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 Carousel Museum on Thursday, Dec….
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By Laura Bailey The Carousel Museum is set to host the “Girls in STEAM” event next month, inviting young women and girls to explore their potential in Science, Technology, Engineering,…
By Maria Caceres Singing, dancing and a dramatic reading of Gen. Order No. 3 marked the Juneteenth celebration this past Wednesday at the Carousel Museum, filling the second-floor event space…
A Juneteenth Celebration will be held this Wednesday, June 19, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Carousel Museum. The event is free and open to the public, but an…
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 the launch of its first-ever…
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.
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 Museum program. “This is an…
By David Fortier The first celebration of Juneteenth drew over 200 people to the Carousel Museum and included a dramatic reading of General Orders., No. 3, bringing news of the…
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.
The New England Carousel Museum hosted its inaugural adult board game night, featuring conversation, dancing, and live music from the Al Fenton Big Band. Attendees enjoyed classic and modern games while the band provided a lively atmosphere with jazz renditions. The event highlighted the museum’s commitment to social engagement and flexibility.
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.