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New Canaan Museum & Historical Society

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April 2024

Picnic Palooza

April 28 @ 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
New Canaan Museum & Historical Society, 13 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
$10 – $25

Bring your family and your favorite teddy bear to the New Canaan Museum & Historical Society lawn for a fun afternoon of picnicking, crafts, and live music provided by Music by Marcus. Bring your lunch, blanket and chairs and we will provide the family fun! All ages welcome. To register, email kidscommittee@nchistory.org In the event of poor weather, there is a rain date of May 5.

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Architreks: Travels of Architecture Addicts

April 28 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
New Canaan Museum & Historical Society, 13 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
Free

When Peter Swanson and Bob Gregson met in 1976, it quickly became evident that they shared a passion for modern architecture. Their interest began when they were kids and continues to this day. Since then, they have traveled the world to visit well known architectural sites such as Fallingwater, Ronchamp, Brasilia and many other icons. Dubbing their travels as “architreks,” for 48 years they have collected their experiences by meeting many original owners, many of whom were clients of Frank…

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May 2024

The Photography of Vin Farrell

May 2 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Gores Pavilion, 848 Weed Street
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
Free

The architectural photography of Vin Farrell will be on display at the Gores Pavilion. Vin, who shoots with an iphone, has captured some magical moments – from the Louvre to the TWA Hotel - including the subway turnstiles above. His compositions emphasize the geometry of great architecture with a whimsy and flair that is distinctly his. Join us for an opening reception on May 2 from 5-7 pm at the Pavilion.

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Celebrate New Canaan!

May 31 @ 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
New Canaan Museum & Historical Society, 13 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
$275

Join us for our spring celebration, which includes the dedication of the new Jim and Dede Bartlett Center for New Canaan History. Enjoy dinner catered by Diane Browne, dance under the tent to the music of Fake ID, and explore the campus. It is an evening you won't want to miss. Tickets go on sale March 1. For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Whitney Williams, wwilliams@nchistory.org.

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June 2024

New Canaan Sports Trivia Night

June 1 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
New Canaan Museum & Historical Society, 13 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
$15

Calling all New Canaan sports fans: Under the tent at the New Canaan Museum & Historical Society, come and test your knowledge of local New Canaan Sports Trivia. Terry Dinan will Emcee the evening. Pizza will be served. BYOB. Open to New Canaan sports fans of all ages. Come on your own, or make a table with your teammates or friends. Fun prizes have been donated from New Canaan sports legends! To purchase tickets, please visit nchistory.org

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Ice Cream Social

June 2 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
New Canaan Museum & Historical Society, 13 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
Free

Join us for the Annual Ice Cream Social on the campus of the New Canaan Museum and Historical Society. This free event includes music by the Town Band, historic games with prizes for the children, the antique car show featuring "The People's Choice Awards" and of course, ice cream and cake!

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