Discover the history of 95 Riverside Ave. with Tom Vaughn at the Carousel Museum
By Laura Bailey The Carousel Museum invites you to step back in time and uncover the fascinating history of one of Bristol’s most iconic locations…
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Children’s Mad Hatter’s New Year’s Eve Tea Party returns to American Clock & Watch Museum
The American Clock & Watch Museum is bringing back its popular children’s tea party just in time for the New Year. The fan favorite Mad…
Al Fenton Big Band Holiday Special set for Dec. 19 at The Carousel Museum
By Laura Bailey Celebrate the season with an evening of live music, swing dancing, and festive fun with the Al Fenton Big Band Holiday Special at The…
Bristol Sports Hall of Fame 2024 Induction Ceremony to be aired on Nutmeg TV
The Bristol Sports Hall of Fame held its 28th annual induction ceremony on Friday, November 22. The event took place at the DoubleTree in Bristol. Eight…
Holiday Tea Party at the clock museum slated for December 8
A Holiday Tea event is scheduled for December 8th at the American Clock & Watch Museum from 3:00-5:00 PM. Catered by Cravings of Bristol, attendees can enjoy an elegant afternoon with tea, sandwiches, and desserts. Tickets are $50, available by phone or at the museum, but are non-refundable.
Carousel Museum to hold global photo contest
By Laura Bailey The Carousel Museum is inviting carousel enthusiasts and photographers from around the world to showcase their creativity and passion for carousel art with…
Clock & Watch Museum offers week of free admissions and special activities commemorating 70th anniversary
The week of April 10-14 the American Clock & Watch Museum will celebrate the 70th anniversary of its opening with free museum admission. In addition,…
Clock and Watch museum installs vintage Seth Thomas street clock
By David Fortier Workers have begun installing a vintage Seth Thomas clock on the property of the American Clock & Watch Museum on the perimeter…
Next up for ‘Mantels for the Season’ at American Clock and Watch Museum is museums and city art and culture
By David Fortier The American Clock & Watch Museum will be featuring its sixth annual “Mantels for the Season” exhibit through Dec. 30. This year’s…
Carousel Museum to admit children for free in 2024
The Carousel Museum will offer free admission for children aged 12 and under in 2024, thanks to support from the Barnes Foundation. Education Manager Katie Bassett announced enhancements to the Tinker Workshop, featuring new interactive activities. The initiative aims to inspire creativity and promote STEAM learning for young visitors through hands-on experiences.
Lt. Gov. Bysiewicz visits Carousel Museum to promote Connecticut Summer at the Museum program
By Laura Bailey Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz joined Bristol leadership and legislatures at the Carousel Museum on Friday to promote the Connecticut Summer at the…
Bristol’s first official public Juneteenth celebration to be hosted by Carousel Museum
The Carousel Museum in Bristol will host its first public Juneteenth celebration on June 19, featuring a proclamation reading by a local NAACP official. The event, called a Freedom Day Celebration, aims to educate the community about Juneteenth’s significance and includes live entertainment, food vendors, and activities for children.
New England Carousel Museum offers new programs for visitors of all ages
The New England Carousel Museum, led by Executive Director Morgan Urgo, focuses on preserving carousel history and engaging the community through diverse programs. Education Manager Katie Bassett has introduced interactive activities for children and adults, fostering connection and nostalgia. The museum strives to cultivate future carousel enthusiasts while preserving memorabilia.
Local Museums receive CT Cultural Fund Operating Support Grant from CT Humanities
Connecticut Humanities, the statewide, nonprofit affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), has awarded four Bristol museums over $65,000 from the CT Cultural…