Amistad Journey to Freedom: Welcome Event

Welcome the schooner Amistad to Hartford at Mortensen Riverfront Plaza (Lower Plaza) with remarks from honored guests and speakers and entertainment. Then join us at Connecticut's Old State House for a reception with light refreshments.

Farmers Market at Connecticut’s Old State House

The Old State House Farmers Market, centered in bustling downtown Hartford, provides local workers and city residents with access to farm-fresh produce and the opportunity to experience a bit of country atmosphere right in the heart of the city! Featuring Connecticut Grown farmers, crafters, and lively music, shoppers at the farmers market can feel good […]

Summer Concert Series: The Kenn Morr Band

Join us for our annual FREE Summer Concert Series! This year, the Summer Concerts will be held on the East Lawn of Connecticut's Old State House beginning at noon. Concerts will also be live-streamed on our Facebook page and YouTube channel!No tickets or reservations needed to attend this free concert at Connecticut’s Old State House.Feel free […]

Amistad Voyage to Freedom and Justice

Voyage to Freedom and Justice: 2 pm-4 pmLocation: Mortensen Riverfront Plaza (Lower Plaza)Moderated by Rev. AJ Johnson

Farmers Market at Connecticut’s Old State House

The Old State House Farmers Market, centered in bustling downtown Hartford, provides local workers and city residents with access to farm-fresh produce and the opportunity to experience a bit of country atmosphere right in the heart of the city! Featuring Connecticut Grown farmers, crafters, and lively music, shoppers at the farmers market can feel good […]

Conneticut’s Kid Governor Library Circuit – Southington Public Library

Join 2021 Connecticut’s Kid Governor Reese Naughton along her Library Circuit as she shares her platform - Be Positive: Pandemic Perseverance.Thursday, September 16 - 4:30 PMSouthington Public Library255 Main St, Southington, CT 06489Connecticut’s Kid Governor® is an award-winning statewide civics program created by the Connecticut Democracy Center at Connecticut’s Old State House. Learn more at CT.KidGovernor.org

Farmers Market at Connecticut’s Old State House

The Old State House Farmers Market, centered in bustling downtown Hartford, provides local workers and city residents with access to farm-fresh produce and the opportunity to experience a bit of country atmosphere right in the heart of the city! Featuring Connecticut Grown farmers, crafters, and lively music, shoppers at the farmers market can feel good […]

Summer Concert Series: Nelson Bello Jazz Trio

Join us for our annual FREE Summer Concert Series! This year, the Summer Concerts will be held on the East Lawn of Connecticut's Old State House beginning at noon. Concerts will also be live-streamed on our Facebook page and YouTube channel!No tickets or reservations needed to attend this free concert at Connecticut’s Old State House.Feel free […]

Turning the Tides of Justice: The Amistad Trial at CT’s Old State House

In September of 1839, the Amistad captives appeared for the first time in a formal court during trials held at Connecticut’s Old State House. Finally, the Africans were able to have the platform to tell their story and defend their actions on board the schooner Amistad. In the course of the trials held here, the […]

Connecticut’s Kid Governor Library Tour – Otis Public Library, Norwich

Join 2021 Connecticut’s Kid Governor Reese Naughton along her Library Circuit as she shares her platform - Be Positive: Pandemic Perseverance.Saturday, September 18- 10:00 AMOtis Public Library261 Main St, Norwich, CT 06360Connecticut’s Kid Governor® is an award-winning statewide civics program created by the Connecticut Democracy Center at Connecticut’s Old State House. Learn more at CT.KidGovernor.org

Connecticut’s Kid Governor Library Circuit – Milford Public Library (Virtual)

Join 2021 Connecticut’s Kid Governor Reese Naughton along her Library Circuit as she shares her platform - Be Positive: Pandemic Perseverance.Saturday, September 18- 1:30 PMHosted by Milford Public LibraryThevirtual meet and greets are open to all and can be seen on Connecticut’s Kid Governor Facebookpage and the hosting library’s Facebook page.Connecticut’s Kid Governor® is an award-winning […]

Connecticut’s Kid Governor Library Circuit – Bridgeport Public Library (Virtual)

Join 2021 Connecticut’s Kid Governor Reese Naughton along her Library Circuit as she shares her platform - Be Positive: Pandemic Perseverance.Saturday, September 18- 2:30 PMHosted by Bridgeport Public LibraryThe virtual meet and greets are open to all and can be seen on Connecticut’s Kid Governor Facebook page and the hosting library’s Facebook page.Connecticut’s Kid Governor® is an award-winning […]