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Eli Whitney Museum & Workshop

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Eli Whitney Museum & Workshop

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An experimental learning workshop for students, teachers, and families.

11/06/2026

Mark your calendars! The A.C. Gilbert American Flyer Train Show opens Friday, November 27, the day after Thanksgiving. Join us for the grand opening party of this annual holiday classic! 10am–3pm

11/04/2026

Calling all crafters! There's still room in our Saturday afternoon appliqué and embroidery workshop to create a handmade ornament. Spend a few hours offline enjoying a hands-on project with our visiting educator Alexandria Crouch and fellow creatives 💛 no experience required and all materials provided! Register at eliwhitney.org

11/04/2026

This weekend! Build a Birdfeeder that you can hang in your backyard, in a park, or on a balcony!

Join the talented apprentices of the Eli Whitney Museum & Workshop for these hands-on activities at NHM! Ages 4+. Programs are free with Museum admission. Children 12 and under are free.

10/30/2026

There's still room in Tuesday's Vacation Program for 9–11 year olds! Join us in building a mechanical Jacobs Ladder. Using motor and mechanics we will automate a classic folk toy that will elegantly demonstrate the chain reaction and optical illusion behind this classic folk toy! Register at eliwhitney.org.

10/28/2026

Explore identity, storytelling, community building and personal archives through applique and embroidery! Join us on November 7 to design, decorate and sew your own applique ornament by hand. Use a template or get creative with your own personalized designs! All materials provided. Register at eliwhitney.org!

10/21/2026

'Tis the spooky season! Don't miss this weekend's costume concert with local New England legend Doctor Gasp 👻 all ages—bring the family in your best costumes!

10/17/2026

Nature and art go hand in hand 🌿 join us October 24 for a special one-day workshop with visiting instructor Louise Mandumbwa Manela to explore the grounds of the Eli Whitney Museum through botanical printmaking and bookmaking. Experiment with silkscreen printing and cyanotypes, capture the beauty of local plants, and transform your prints into a one-of-a-kind handmade artist book. No experience needed!

10/16/2026

A fan favorite adult workshop kicks off next week: Design & Build an Adirondack Chair! This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their woodworking skills (beginner or intermediate) 🍁 Ages 16 and up are welcome—register at eliwhitney.org. Begins October 22!

10/15/2026

October in the Barn continues THIS SATURDAY! We hope you’ll join us from 6–8pm for a performance from local Americana band at the Eli Whitney Barn. Bring your family and friends and soak up the autumnal atmosphere 🍁

10/05/2026

Join us this weekend October 10 & 11 between 1–7PM for Field and Figure at the Eli Whitney Barn. Featuring artists Alexandria Couch, Kimberly R. Heard, Louise Mandumbwa, Jamaal Benjamin, and Katharen Wiese, Open Studios weekend brings together art, conversation, and community. This month-long exhibition is supported by three artist led workshops, an exhibition, panel discussion and community conversation—visit eliwhitney.org for details!

Address

915 Whitney Avenue
Hamden, CT
06517

Opening Hours

Saturday	10am - 3pm
Sunday	12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+12037771833

Website

http://www.eliwhitney.org/

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