Will it be an early spring or a long winter? Only Connecticut Chuckles Knows! “Chuckles” is keenly aware of her celebrity status as Connecticut’s official groundhog. You may only see her sleeping, but that is because she is up all night consulting with meteorologists, examining satellite photos and reading her farmer’s almanac. Please join museum…
Groundhog Prediction 2/2/19
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Drop & Shop Night 12/7
Rudolph is already filing his flight plan. Will you be ready? Our “Drop & Shop” night can help. Children ages 3–10 are invited to a fun-filled pajama party at the museum while their parents make holiday preparations (or just enjoy a quiet dinner together). Your contribution of $20 includes a pizza dinner, activities, crafts, and a movie. Jammies are optional, but you might…
Family Paint Afternoon 12/9/18
Join us for an afternoon of family fun and learn about Austrian symbolist painter, Gustav Klimt. Using acrylics on canvas you will recreate your very own painting of Klimt’s The Sunflower while enjoying cheese, crackers, and juice. Registration is required for this program and space is limited. Your contribution includes two guests for the program and free admission to the…
Winter Newsletter Available Online
Find out about upcoming classes and activities here: Winter Newsletter Link
Black Friday Blowout 11/23
Receive a 25% discount on all products in the museum’s gift shop. One day only. Stock up on fun and educational gifts without the stress of finding a parking space at the mall. Friday, November 23 9:00AM-5:00PM
Animal Room Maintenance 9/23/18
The animal room will be closed for maintenance on Sunday September 23. Our staff will offer programs with live animals at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, 3:30 and 4:30. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Boston Trip 10/27/18
Join us for a fun day in Bean Town. Comfortable passenger vans will transport you to the Boston Children’s Museum, where those with a reciprocal membership card will receive half-price admission. Then it’s a pleasant walk along Rowes Wharf to the New England Aquarium and Quincy Market. Relax and leave the driving to us! Only $20 per person for door-to-door transportation. Departs Manchester 9:00 AM. Departs Boston…
New Farm Day Sponsors Announced
We are happy to welcome two major sponsors to Farm Day. Bob’s Discount Furniture is a major furniture retailer with ninety-nine stores located in sixteen states. Their headquarters is in Manchester where they actively support many local non-profit organizations. Flying Connected is a corporate iPad rental company that provides event hardware to major companies, nonprofits…
Farm Day – September 1
Don’t miss this end-of-summer tradition held at the Fish Family Farm in Bolton. Children of all ages will love the farm animals, hayrides, games, live musical performances, vendor market, and all the farm-fresh ice cream you can eat! Proceeds benefit outreach services at the Lutz Children’s Museum. Saturday September 1st 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Admission (Ages…
