Public Programs & Event Calendar
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The Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society offers public programs and events year-round for both children and adults. From exhibit openings to Tavern Nights and kids programs, there is something for everyone. Check back often for updates as some programs may change. Reservations are required for some events. Please call 860.521.5362 x21 for information or reservations unless otherwise noted.
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Coming Events*
Tavern Night: Friday, February 17, 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. SOLD OUT
Food, drink, and entertainment with music by Craig Edwards. Click for more information.
Tavern Night A Taste of Ireland: Friday, March 16: 5:30 and 7:30 p.m.
Food, drink, and entertainment– the Irish way! Music by Geoff Kaufman. Click for more information.
Tavern Night A Taste of Ireland: Saturday, March 17: 5:30 and 7:30 p.m.
Food, drink, and entertainment– the Irish way! Music by Ask Your Father. Cli
Book Discussion: Sunday, March 31, 2-4 p.m.
Local author Stephen Pevar recently released the third edition of his book, The Rights of Indians and Tribes. On Saturday, March 31, he will discuss the book and its impact on the Native American community at large, and specifically here in Connecticut. The afternoon will include a talk on The Rights of Indians and Tribes, a question and answer period, and a book signing. It is free to the public.
A Colonial Girl's Day Out: Sunday, April 15, 2-4 p.m.
Girls and their dolls are invited to nejoy a morning of colonial games, crafts, dancing, and a tea party. Crafts include making a decorated straw hat for their doll and making matching necklaces for themselves and their doll.After crafts and games, a tea party will take place in the museum's reproduction 18th-century kitchen. Girls can try tea or have some old-fashioned lemonade. The day ends with a colonial dance lesson.
All girls over the age of seven and their dolls are invited to attend this program. A Colonial Girl's Day Out is $20 per girl, or $17 for museum members. Registration is required by Friday, April 13. Please call (860)521-5362 extension 21.
Webster's War of the Words: Friday, April 27, 7 p.m.
Paper Crafting: Thursday, April 3, 2 p.m.
Mother's Day Tea: Sunday, May 13, 1-3 p.m.
Treat mom (or anyone!) to an afternoon of historical relaxation at the Noah Webster House this Mother's Day. Guests will enjoy afternoon tea, relaxing music, and a performance by Kandie Carle, The Victorian Lady. Click here for more information.
Some programs are subject to change. Please call ahead or make a reservation as required.