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 […]
Connecticut's Old State House is celebrating its 230th birthday! Let there be cake! Come to commemorate a double birthday – the Old State House’s 230th birthday and America’s 250th. Grab a fork and enjoy birthday cake courtesy of Natalie Townsend, owner of Nevaeh’s Cake Creations, winner of the 2025 Election Cake Bake Off! Enjoy live music and a […]
Connecticut's Old State House Farmers Market Season is every Tuesday and Friday from 10am to 2pm from June 5th to October 30th!
Connecticut's Old State House Farmers Market Season is every Tuesday and Friday from 10am to 2pm from June 5th to October 30th!
Connecticut's Old State House Farmers Market Season is every Tuesday and Friday from 10am to 2pm from June 5th to October 30th!
Connecticut's Old State House Farmers Market Season is every Tuesday and Friday from 10am to 2pm from June 5th to October 30th!
Connecticut's Old State House Farmers Market Season is every Tuesday and Friday from 10am to 2pm from June 5th to October 30th!