Connecticut Explored

08/20/2026

The Colonial Burying Ground of Norwich is one of the city’s oldest and most significant historic sites. But what work is now being done to commemorate once-overlooked patriots of color? Find out in our Summer double issue!

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08/18/2026

Teachers: If you’re covering the American Revolution in your classes this semester, consider using Connecticut Explored’s summer issue on the Revolution and independence. We followed the themes of the CT Commission to help teachers, and we cover diverse topics that will get students talking! We can customize a plan for your students to have digital access or have individual print copies to fit a classroom budget. Email [email protected]


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08/15/2026

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Summer 26: America at 250. YOU can shape the future of CT Explored! Learn about a hidden workforce nearly erased from history. Can you guess how many shades of pink Roseland Cottage has been?

08/15/2026

New Episode! Listen: ctexplored.org/awkngshartpod/

From the high seas to the town square, we’re bringing you the story of a New England family navigating revolution, economic expansion, and nation building. "Awakenings and Revolutions: The Harts, Saybrook, and the New Nation" is a new look at the residents of the Old Saybrook Historical Society’s Gen. William Hart House and the Hart family of Old Saybrook. The story reveals the Harts’ surprising connections to major moments of Connecticut’s, and our nation’s, early history. Author, historian and CTE Publisher Emeritus Elizabeth Normen shares details.

08/09/2026

Starting at noon today in Hollow Park 43 Hollow Road Woodbury Join Connecticut Explored at the The Institute for American Indian Studies Green Corn Festival. Native food, vendors, dancers

08/02/2026

With Stowe Center for Literary Activism – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

08/01/2026

Our free newsletter is out! Catch up with Grating the Nutmeg Podcast and things to do!
Did you know about the portrait exhibit at the Mattatuck Museum? It’s a must-see!!!

Summer 26: America at 250. How do we stop historic barns from quietly disappearing? An exciting new exhibit at the Mattatuck tackles how Americans see themselves and one another through portraiture.

07/31/2026

So proud for Connecticut Exploredand Grating the Nutmeg Podcast to be media sponsors of The Stowe Prize at the Stowe Center for Literary Activism. Get your tickets now!

Stowe Prize 2026 Registration & Sponsorship PURCHASE IT HERE WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 STOWE PRIZE CELEBRATION The Mark Twain House & Museum and Immanuel Congregational Church The Stowe Center for Literary Activism is

07/25/2026

Connecticut Explored was honored to have so many greats of CT history and savvy readers alike stand up for history with us at our fundraiser!
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