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SUMMARY:Daring Dinner Escape Room
DESCRIPTION:As a famous reporter investigating the rising National Socialist German Workers’ Party in Germany\, you’re not surprised to receive an invitation at the home of a top German General for a dinner party. After a tip that this General owns top-secret documents that could reveal vital information about what the Germans are planning\, you accept. Arriving early\, you sneak into the house and steal a glimpse of these documents before dinner starts. However\, you are on a strict time limit – the General and his dinner guests will arrive in 60 minutes. If you are caught with these documents\, the consequences will be dire. Can you find the information before you are found out?  \n\n\n\nThis is a great group activity! Wonderful for birthdays\, company activities or a club outing. Fun for the whole family\, this escape room is recommended for children over eight. Online waiver acknowledgment is required prior to entry into the escape room. Those 17 and under must have the waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Participants under 15 must have an adult ticket holder in their group.  \n\n\n\nTickets $20 for members\, $25 for non-members. Groups of 2-10 people. Reservations are required\, select your date and time online. Reservations close 48 hours prior to their posted start date. You may make your reservation private for an additional $10 per group.  \n\n\n\nTickets may be purchased with the online form. To book a private session or use your member discount\, please email the museum at info@westporthistory.org.  \n\n\n\nTime slots are available Tuesdays-Thursdays from 11:30 am to 5 pm; on Fridays and Saturdays slots run from 11:30 am through 8 pm. All reservations last for 60 minutes\, with the recommendation of arriving 15 minutes prior to your start time.   \n\n\n\nTickets are nonrefundable. In the event you must cancel\, we will consider your purchase a donation and will happily issue you a donation receipt. Groups arriving 15 minutes after their reservation start time will have their reservation cancelled without a refund. \n\n\n\nSponsored\, in part\, by Cohen and Wolfe
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SUMMARY:Native American Healing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the Westport Museum as we welcome Clan Mother Shoran Waupatukuay Piper of the Golden Hill Paugussett tribe for a one-of-a-kind workshop about traditional Native healing techniques. Learn how to create a soothing salve ointment through this rare hands-on experience.  \n\n\n\nClan Mother Piper\, in addition to being well-versed in indigenous healing methods\, is the tribal leader of the Paugussett nation and wider community\, and an accomplished author. Her book “Red Road: Traditional Voice of Afro-Indigenous American” was published in 2021 and is described as a work where “you will learn and understand the true real authentic Afro-Indigenous American and Indigenous American traditional ways.”  \n\n\n\nTickets are $30 per person\, $25 for members. Register using the form below to save your spot. Workshops limited to 12 attendees\, save your spot with the reservation form below before we sell out! To support the museum and take advantage of membership discounts\, please join today!  \n\n\n\nTickets are nonrefundable. In the event you must cancel\, we will consider your purchase a donation and will happily issue you a donation receipt.   \n\n\n\nWestport Museum is accessible via public transit! The Westport-Saugatuck railroad station has connections on the MTA New Haven line from Norwalk\, Bridgeport\, Stratford\, Milford\, and New Haven\, and more. Uber 2.3 miles to the Museum or take the Norwalk Wheels bus transit system when available to Post Road West at Myrtle Avenue\, which is a brief 7-minute walk from the Museum!  \n\n\n\nCan’t make this event\, but want to learn about the vital role the Paugussett Tribe plays in our community? Come to our plaque dedication on November 23rd that will not only celebrate the Indigenous peoples whose land we occupy\, but also the countless members of the African American community who made Westport the town it is today.  \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://westporthistory.org/event/native-american-healing-workshop/
LOCATION:Westport Museum for History & Culture\, 25 Avery Place\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holly Days,Programs
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SUMMARY:Book Evaluation with Head to Tail Books 
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to have your vintage books evaluated? Ever wondered what stories they might tell other than what’s written on the page? Make an appointment at the museum to meet with Michele Wan\, proprietor of Head to Tail Books\, to learn more about your old books.  \n\n\n\nExamples of materials to bring for evaluation:  \n\n\n\n\nHandpress-era books \n\n\n\nModern books \n\n\n\nFirst editions \n\n\n\nBooks by authors from marginalized or underrepresented communities (people of color\, LGBTQ+\, women\, etc.) \n\n\n\nHistorical and fine bindings \n\n\n\nQuirky and unusual publications \n\n\n\nEphemera and manuscripts (letters\, notes\, advertisements\, etc.) \n\n\n\n\n30-minute appointments cost $75 and may be made for no more than 5 items. Should you have over 5 items\, please contact Ms. Wan for a private appointment on another day.   \n\n\n\nAppointment bookings can be reserved with the form below.  \n\n\n\nHead to Tail Books is a bookstore for rare\, vintage\, and collectible books\, open online and by appointment in Westport\, Connecticut. Prior to establishing the store\, Ms. Wan cataloged rare books and manuscripts as the Special Collections Cataloging Librarian for Columbia University Libraries. She also managed the CABS-Minnesota Diverse Voices Fellowship for early-career booksellers from 2021-2023. Ms. Wan attended Rare Book School at the University of Virginia\, as well as the Colorado Antiquarian Book Seminar.  \n\n\n\nOpinions of value are informal and may not be used for insurance or charitable donation\, which require a certified appraisal. 
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SUMMARY:Dress Construction Viewing 
DESCRIPTION:Ever wanted to know how a dress from your favorite period drama was made? Have questions about fashion from the past?  \n\n\n\nJoin our Assistant Director\, Nicole Carpenter\, as she creates a reproduction gown based on 18th century examples and techniques. Visitors are encouraged to ask questions about the process of creating a gown\, the history of mantua-makers or dress makers\, and the Museum’s textile collection. Visitors can also try textile art objects like a spinning wheel\, loom\, and embroidery hoops for themselves.  \n\n\n\nInterested in learning more about our textile collection? Book a private collection event or group lecture to experience unique items up close. Use our contact form to learn more.
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SUMMARY:Black & Indigenous History Plaque Dedication 
DESCRIPTION:Westport Museum will be dedicating a permanent plaque honoring the native peoples of this area—the Golden Hill Paugussett tribe as well as the area’s earliest Black residents. The dedication will be followed by a brief reception with light refreshments. Further information on both groups will be available.  \n\n\n\nThe Paugussett people have been residing in the area of what is now southeast Connecticut area for nearly 7500 years but were pushed out of the region in 1639. The plaque will honor their history while acknowledging their ongoing struggle for Federal recognition. Likewise\, Black Westporters have been integral to the creation of Connecticut—and the nation at large—but have largely gone unrecognized. Their memorial recognizes the earliest individuals of color\, almost entirely enslaved\, who made our town.  \n\n\n\nLike our programs? We’d appreciate your support! Suggested donation of $5 continues our unique programming.  Visit our donation form.  \n\n\n\nWestport Museum is accessible via public transit! The Westport-Saugatuck railroad station has connections on the MTA New Haven line from Norwalk\, Bridgeport\, Stratford\, Milford\, and New Haven\, and more. Uber 2.3 miles to the Museum or take the Norwalk Wheels bus transit system when available to Post Road West at Myrtle Avenue\, which is a brief 7-minute walk from the Museum! 
URL:https://westporthistory.org/event/black-and-indigenous-plauqe-dedication/
LOCATION:Westport Museum for History & Culture\, 25 Avery Place\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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SUMMARY:Holiday Wreath Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Make your own festive décor at our holiday wreath workshop. Led by the Westport Garden Club\, your personal creation will add a touch of jovial cheer to your home.   \n\n\n\nIncluded in your registration is one 20”-26″ evergreen wreath\, a decorative bow\, natural trim\, and embellishments. We encourage you to bring your own gloves and any favorite decor\, ornaments or trimmings you might like to use.  \n\n\n\nTickets are $65 per person\, $55 for members. Register using the form below to save your spot. Workshops limited to 12 attendees\, save your spot with the reservation form below before we sell out! To support the museum and take advantage of membership discounts\, please join today!  \n\n\n\nA waiting list is available if all spaces are sold\, email programming@westporthistory.org to be placed on the list. Tickets are nonrefundable. In the event you must cancel\, we will consider your purchase a donation and will happily issue you a donation receipt.   \n\n\n\nWestport Museum is accessible via public transit! The Westport-Saugatuck railroad station has connections on the MTA New Haven line from Norwalk\, Bridgeport\, Stratford\, Milford\, and New Haven\, and more. Uber 2.3 miles to the Museum or take the Norwalk Wheels bus transit system when available to Post Road West at Myrtle Avenue\, which is a brief 7-minute walk from the Museum!  \n\n\n\n\nNot feeling crafty? Visit the Museum’s Winter Market on December 7th to participate in a plethora of festive activities in downtown Westport!   \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for more Holly Days programs\, festive activities for the whole family! Click here to explore more. 
URL:https://westporthistory.org/event/holiday-wreath-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Westport Museum for History & Culture\, 25 Avery Place\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
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