Connecticut League of Museums

08/14/2026

On August 27 from 10:00 am - 2:30 pm, join the Industrial History Organizations PAG for a field trip to the Connecticut River Museum in Essex, CT. The day will start with a tour of the museum and end with a voyage on the Connecticut River aboard the Onrust, a re-creation of the vessel Adriaen Block built in 1614 over several years in upstate New York using traditional plans and means. It is a wholly unique ship that serves to educate and entertain visitors curious about the age of exploration, the fur trade, and our early colonial history. Sign up and find more information here: https://nemanet.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2075354&group=

07/23/2026

The Connecticut League of Museums is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Annual Awards of Merit!

Do you know a museum, organization, project, or individual making an outstanding contribution to Connecticut's museum community? Help us recognize the people and institutions that demonstrate the highest professional standards while advancing the understanding of our state's culture and history.

The Awards of Merit celebrate the care, creativity, and dedication behind exceptional work across Connecticut's museums, while inspiring excellence throughout the field.

Submit your nomination today: https://clho.org/awards/nominate

06/22/2026

2026 CLM Annual Conference

06/11/2026

On June 18th, join Preservation Connecticut and Connecticut Landmarks for a fundraiser to support Preservation Connecticut’s LGBTQ+ Historic Places Project - the first comprehensive effort to identify, commemorate, and preserve historic sites associated with the State's LGBTQ+ community.

Enjoy a chance to mingle, eat, have a drink, and go on an intimate tour of a mid-20th-century LGBTQ+ historic site.

Last day to buy tickets is June 12th!

https://preservationct.org/palmer-warner

05/06/2026

Looking to connect with Connecticut’s museum community in a meaningful way?

Become a sponsor of the Connecticut League of Museums’ Annual Conference and put your organization in front of more than 200 museum professionals from across the state and region. This full day of learning, networking, and inspiration brings together leaders from museums, cultural organizations, and small businesses that shape our communities.

Sponsorship is an opportunity to share your services, build lasting relationships, and support a network of institutions that rely on strong partnerships to thrive.

Your support helps us:
• Keep the conference affordable and accessible
• Provide accommodations that make participation possible for everyone
• Offer free and low-cost programs and workshops year-round
• Connect the public with museum and archival collections through Connecticut Collections

Join us in supporting Connecticut’s museums while expanding your reach and impact.

Learn more and become a sponsor today: https://clho.org/event-6642556

04/15/2026

🎨 The Dark Side of the Art World with Dr. Noah Charney

Join the Essex Library Association for a fascinating virtual lecture exploring the world of art crime.

🗓 Monday, April 20
⏰ 12:00 PM

Dr. Noah Charney, art history professor and founder of the Association for Research into Crimes Against Art will uncover the complexities behind art theft and how it can sometimes increase an artwork’s fame. The talk will highlight the recent October 2025 Louvre heist involving nearly $100 million in stolen jewelry, as well as historic thefts like the infamous 1911 disappearance of the Mona Lisa.

Learn More: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=1314&EventID=585208&PK=

03/31/2026

Join the CT State Historic Preservation Office, which will be cohosting an interactive ‘Lunch and Learn’ workshop with the Arts & Business Council of Greater Boston designed to help current and aspiring board members navigate the legal essentials of good governance and compliance.

You’ll learn about the most common legal issues board members face including legal entity formation, liability, fiduciary duties, IP issues, gifts, and HR considerations. Through real-world examples and practical discussions, you’ll gain the tools to make informed, ethical decisions that strengthen your organization and board performance.

Perfect for anyone looking to boost their effectiveness and confidence in the boardroom!

https://artsbusinesscouncilofgreaterboston-bloom.kindful.com/e/coa-presents-lunch-learn-get-on-board-compliance-is-no-joke-

03/06/2026

Good news! The deadline to submit session proposals for the 2026 conference hosted by the Connecticut League of Museums has been extended to March 16.

If you were thinking about proposing a session but needed a little more time, now is your chance. This year’s conference, “The Next 250: Museums and the Future of Democracy,” will explore how museums are reflecting on the Semiquincentennial and what it means for the future of our field.

We are looking for engaging and thought-provoking proposals, including workshops, panels, roundtables, case studies, lightning talks, and interactive discussions. Whether you want to share a project, lead a conversation about a challenge facing museums, or explore an idea with colleagues, we would love to hear from you.

You do not need to be an expert to submit, and we especially encourage first-time presenters and organizations new to the conference to propose a session.

📅 New proposal deadline: March 16

Learn more and submit your proposal here:

Conference brainstorming sessions will take place on Zoom in advance of the deadline; sign up to share ideas, connect with other potential presenters, and speak with conference organizers.

02/27/2026

There’s just one week left to submit session proposals for the 2026 Connecticut League of Museums Annual Conference.

This year’s theme The Next 250: Museums and the Future of Democracy” invites us to reflect on the Semiquincentennial of the signing of the Declaration of Independence

We’re looking for dynamic, thought-provoking proposals that engage topics such as:

- The many meanings of America 250

- Organizational and workforce resilience

- Resisting censorship and maintaining public trust

- Leading in times of crisis

- Serving communities in unstable times

- Creative and interdisciplinary collaborations

- Emerging technologies and their ethical implications

We welcome a range of formats: workshops, panels, interactive sessions, case studies, roundtables, lightning talks, think tanks, and working groups. We’re especially eager to hear from first-time presenters, art museums, and organizations new to the League. If you have an idea you’re curious about and are willing to facilitate a conversation, propose it!

https://clho.org/conference/2026/cfp

11/26/2025

This Thanksgiving, we’re feeling especially grateful for our incredible CLM members. Your collaboration, creativity, and dedication to strengthening Connecticut’s museum community make all the difference in the work we do.

From statewide advocacy to professional development and shared resources, every step forward this year has been possible because of you.

✨ Thank you for your partnership and for everything you bring to our museum network.