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SUMMARY:White Sails\, Black Hands: The African American Experience on CT Waters
DESCRIPTION:New London History Aboard the Thames River Water Taxi \nAn afternoon tour on the Thames River Heritage Water Taxi led by Hempsted staff showing the New London history. Tour will highlight areas related to Hempsted family history\, the early Mamacoke settlement & Native fishing grounds\, sites of colonial ferries\, Fort Trumbull & other important landmarks.  \nSat.\, June 19\, 2:30 – 3:45 pm\nSun.\, July 11\, 4:30 – 5:45 pm\nSun.\, Aug. 7\, 2:30 – 3:45 pm\nSat.\, Aug. 28\, 2:30 pm – 3:45 pm\nSat.\, Sept. 18\, 1 – 2:15 pm\nWhite Sails\, Black Hands: The African American Experience on CT Waters\nBeginning in 1639 when the first enslaved person arrived in Connecticut\, the number of persons of color steadily increased in New London County. Every town in New London County had a significant percent of African Americans and people of mixed race living and working in them\, however\, their stories are not always told. This tour will explore the stories of a fugitive slave\, Black Revolutionary Patriots\, Black Governors and Whalers\, the Amistad and more. Admission is $25 per person\, $12 for children 12 & under. Registration required at https://www.thamesriverheritagepark.org/boat-tours. \n\nSat.\, July 17\, 4:30 – 5:45 pm\nStories Based on a Colonial Diary\nJoshua Hempsted began his diary in 1711 as a way to keep track of his many business activities\, court sessions\, ship traffic\, his travels\, and many other events important to New London or Connecticut. He keep the diary until just before his death in 1758. In its printed form\, it is about 700 pages long. The diary has been used to study such diverse subjects as trade with the West Indies\, slavery\, and the Great Awakening\, a period of evangelical Protestant revival. It is also used extensively for genealogical research. This tour will cover some of the diary stories told about activities around the Thames River and other interesting sites along the way. Admission is $25 per person\, $12 for children 12 & under. Registration required at https://www.thamesriverheritagepark.org/boat-tours.
URL:https://ctlandmarks.org/event/new-london-history-aboard-the-thames-river-water-taxi-2021/
LOCATION:Hempsted Houses\, 11 Hempstead Street\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hempsted Houses
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SUMMARY:CT Open House Day: Butler-McCook
DESCRIPTION:Provided by the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development\, this unique one-day statewide event is designed to showcase Connecticut’s fascinating world of art\, history\, film & tourism. A great way for residents to discover\, or rediscover\, all that is happening in our state. Free. Registration required at https://mccook-open-house-day-2021.eventbrite.com. \nEnjoy free 1st floor tours of Connecticut Landmarks’ participating sites on CT Open House Day. Donations are welcome to support preservation and programming at the historic properties. Advance registration is required; same day registration is allowed only if the site has not reached capacity. In order to protect the health of our staff\, visitors\, and community\, all visitors must wear masks and adhere to social distancing guidelines inside our historic interiors. \nVisit any of Connecticut Landmarks’ participating museums on Open House Day and receive a $10 discount on a Family Membership (regularly $55) or a $5 discount on an Individual Membership (regularly $40). Join a community of people who find inspiration in our state’s heritage – a CTL Membership is the gateway to exploring Connecticut history and the treasures of Connecticut Landmarks. Membership offers discounts to programs and special events each season\, free admission to all of CTL’s historic properties\, and much much more!
URL:https://ctlandmarks.org/event/ct-open-house-day-mccook-2021/
LOCATION:Butler-McCook House & Garden\, 396 Main Street\, Hartford\, CT\, 06103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hartford Properties
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SUMMARY:“Littlest Historian” Story and Sharing Time
DESCRIPTION:One is never too young to learn about history! This series will introduce new friends ages 3-5 to the wonderful world of historic houses and museums. Each week\, little historians can bring their caregivers to explore our historic property\, listen to a story\, and learn about what goes on inside a museum. \nHow old is your house? In the first program of our series\, we’ll take a look at our 260 year old house and explore how historians take care of something very old. Enjoy a reading of The Little House by Virginia Lee Burton and point out the differences between your house and ours. $5 per child\, includes coloring sheet. Free for caregivers. Option to purchase a $5 add-on take-home craft kit\, or $15 for craft kit and a copy of The Little House. Registration required at phelps.hatheway@ctlandmarks.org or (860) 668-0055.
URL:https://ctlandmarks.org/event/littlest-historian/
LOCATION:Phelps-Hatheway House\, 55 S Main St\, Suffield\, CT\, 06078\, United States
CATEGORIES:Phelps-Hatheway House
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SUMMARY:Art Exhibition Opening: Suffield Artists Celebrate the 350th Anniversary of a Town
DESCRIPTION:Art Opening: Visions of Suffield \nPlease join us in welcoming several of our past artists (and some new friends\, too!) to the Visitor Center as part of the Suffield 350th Celebration! Explore their creations\, learn about their inspiration & discover which works they have chosen for this special anniversary commemoration in the gallery. Free\, regular admission applies for house tour. Advance registration is required for historic house tour at (860) 668-0055. Same-day registration will be allowed only if the site has not reached capacity.
URL:https://ctlandmarks.org/event/art-gallery-opening/
LOCATION:Phelps-Hatheway House\, 55 S Main St\, Suffield\, CT\, 06078\, United States
CATEGORIES:Phelps-Hatheway House
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