Immerse yourself in history on Saturday, October 25! “Paranoia: Guided Tours on the Witchcraft Trials in Colonial Connecticut.” Ancient Burying Grounds, Hartford Located at the cornerof Main Street and Gold Street (behind the First Church of Christ) Starting at 10:30 am This event offers a unique opportunity to explore thefascinating history of witchcraft panic in […]
It’s time for some sweet competition! Connecticut’s Old State House is pleased to host its 4th Annual Election Cake Bake Off. Connecticut pastry chefs and bakers will go whisk to whisk to have their confection crowned the official Connecticut Election Cake of 2025. The public is invited to join Connecticut’s Kid Governor Keudy Martinez, members […]
Connecticut’s Old State House will kick off America’s 250th birthday as part of First Night Hartford festivities on Wednesday, December 31. Those with a First Night pin are invited to stop by the museum between 2:00 pm and5:45 pm for family-friendly activities related to the Revolutionary War. A national historic landmark, Connecticut’s Old State House is […]
Students from Fairfield County will come together to compete in the 2026 Connecticut History Day Fairfield Regional Contest. The Fairfield event is one of five Regional Contests hosted by The Connecticut Democracy Center this spring. Participating students have chosen a topic related to the 2026 theme of Revolution, Reaction, Reform in History and have since […]
High School Students Ready to Make History at Connecticut History Day Norwich Regional Competition Students from Norwich area schools will come together to compete in the 2026 Connecticut History Day Norwich Regional Contest. The Norwich event is one of five Regional Contests hosted by The Connecticut Democracy Center this spring. Participating students have chosen a topic related […]
Students from Mansfield area schools will come together to compete in the 2026 Connecticut History Day Mansfield Regional Contest. The Mansfield event is one of five Regional Contests hosted by The Connecticut Democracy Center this spring. Participating students have chosen a topic related to the 2026 theme of Revolution, Reaction, Reform in History and have […]
Join the Connecticut Democracy Center and civics practitioners from across the state as we elevate the importance of civic learning in the halls of the Capitol! Sign up to reserve exhibitor table space where you can display information about your organization and programs, and speak with legislators and their staffs about why we must prioritize […]
The Connecticut Democracy Center (CTDC) is pleased to announce the recipients of their third annual Connecticut Democracy Center Awards. This year the 2026 CTDC Community Leader Award will be presented to Patricia Russo, Executive Director, The Campaign School at Yale University. Eversource Energy has been selected to receive the CTDC Business Leader Award in recognition of the […]
Watch on YouTube HEREAcross Connecticut, students are leading some of the state’s most impactful civic engagement initiatives and demonstrating their leadership potential. The Connecticut Democracy Center in conjunction with Connecticut's Old State House invite you to this free webinar highlighting student-led work being done through the Voter Captains Project, the CT Youth Political Advisory Center, […]
Students from Torrington area schools will come together to compete in the 2026 Connecticut History Day Torrington Regional Contest. The Torrington event is one of five Regional Contests hosted by The Connecticut Democracy Center this spring. Participating students have chosen a topic related to the 2026 theme of Revolution, Reaction, Reform in History and have […]
Connecticut students will gather to compete in the 2026 Connecticut History Day New Haven Regional Contest, one of five Regional Contests hosted by The Connecticut Democracy Center this spring. Participating students have chosen a topic related to the 2026 theme of Revolution, Reaction, Reform in History and have since conducted research and interviewed experts in […]
Parking at Welte Garage or outside the Student CenterOver 400 middle and high school Connecticut students representing an estimated 69 schools are competing on May 2 for the chance to represent their State atthe National History Day Contest, being held in June at the University ofMaryland. The State Contest is a culmination of months of […]