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The summer issue commemorates the bicentennial of the War of 1812—the conflict that some called…

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Guided tours!This week Slater celebrated National Volunteer Appreciation Week! We are so thankful for our volunteers' hard work and their dedication to Slater! Interested in meeting our talented volunteers? Attend one of our upcoming Docent Tours!!

Docent Tours are held on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month at 11am and 2pm. Each tour highlights some of the museum's world class wonders or hidden gems! No matter the topic, you are sure to learn a lot! Docent Tours are included in museum admission and do not require reservations. Appropriate for all ages. More information can be found at slatermuseum.org. ... See MoreSee Less
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CT Explored loves a bookstore!📚📕📘Check these independent bookstores!On April 27th, independent bookstores across the country – including all 21 stores on the CT Book Trail – will be celebrating the 11th anniversary of Independent Bookstores Day!

The Connecticut Book Trail is a group of 21 independently owned bookstores in Connecticut working together to bring more book lovers – both locals and tourists – into all of their shops. The Trail showcases the unique character and charm of each bookstore, while also highlighting the diverse literary community in Connecticut.

By working together, these independent bookstores hope to create a greater sense of community and to foster a love of reading and books across the state. Whether you’re looking for a hard-to-find book or the latest bestseller, you’re sure to find it at one of the participating stores on the Trail.

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Honoring #Veterans in our #Spring Issue!

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Just a note to page: we're losing our WW2 veterans, and soon our Korean War ones too.
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As a non-profit, we're always grateful when you give us your support. This time, we're asking for our organizational As a non-profit,ucAs a non-profit, we're always gratefanAs a non-profit, we're aalAs a non-profit, we're alKent Historical Societyal Society. Whatever you can give helps these wonderful organizations with their programs, outreach, research, and educational functions.
April 24 and 25, 2024. Thank you! ... See MoreSee Less
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New date!APRIL 26TH AT 7 PM

What the Wangunk Drank: a history of beverages among the Indigenous people of Wethersfield with Katherine Hermes

This lecture will focus on the various liquids Native people drank, from water to teas to alcohol. We will discuss the importance of the natural environment in providing sustenance and medicine. We will also look at the European introduction of alcohol into Native communities, conflicts with the colonists over alcohol, and temperance movements that emerged in the 18th century among Indigenous people.

This program will be located in the Keeney Center Ballroom. $10 General Public at the door, free to current Wethersfield Historical Society members.

This lecture series is funded by @cthumanities and the Robert Allan Keeney Fund at the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving.

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Looks like a fantastic lecture!
Kathy, this is awesome!
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