Westport Museum for History and Culture
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Darkness: Experience CT’s Witch Panic
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, Wesport, Connecticut, United StatesDarkness, Inside the Mind of Connecticut’s Witches is a unique Halloween experience. Enter 1647 and witness the witch trials that European colonists experienced through their own words, in the darkness that pervaded their everyday lives. Sit with us in the dark and hear about superstitions of witchcraft and the belief that danger—both physical and supernatural—was […]
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StoryFest
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, Wesport, Connecticut, United StatesStoryFest is everywhere on Saturday morning, starting at the Westport Museum for History & Culture! StoryFest Saturday morning kicks off with spooky storytelling for the whole family at the Westport Museum for History & Culture! Get in the Halloween spirit with award-winning and best-selling authors Lorien Lawrence, Cody Daigle-Orians, and more, plus a special appearance […]
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The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Reading by Washington Irving
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, Wesport, Connecticut, United StatesStep into the shadows of legend as the ghost of Washington Irving himself rises to recount his chilling tale, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Gather in our historic barn, where flickering lantern light set the perfect stage for the Headless Horseman to ride again. This special performance features an abbreviated, family-friendly reading of Irving’s classic […]
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Free First Saturdays
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, Wesport, Connecticut, United StatesFirst Saturdays are a great opportunity to experience what we have to offer at the Westport Museum free of charge on the first Saturday of each month. Young visitors can enjoy a scavenger hunt in the museum, the diorama of Westport featuring an audio tour by Joanne Woodward, coloring pages, colonial games and more. Adult […]
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Holiday Sip & Shop
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, Wesport, Connecticut, United StatesKick off the holiday season at Westport Museum’s cozy Sip & Shop event! Browse our festive selection of just-in vintage finds, hand-made treasures, and unique themed ornaments while sipping warm mulled wine or hot cider and enjoying light nibbles. This is the perfect chance to find one-of-a-kind gifts and decorations while supporting the Museum. Bring […]
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Holiday Wreath Workshop
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, Wesport, Connecticut, United StatesCelebrate the yuletide season by creating your own one-of-a-kind evergreen wreath. Led by Certified Master Gardener Kelle Ruden. Included in your registration is one 20”-26″ evergreen wreath, a decorative bow, natural trim, and embellishments. We encourage you to bring your own gloves and any favorite decor, ornaments or trimmings you might like to use. Tickets […]
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Ornament Making Drop-In
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, Wesport, Connecticut, United StatesBring the whole family and get creative! Drop in to make your own festive ornament—supplies are included and fun is guaranteed. While you’re here, browse our holiday shop for unique gifts that give back: every purchase helps support the museum. Museum members enjoy special discounts on holiday merchandise and programs all year long, so it’s […]
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