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SUMMARY:Bittersweet: Chocolate in the American Colonies
DESCRIPTION:Experience the growing\, harvesting\, and historical process of making cocoa in Westport Museum’s hands-on exhibition that explores the connection between chocolate and Westport’s mercantile past in the 18th and 19th century. Learn more about the history of the cocoa industry in the American colonies and how the Saugatuck River and other regional waterways supported this trade. \nThis exhibit is included in the ticket price for visitors. It is on display until November 11\, 2023.
URL:https://westporthistory.org/event/bittersweet-chocolate-in-the-american-colonies/
LOCATION:Westport Museum for History & Culture\, 25 Avery Place\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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SUMMARY:I Thee Wed: Bridal Fashion from the Collections
DESCRIPTION:Visitors can explore several examples of wedding gowns—both white and the less traditional—in the Museum’s collection in I Thee Wed: Western Bridal Fashion from the Collection. Discover how these iconic dresses and their place in the world of fashion relate to wealth\, class\, gender\, and women’s rights. Or try creating your own wedding dress with fashions from around the world at our interactive magnet wall. \nThis exhibit is included in the ticket price for visitors. It is on display until November 11\, 2023.
URL:https://westporthistory.org/event/i-thee-wed-bridal-fashion-from-the-collections/
LOCATION:Westport Museum for History & Culture\, 25 Avery Place\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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SUMMARY:Legacy: the Adairs of Westport
DESCRIPTION:For nearly one hundred years Benjamin Adair and his descendants called Westport home. Likely born into slavery in North Carolina\, Adair built a prosperous life through a series of smart investments and his association with financier Morris Ketchum. Married to Ursula Mingo of Long Island’s Shinnecock nation\, for decades Adair’s daughters became prominent educators and creatives\, yet their story and Westport Legacy was interrupted when the family lost their homestead through unfair real estate taxation. Rediscovered in 2020\, their legacy is re-explored in this exhibit built using artifacts from descendants. \nThis exhibit is included in the ticket price for visitors. It is on display until November 11\, 2023.
URL:https://westporthistory.org/event/legacy-the-adairs-of-westport/
LOCATION:Westport Museum for History & Culture\, 25 Avery Place\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T200000
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SUMMARY:Into the Sanitarium Escape Room
DESCRIPTION:Can you go into the Sanitarium escape room and make it out? Can you uncover the truth of the Westport Sanitarium? Rumors have spread of strange goings on inside the patient wing. Like the famed Nelly Bly\, you are a reporter who has gone inside the sanitarium to investigate but find yourself locked inside the doctor’s private office. Your group of up to ten people have one hour before the sanitarium staff return and begin your treatment. \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. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.  \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\nPurchase your tickets online here. To book a private session or use your member discount\, please call the museum at (203)-222-1424.  \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\nOnline 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. The room is not suitable for individuals with pacemakers. \n\n\n\nMade possible\, in part\, by generous sponsorship by Cohen & Wolfe 
URL:https://westporthistory.org/event/into-the-sanitarium-escape-room/
LOCATION:Westport Museum for History & Culture\, 25 Avery Place\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs,Spooktober
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T090000
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SUMMARY:Winter Market
DESCRIPTION:Winter Market exclusive members’ only hour begins at 9 am! Be the first to peruse the offerings of our local vendors\, including wreaths by the Westport Garden Club\, and unique seasonal and Westport-themed items from the Museum’s shop. Buy your Family level membership today to beat the crowds during the early member hour.  \n\n\n\nThis family-friendly winter market will bring the holiday spirit to downtown Westport. View our gingerbread village of local buildings\, explore our local vendor booths\, enjoy the warming fire and hot chocolate\, and much more.  Our vendors include: \n\n\n\nThe Westport Garden Club\, The Silhouette Lady\, Golden Hill Paugussett Clan Mother Shoran Waupatukuay Piper\, Anna’s Hummingbird\, The Whimsical Redhead\, And Romeo\, Bamu Bamu Fire Club\, Libby’s Sewing Garage\, Made By Mama\, Wild Women Coffee\, Alina’s Cakes & Cookies\, Blossom + Stem Floral Design\, Jennie Lupinacci\, and Westport is the Bestport \n\n\n\nWhile you shop\, visit Santa and get a photograph! Santa is double checking his list and will have a candy cane or sticker for each visitor.  \n\n\n\nWhile you’re here have a one-of-a-kind hand cut silhouette crafted right before your eyes. Reservations for silhouette appointments may be made in the form below.  \n\n\n\nThis is a free event offered on the grounds of the museum. Like our programs? We’d appreciate your support! Suggested donation of $5\, continues our unique programming.  Visit our donation form.  \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/winter-market/
LOCATION:Westport Museum for History & Culture\, 25 Avery Place\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holly Days,Programs
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SUMMARY:Free First Saturdays
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n\n\n\nYoung visitors can enjoy a scavenger hunt in the museum\, the diorama of Westport featuring an audio tour by Joanne Woodward\, coloring pages\, colonial games and more. Adult visitors will enjoy our wide array of exhibits. Our 2023 exhibitions include Legacy: The Adairs of Westport\, Bittersweet: Chocolate in the American Colonies\, I Thee Wed: Bridal Fashion from the Collections\, Reluctant Liberators: Westport in the Civil War\, Becoming Westport\, and our local history gallery.
URL:https://westporthistory.org/event/free-first-saturdays/
LOCATION:Westport Museum for History & Culture\, 25 Avery Place\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231204T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231204T183000
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SUMMARY:Ornament Making
DESCRIPTION:Journey across the street after enjoying the lighting of the town evergreen for ornament making in the museum’s newly renovated barn. Enjoy carols while sipping coco and crafting one-of-a-kind ornaments to decorate your home for the season.   \n\n\n\nDrop-in to create your unique decoration and peruse our shop for holiday gifts—your purchases support the museum too! Museum members receive a discount in our shop\, including holiday merchandise and year-round programs.  \n\n\n\n$5 entry includes coco and all materials for your group of four. Parking is available behind Town hall and on Myrtle Avenue.  \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/ornament-making/
LOCATION:Westport Museum for History & Culture\, 25 Avery Place\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holly Days,Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T153000
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SUMMARY:Gingerbread Cookie Decorating
DESCRIPTION:Grab your favorite person and decorate your very own gingerbread cookie for the holiday season!   \n\n\n\nEach pair receives their choice of two gingerbread cookies\, assorted candy\, and icing to decorate as well as staff to give recommendations. These cookies will be a delicious seasonal souvenir. A great activity for parents and children\, couples\, and friends to be together during the most festive time of the year.  \n\n\n\nReservations may be made at 11:30 am\, 1 pm or 2:30 pm; each workshop lasts for approximately 60 minutes. Workshops are limited to 6 pairs during each time slot\, save your spot in the form below before we sell out!  \n\n\n\nTickets for our workshop are $15 for non-members\, and $10 for members and include all materials.  \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\n\nCookies provided by Alina’s Cakes & Cookies \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/gingerbread-cookie/
LOCATION:Westport Museum for History & Culture\, 25 Avery Place\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holly Days,Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T170000
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SUMMARY:Cultural Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a global celebration at Westport Museum for History & Culture’s inaugural Cultural Fellowship on December 12th. Immerse yourself in the magic of Diwali\, Chanukah\, Persian Solstice\, Chinese Solstice\, Kwanzaa\, Watch Night\, and Three Kings Day.   \n\n\n\nExplore enchanting tables\, savor delectable treats\, and engage with passionate speakers. This isn’t just an event; it’s an immersive experience celebrating unity\, diversity\, and the pure magic of winter festivities worldwide. Don’t miss this unforgettable journey! Everyone is welcome.  \n\n\n\nThis is a free event offered on the grounds of the museum. Like our programs? We’d appreciate your support! Suggested donation of $5\, continues our unique programming.  Visit our donation form.  \n\n\n\nJoin us for more Holly Days programs\, festive activities for the whole family! Click here to explore more.  \n\n\n\nGenerously sponsored by Vein Institute\, Speech and Feeding Kids\, and Village Pediatrics
URL:https://westporthistory.org/event/cultural-fellowship/
LOCATION:Westport Museum for History & Culture\, 25 Avery Place\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holly Days,Programs
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