Trade, Slavery, and the Great Awakening: Stories of the Thames Based on a Colonial Diary

City Pier New London, CT, United States

Spend an afternoon with Hempsted staff on the Thames River Heritage Water Taxi to learn about New London's history. Joshua Hempsted began his diary in 1711 as a way to keep track of his many business activities, court sessions, and travels, as well as ship traffic and many other events important to New London. Join Hempsted Staff on a guided boat tour as we explore trade, slavery, and the Great Awakening through entries from Joshua Hempsted’s Colonial Diary.

$25

Music in the Hatheway Garden: Pizzazz Quartet (POSTPONED: DATE TBD)

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

What could be better than an afternoon in the garden? After a successful debut in 2021, the Phelps-Hatheway House and Garden will once again offer a concert series in its 1867 barn. New this year are esteemed artists from Connecticut and Massachusetts.

$10

Sunset Sounds: Haneef N. Nelson Quintet

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

Bring a lawn chair and a picnic dinner and enjoy music in the lovely setting of the Butler-McCook historic garden on the Richard P. Garmany Fund Music & Education Terrace at the Amos Bull House.

Free

Second Saturdays: School Days are Here Again!

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

Did you ever wonder what school was like in the 18th and 19th centuries? If you think that your classes are long and homework tedious, think again! Learn about Suffield’s first schoolhouse, the subjects' children studied, and what happened when their homework was late. Practice your penmanship with a quill pen, draw figures on a small chalkboard and practice times tables using bean bags. 

$12

Discovering Historic Main Street Hartford Walking Tour

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

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 to learn how the city has eveolved through its significant structures: City Hall, the Wadsworth Atheneum, the Traveler's Tower, the Old State House, Center Church, and the Ancient Burying Ground.

$5

Walktober: Nathan Hale Homestead Landscape Walk

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

A slow-paced guided walk through the Nathan Hale Homestead property. Guides will explain life in the 18th century including chores, the changes George Dudley Seymour made to the Hale landscape in the early 20th century and the current life of the museum and property.

Free

Walktober: Letterboxing Through History

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

This slow-paced walk includes an introduction to the centuries-old hobby of Letterboxing. A guide will discuss box types, history, supplies, and take guests on a walk to find beginner level letterboxes in the Connecticut State Forest. Supplies for beginners can be purchased.

Free

Music in the Hatheway Garden: ASMI Chamber Ensemble

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

What could be better than an afternoon in the garden? After a successful debut in 2021, the Phelps-Hatheway House and Garden will once again offer a concert series in its 1867 barn. New this year are esteemed artists from Connecticut and Massachusetts.

$10

Landmarks Lunch & Learn: Onöndowa’ga:’: People of the Great Hill

Virtual Program

In 1788, Oliver Phelps and Nathaniel Gorham tried to purchase 6 million acres of land from the Seneca Nation. Michael Galban and staff from the Seneca Arts and Culture Center will discuss the past and present of the Hodinöhsö:ni’ Confederacy. 

Free

East Haddam Fall Celebration: Palmer-Warner Open House

Palmer-Warner House 307 Town Street, East Haddam, CT, United States

Walk through the 1st floor of the Palmer-Warner House to learn about the research and collections work being done within the house. Visitors are also welcome to explore the historic grounds, or just enjoy the view from the back porch. Visit the Barn and speak with a member of the Nation Parks Service Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance Program to learn more about the Lower Connecticut River Heritage Loop Project as part of the East Haddam Connectivity Corridor.

Free

East Haddam Fall Celebration: Amasa Day Open House

Amasa Day House 33 Plains Rd, Moodus, CT, United States

Visit the Amasa Day House to explore the 1st floor and admire the furnishings, original 19th-century floor, and stair stenciling. Connecticut Landmarks staff will be stationed on the 1st floor to chat.

Free

Music in the Hatheway Garden: International String Trio

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

What could be better than an afternoon in the garden? After a successful debut in 2021, the Phelps-Hatheway House and Garden will once again offer a concert series in its 1867 barn. New this year are esteemed artists from Connecticut and Massachusetts.

$10

Second Saturdays: Indigenous Stories and Harvest Days

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

After the Revolutionary War, Oliver Phelps attempted to settle over one million acres of land in the Finger Lakes region of New York State. Learn about the Connecticut Western Reserve and the original peoples that once inhabited this area. Hear beloved stories of the Iroquois people and how they preserved the harvest. Create your own nature story illustrated with leaf rubbings to delight your family and friends!

$12
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