Connecticut League of Museums

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.

10/29/2025

Attention non-profit organizations! Learn about grants from The 1772 Foundation, Inc. available through Preservation Connecticut! These awards provide up to $10,000 to non-profits (excluding churches, schools, and municipalities) for projects including exterior painting, finishes and surface restoration, fire detection, lightning protection, security systems, and building repairs.

The Connecticut League of Museums is hosting a special session tomorrow, October 30th at noon, to hear from Preservation Connecticut staff with an overview of the grant program, including information on previously funded projects, how to prepare a successful application, and a quick tutorial on the new grant portal (that we now share with Connecticut Humanities!)

Register here: https://clho.org/event-6390143

10/20/2025

👻 Looking for some spooky fun this weekend? Join our member organization Keeler Tavern Museum and History Center for their Ghosts of Ridgefield tours!

Explore the museum’s four-acre site after dark and uncover ghostly encounters, eerie tales, and spine-tingling stories, all with a historic twist.

🗓️ October 24–26, 2025
🕔 5–7 p.m. nightly
💵 $25/adults · $12/children (12 & under)
🌧️ Rain or shine — dress for the weather!
👨‍👩‍👧 Recommended for adults and kids ages 7 and up

Don’t miss this hauntingly good time at one of Ridgefield’s most historic (and haunted!) sites.

👉 Learn more and get your tickets at https://keelertavernmuseum.org/events/542/ghosts-of-ridgefield/

10/09/2025

🎬 Looking for something to do tonight?

Head to Wesleyan University for a special film screening and director talkback:

🕖 Tonight, October 9 at 7:00 PM
📍 Ring Family Performing Arts Hall

Texas City explores the 1947 explosion of a fertilizer-laden ship in Texas City, Texas — one of the deadliest industrial accidents in U.S. history. Through powerful firsthand accounts from survivors, the film uncovers the human toll of the disaster, the town’s complex ties to industry, and the forgotten impact on marginalized communities.

Following the 93-minute screening, there will be a talkback with the film’s director, Arlo Weiner (Wesleyan Class of 2023).

This program will be of special interest to Connecticut’s museum and public history community, offering a moving example of how storytelling and memory can illuminate the intersections of industry, environment, and community history.

🎟️ Free and open to the public. A thought-provoking way to spend your evening!

https://www.wesleyan.edu/history/History%20Events/History%20Lectures%20and%20Events.html