Escapism Productions Presents: The Year Without a Summer
The Isham-Terry House is ALIVE when Mary Shelley’s words come to life during Escapism Production’s newest original interpretation of the Year without a Summer.
15 events found.
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Isham-Terry House 211 High Street, Hartford, CT, United States
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The Picture of Dorian Gray Read-a-Thon
Palmer-Warner House 307 Town Street, East Haddam, CT, United StatesParticipants are invited to drop in for a chapter and explore interpretive materials that connect Wilde’s world to Frederic Palmer and Howard Metzger’s mid-20th century community. Light refreshments available between reading sessions. Virtual experience available -- please register for details!
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Things That Go Bump In The Night
Nathan Hale Homestead 2299 South St, Coventry, CT, United StatesGet into the “spirit” of the season! Our special, candlelit tours will take you around the property and into the house, all the way up to the dark, shadowy attic. Hear long-standing and new Homestead ghost stories from staff members and spooky encounters reported by guests, as featured on the Syfy channel’s Ghost Hunters.
$25 – $30 -
Prose, Paradox, & Birthday Cake: An Afternoon for Oscar Wilde
Palmer-Warner House 307 Town Street, East Haddam, CT, United StatesThis special program honors Oscar Wilde’s birthday with an afternoon of literary entertainment featuring readings from his most celebrated works, including his sparkling social comedies and thought-provoking essays. Blue Fire Stage Company will perform, and light refreshments and cocktails will be available.
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Things That Go Bump In The Night
Nathan Hale Homestead 2299 South St, Coventry, CT, United StatesGet into the “spirit” of the season! Our special, candlelit tours will take you around the property and into the house, all the way up to the dark, shadowy attic. Hear long-standing and new Homestead ghost stories from staff members and spooky encounters reported by guests, as featured on the Syfy channel’s Ghost Hunters.
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Coventry Farmers Market
Nathan Hale Homestead 2299 South St, Coventry, CT, United StatesThe 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.
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Frankenstein Book Discussion
Isham-Terry House 211 High Street, Hartford, CT, United StatesJoin us on Sunday, October 18 at 2 pm for an in-person discussion of Mary Shelley, and the brilliant plot line of Frankenstein. Stop by the House during the August or September open tour days to pick up a special commemorative bookmark and see Henry Isham’s personal library from the 1800s. We’ll share how you can download a free copy of the book to enjoy in your own laboratory!
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Things That Go Bump In The Night
Nathan Hale Homestead 2299 South St, Coventry, CT, United StatesGet into the “spirit” of the season! Our special, candlelit tours will take you around the property and into the house, all the way up to the dark, shadowy attic. Hear long-standing and new Homestead ghost stories from staff members and spooky encounters reported by guests, as featured on the Syfy channel’s Ghost Hunters.
$25 – $30 -
Things That Go Bump In The Night
Nathan Hale Homestead 2299 South St, Coventry, CT, United StatesGet into the “spirit” of the season! Our special, candlelit tours will take you around the property and into the house, all the way up to the dark, shadowy attic. Hear long-standing and new Homestead ghost stories from staff members and spooky encounters reported by guests, as featured on the Syfy channel’s Ghost Hunters.
$25 – $30 -
Coventry Farmers Market
Nathan Hale Homestead 2299 South St, Coventry, CT, United StatesThe 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.
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Phelps-Hatheway School of Floral Arts | Dahlias with Julie Harrison of Willow View Farm
Phelps-Hatheway House 55 S Main St, Suffield, CT, United StatesFloristry doesn’t need to end when the gardens have gone to rest! Join site administrator Lynn Mervosh and staff for a holiday bulb workshop that will brighten the shortest days of the year. Lynn will share the history of these bulbs and how to encourage a long-lasting display. The Phelps-Hatheway School of Floral Arts was created to showcase the magnificent blooms grown in our small community and in our great state of Connecticut. All ages and abilities are welcome!
$55 – $65 -
250 Years of Celebrations | Old World Holidays: Celebrations in the New World
Nathan Hale Homestead 2299 South St, Coventry, CT, United StatesAs the nights grow longer, bring some light to a November day with an exploration of winter traditions with roots in Europe, including Guy Fawkes Day, Mumming and wassailing, and days of Thanksgiving. 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.
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Holiday Lantern Tour: Suffield’s Main Street
Phelps-Hatheway House 55 S Main St, Suffield, CT, United StatesNow an annual tradition, the Phelps-Hatheway Holiday Walking Tours return to close America’s 250th celebration with newly uncovered stories of our place in the emerging nation. Join our costumed guides as they transport guests to the time before electricity illuminated our homes to see the “grand dames” of this historic thoroughfare festively lit and decorated to celebrate the season. During the walk, you’ll gain insight into the dominant architectural styles of the historic district and hear tales of those who worked the land and supported the community throughout the ages.
$15 – $20 -
Holiday Lantern Tour: Suffield’s Main Street
Phelps-Hatheway House 55 S Main St, Suffield, CT, United StatesNow an annual tradition, the Phelps-Hatheway Holiday Walking Tours return to close America’s 250th celebration with newly uncovered stories of our place in the emerging nation. Join our costumed guides as they transport guests to the time before electricity illuminated our homes to see the “grand dames” of this historic thoroughfare festively lit and decorated to celebrate the season. During the walk, you’ll gain insight into the dominant architectural styles of the historic district and hear tales of those who worked the land and supported the community throughout the ages.
$15 – $20 -
Mid-Century Christmas with the Ishams, Feat. Selections from “A Charlie Brown Christmas”
Isham-Terry House 211 High Street, Hartford, CT, United StatesThis holiday season, we will celebrate as we imagine Julia and Charlotte Isham would have in the 1950s and 60s as the Isham-Terry House is transformed into a mid-century delight! Enjoy colored trees, tons of tinsel, and starbursts galore during special tours of the house. Enjoy Vince Guaraldi’s holiday classics from A Charlie Brown Christmas, featuring the Andrew Wilcox Trio. Children’s activities during the performance will help little ones get into the groove. Tours at 1 & 3 pm; performance at 2 pm.
Free – $25