Museums & History
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Mindfulness at the Museum: A Series Practice Inspired by the History of the Canterbury Female Boarding School
Mindfulness at the Museum: A Series Practice Inspired by the History of the Canterbury Female Boarding School
The Prudence Crandall Museum will host a series of mindfulness programs to explore deeper source connections between relevant aspects of the Canterbury School story and the individual lives of participants through breathwork techniques and introspective readings of primary sources. Join wellness educator Robin Thompson, RN, from East and West of the River Wellness, and museum…
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INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION
INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION
Join us in celebration of Independence Day! Experience fife and drum music, cannon demonstrations, games, a parade, and more. Hear special readings of poetry and the Declaration of Independence. Join in a game of base ball, or watch a toy hot air balloon take flight. Marvel at the work of our skilled artisans and tradespeople,…
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INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION
INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION
Join us in celebration of Independence Day! Experience fife and drum music, cannon demonstrations, games, a parade, and more. Hear special readings of poetry and the Declaration of Independence. Join in a game of base ball, or watch a toy hot air balloon take flight. Marvel at the work of our skilled artisans and tradespeople,…
Stories at Slater Museum (Ages 3-6 and Families)
Stories at Slater Museum (Ages 3-6 and Families)
Drop-In - This free program includes admission to the museum! Otis Library will be at Slater Memorial Museum to read stories and lead a craft. Enjoy the museum space after stories and crafts.
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Flag Field for Heroes
Where better to honor those who have served our country than the birthplace of our Connecticut State Hero? In partnership with the Coventry Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Coventry American Legion. Patrons can purchase an American flag in honor of a military service member, veteran, or hero. Each flag will be fitted with a tag listing the honoree’s name, branch…
INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION
INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION
Join us in celebration of Independence Day! Experience fife and drum music, cannon demonstrations, games, a parade, and more. Hear special readings of poetry and the Declaration of Independence. Join in a game of base ball, or watch a toy hot air balloon take flight. Marvel at the work of our skilled artisans and tradespeople,…
Flag Field for Heroes Opening Ceremony
Flag Field for Heroes Opening Ceremony
Where better to honor those who have served our country than the birthplace of our Connecticut State Hero? In partnership with the Coventry Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Coventry American Legion. Patrons can purchase an American flag in honor of a military service member, veteran, or hero. Each flag will be fitted with a tag listing the honoree’s name, branch…
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Mindfulness at the Museum: A Series Practice Inspired by the History of the Canterbury Female Boarding School
Mindfulness at the Museum: A Series Practice Inspired by the History of the Canterbury Female Boarding School
The Prudence Crandall Museum will host a series of mindfulness programs to explore deeper source connections between relevant aspects of the Canterbury School story and the individual lives of participants through breathwork techniques and introspective readings of primary sources. Join wellness educator Robin Thompson, RN, from East and West of the River Wellness, and museum…
INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION
INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION
Join us in celebration of Independence Day! Experience fife and drum music, cannon demonstrations, games, a parade, and more. Hear special readings of poetry and the Declaration of Independence. Join in a game of base ball, or watch a toy hot air balloon take flight. Marvel at the work of our skilled artisans and tradespeople,…
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Mindfulness at the Museum: A Series Practice Inspired by the History of the Canterbury Female Boarding School
Mindfulness at the Museum: A Series Practice Inspired by the History of the Canterbury Female Boarding School
The Prudence Crandall Museum will host a series of mindfulness programs to explore deeper source connections between relevant aspects of the Canterbury School story and the individual lives of participants through breathwork techniques and introspective readings of primary sources. Join wellness educator Robin Thompson, RN, from East and West of the River Wellness, and museum…
Basket-Making Workshop
Basket-Making Workshop
Step back in time to learn a craft from the 18th century, with some modern tools to make the process a bit easier. Local artist and basket-maker Sue Muldoon will teach participants to make a small wall hanging basket to display fresh cut flowers or store personal items. All materials included. This program is part of…
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Mindfulness at the Museum: A Series Practice Inspired by the History of the Canterbury Female Boarding School
Mindfulness at the Museum: A Series Practice Inspired by the History of the Canterbury Female Boarding School
The Prudence Crandall Museum will host a series of mindfulness programs to explore deeper source connections between relevant aspects of the Canterbury School story and the individual lives of participants through breathwork techniques and introspective readings of primary sources. Join wellness educator Robin Thompson, RN, from East and West of the River Wellness, and museum…
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Mindfulness at the Museum: A Series Practice Inspired by the History of the Canterbury Female Boarding School
Mindfulness at the Museum: A Series Practice Inspired by the History of the Canterbury Female Boarding School
The Prudence Crandall Museum will host a series of mindfulness programs to explore deeper source connections between relevant aspects of the Canterbury School story and the individual lives of participants through breathwork techniques and introspective readings of primary sources. Join wellness educator Robin Thompson, RN, from East and West of the River Wellness, and museum…
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Experience the Largest Military Reenactment in New England
Experience the Largest Military Reenactment in New England
Redcoats & Rebels returns on August 3rd and 4th! See the largest military re-enactment in New England with hundreds of costumed Revolutionary War reenactors, both soldiers and civilians, encamped on the Village Common. Visitors can explore our exhibits and galleries, watch demonstrations, and talk with our costumed historians about everyday life in early New England.…