• Destination Westport: Westport Sanitarium

    Winslow Dog Park 25 CT-136, Westport, Connecticut, United States

    This Halloween season, dare to uncover the chilling past of Westport’s lost sanitariums, where heartbreak, psychological control, and eerie medical practices once thrived. Though the buildings have vanished, the spirits ...

    $10 – $15
  • Destination Westport: Saugatuck Stories

    Saugatuck Train Station 1 Railroad Pl, Westport, Connecticut, United States

    Explore the Hidden Stories of Saugatuck!  Join us for a fascinating one-mile walking tour through Saugatuck, located at the mouth of the Saugatuck River and Long Island Sound. Discover the ...

    $10 – $15
  • StoryFest–POSTPONED TO OCTOBER 30

    StoryFest is everywhere on Saturday morning, starting at the Westport Museum for History & Culture!  StoryFest Saturday morning kicks off with spooky storytelling for the whole family at the Westport ...

  • Free First Saturdays

    First Saturdays are a great opportunity to experience what we have to offer at the Westport Museum free of charge on the first Saturday of each month.  Young visitors can ...

  • Music and Math Collide: The Genius of Music and Math

    Grades 3-5   Your child will explore addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions through interactive drumming and piano lessons, connecting math directly to music. Using Common Core skills in fun, hands-on games, students strengthen critical thinking, creativity, ...

  • Real Revolution: Washington’s Spies Escape Room

    As the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements.  In our brand-new Escape Room experience ...

  • Ornament Making Drop-In

    Bring the whole family and get creative! Drop in to make your own festive ornament—supplies are included and fun is guaranteed. While you’re here, browse our holiday shop for unique ...

  • Cultural Fellowship

    Join the Westport Museum for History & Culture for our third annual Cultural Fellowship! This free event celebrates the many different wintertime celebrations that are not only celebrated here in ...

  • Meet Santa Claus!

    Celebrate the magic of the season with a special visit from Santa at the museum! Children are invited to meet Santa and share their holiday wishes. Don’t miss this charming holiday tradition that brings ...

  • Free First Saturdays

    First Saturdays are a great opportunity to experience what we have to offer at the Westport Museum free of charge on the first Saturday of each month.  Young visitors can ...

  • Salt Box Gingerbread House Drawing 

    Combine your love for history and holiday cheer! Enter for a chance to win a hand-baked and decorated gingerbread house inspired by the iconic Colonial “saltbox” style, a beloved staple ...

  • Gingerbread Cookie Decorating  

    Double the Cookies, Double the Fun! One ticket gets you two oversized gingerbread cookies (persons or trees) to decorate and enjoy. Bring your favorite cookie buddy—or keep both for yourself!  ...


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Past Events

Browse recent events hosted by the Westport Museum for History and Culture. For more information about these events, please contact our team.