hosts family-friendly programs including 18th–century games, hearth cooking, cheese-making, woodworking, and so much more. FREE admission to the grounds; fees apply for museum tours and some programs. Learn more about Farmers’ Market themes here.
Admission to the Nathan Hale Homestead is by regular admission and is not included in the Farmers’ Market program.
Reserve your house tour tickets!

If you have any questions, please contact Site Administrator Anne Marie Charland at hale@ctlandmarks.org or call 860.742.6917.
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Plein Air Painting in the Bellamy-Ferriday Garden
2026-06-07 12:00 - 16:00 | Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden, 9 Main St N, Bethlehem, CT, 06751, United States
What could be more delightful than a beautiful summer day and a garden full of blooms? On Sundays in June, bring your painting supplies and explore the grounds to find the perfect spot for inspiration. Grounds fees are waived for those painting on Plein Air days.
Register for June 7

If you have any questions, please contact bellamy.ferriday@ctlandmarks.org or call (203) 266-7596.
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Juneteenth Festival | Virtual Presentation
2026-06-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Program
Join Living Historians Joseph McGill of the Slave Dwelling Project and Tammy Denease of Hidden Women Productions as they commemorate Juneteenth in this special virtual presentation. Juneteenth celebrates the end of slavery in the United States, announced in 1865 by Union Soldiers in Galveston, Texas, with news that the Civil War had ended and the enslaved were now free.
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Registration required! This event will be held over Zoom. Registrants will receive a link via email to view the program the day of the event.
This program is part of the Hempsted Houses’ Juneteenth Festival. See the full list of events here.
Supported in part by: The Frank Loomis Palmer Fund, the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut, and the Chelsea Groton Foundation, Inc.
In partnership with: New London NAACP and OIC New London
In case of cancellation, registrants will be notified at the email address on file. If you have any questions, contact Site Administrator Lynette Fisher at hempsted@ctlandmarks.org.
Photos by La Chale Renee’ Photography
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Sunset Sounds Concert Series | Tubby, feat. Matt Parker
2026-06-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Butler-McCook House & Garden, 396 Main Street, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
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.
Featured Performers: TUBBY, Feat. Matt Parker
Kicking off our concert season will be the exuberant sounds of Tubby, long-time project of Matt Parker. Paying tribute to the rich jazz heritage of New Orleans, especially the many talented sax players to come from that city, Tubby celebrates and shares this joyful tradition. Their mission is simple: bring the soulful rhythms of New Orleans to life — and get people on their feet dancing!
Personnel:
Matt Parker – saxophone
Luca Benedetti – guitar
Danny Fox – piano
Dave Speranza – bass
Dan Rieser – drums
Matt Parker bio: Matt Parker is a tenor and soprano saxophone player, born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and a recent arrival to Hartford. After seeing trumpeter Maynard Ferguson in concert, he fell in love with jazz and was mentored by the legendary South Florida saxophonist Jimmy Cavallo. Parker played professionally as a teenager in New Orleans before moving to New York to study with Jane Ira Bloom, Barry Harris, and Junior Mance. Later, Parker would go on to play in Maynard’s band Big Bop Nouveau for two years.
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Sponsored by the Richard P. Garmany Fund at the Greater Hartford Gives Foundation; the Evelyn W. Preston Memorial Trust Fund, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee; and the Ensworth Charitable Foundation, Bank of America.
Registration appreciated, but walk-ups always welcome! See the other programs in our Sunset Sounds Concert Series!
This concert will take place on the terrace at the Amos Bull House, located to the rear of the Butler-McCook garden at 59 S. Prospect Street in Hartford. The grounds open at 5 pm and the performance begins at 6 pm. Please note that metered street parking is usually readily available in the area, and free after 6 pm. Visitors may park and enter at the Butler-McCook entrance on Main Street, or the Amos Bull entrance on S. Prospect Street.
This program takes place outdoors. In case of inclement weather, the concert will move indoors to the Amos Bull Community Room. Registrants will be notified at the email address on file in the case of cancellation. If you have any questions, contact Assistant Site Administrator Jana Colacino at jana.colacino@ctlandmarks.org.
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While there is no admission fee for Sunset Sounds, donations to support ongoing programming at the Butler-McCook House & Garden are always appreciated!

Juneteenth Festival | Campfire Conversation
2026-06-12 17:30 - 19:30 | Hempsted Houses, 11 Hempstead Street, New London, CT, 06320, United States
Gather around the campfire for a community conversation on the grounds of the Hempsted Houses to commemorate historic and present-day struggles toward freedom and hear more about the work of Joseph McGill of the Slave Dwelling Project and Tammy Denease of Hidden Women Productions.
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Registration appreciated, but walk-ups always welcome!
This program is part of the Hempsted Houses’ Juneteenth Festival. See the full list of events here.
Supported in part by: The Frank Loomis Palmer Fund, the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut, and the Chelsea Groton Foundation, Inc
In partnership with: New London NAACP and OIC New London
This program takes 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 Site Administrator Lynette Fisher at hempsted@ctlandmarks.org.
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Juneteenth Festival | Community Celebration
2026-06-13 11:00 - 16:00 | Hempsted Houses, 11 Hempstead Street, New London, CT, 06320, United States
Celebrate Juneteenth with music and dance performances, living history presentations, local vendors, and children’s activities and crafts. Connecticut Landmarks and partners will highlight the African American history of the Hempsted Houses and the surrounding neighborhood with the City of New London.
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Registration appreciated, but walk-ups always welcome!
Supported in part by: The Frank Loomis Palmer Fund, the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut, and the Chelsea Groton Foundation, Inc.
In partnership with: New London NAACP and OIC New London
This program takes 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 Site Administrator Lynette Fisher at hempsted@ctlandmarks.org.
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International Knit-in-Public Day
2026-06-13 12:00 - 15:00 | Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden, 9 Main St N, Bethlehem, CT, 06751, United States
Caroline and Eliza Ferriday were knitters, sewists and interested in the fiber arts. Celebrate your love of yarn at the Ferriday home by bringing your project, a comfy folding chair or blanket, and enjoying the beautiful grounds! Meet fellow knitters and share your projects and techniques. Grounds fees will be waived for those who have knitting projects with them.
House tours available for regular admission. Book your tour today!

If you have any questions, please contact bellamy.ferriday@ctlandmarks.org or call (203) 266-7596.

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Critters in the Garden
2026-06-13 14:00 - 15:30 | Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden, 9 Main St N, Bethlehem, CT, 06751, United States
Join us as the environmental educator from White Memorial presents an informative talk on how to best create a backyard habitat for the wildlife that helps our gardens. You might even meet a “critter” or two!
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House tours available for regular admission. Book your tour today!
Please dress for the weather, as this program takes 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, please contact bellamy.ferriday@ctlandmarks.org or call (203) 266-7596.

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Juneteenth Festival | Sunday Services
2026-06-14 11:30 - 13:00 | Hempsted Houses, 11 Hempstead Street, New London, CT, 06320, United States
Pastor Michael Cagle leads participants in community for a spiritual and lively non-denominational church service under the Juneteenth Festival tent.

Registration not required.
This program is part of the Hempsted Houses’ Juneteenth Festival. See the full list of events here.
Supported in part by: The Frank Loomis Palmer Fund, the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut, and the Chelsea Groton Foundation, Inc.
In partnership with: New London NAACP and OIC New London
This program takes place outdoors. If you have any questions, contact hempsted@ctlandmarks.org.

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Plein Air Painting in the Bellamy-Ferriday Garden
2026-06-14 12:00 - 16:00 | Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden, 9 Main St N, Bethlehem, CT, 06751, United States
What could be more delightful than a beautiful summer day and a garden full of blooms? On Sundays in June, bring your painting supplies and explore the grounds to find the perfect spot for inspiration. Grounds fees are waived for those painting on Plein Air days.
Register Now

Advance registration appreciated, but walk-ups welcome!
If you have any questions, please contact bellamy.ferriday@ctlandmarks.org or call (203) 266-7596.

CTL Members, sign in to our ticketing system to access Member pricing and other benefits.
A confirmation email with additional information will be sent to the email address used to reserve the tickets. By purchasing tickets to this event, you consent to receive email communications from Connecticut Landmarks. You can revoke your consent to receive marketing emails at any time by using the unsubscribe link found at the bottom of every email.
