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SUMMARY:PERFORMANCE | American Contemporary Dances with The Hartford Dance Collective
DESCRIPTION:Purchase Tickets\n  \nJoin us in the intimate Webb barn for the Museum’s first commissioned dance performance! Experience dance in-the-round\, featuring new and established works by The Hartford Dance Collective. Rooted in themes of female empowerment\, the dances explore strength\, resilience\, and self-expression through bold physicality and nuanced storytelling. Inspired by America’s 250th anniversary\, the Collective enriches the story of our nation’s founding by amplifying women’s voices and experiences. Surrounded by history and audience alike\, the dancers invite viewers into a shared space where past and present converge—where the courage to claim one’s voice echoes the spirit of those who shaped a new nation within these very walls. \nAbout This Commission In commissioning this work\, the Museum celebrates both a milestone and a continuation: bringing contemporary artists into dialogue with a site where questions of identity\, purpose\, and collective future have always lived. \nPERFORMANCE | Saturday\, May 9\, 2 PM \n\n12:30 PM | VIP Ticket Holders Pre-Performance talkback with Hartford Dance Collective\n1:15 PM | Doors open\n1:15-2:00 PM | Cash Bar\, furnished by Vino Crudo\n2:00 PM | Performance in-the-round\n\nTICKETS | $18 / $25 / $30 / $45 \nStudents (16-22) | $18 \nMembers | $25 \nGeneral Admission | $30 \nInner Circle VIP | $45 \n\n\n\nPremiere seating: first two rows\nPre-performance talk-back with dancers and choreographers of Hartford Dance Collective\nEarly-admission\nReserved Parking\nAccess to one open rehearsal on May 1 at the HDC studios\n\n\n\nHartford Dance Collective | The Hartford Dance Collective bridges the gap between dance and community by curating unique and accessible performances led by female identifying choreographers and offering open adult movement classes that foster artistic expression\, connection\, and inclusivity. \nSince July 2017\, the Hartford Dance Collective has curated performances in unique settings\, featuring female choreographers from across the nation. We have shared dance at the Connecticut Convention Center\, the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art\, Mortensen Riverfront Plaza\, ShapeShifter Lab\, Real Art Ways\, TheaterWorks Hartford\, Dunkin Park\, Parkville Market\, & multiple breweries around the Connecticut\, to name a few; and we aim to continue to share the art form with a wide range of demographics. Along with many small programs that we present throughout the year\, \nThe Hartford Dance Collective curates the annual Hartford Dance Festival in Elizabeth Park with 25 performing groups\, which is the largest free dance festival in Connecticut. Our studio space in Hartford\, Connecticut\, provides creatives with a home to hone in on their movement vocabulary and the opportunity for us to bring professional dancers to Hartford including dancers from Pilobolus\, David Dorfman Dance\, the Limon Company\, the Radio City Rockettes\, Doug Varone and Dancers\, the Merce Cunningham Trust\, and the Brooklynettes\, to name a few. We hold the belief that everyone can dance and everyone should. Our professional and inspiring studio hosts open adult movement classes for the community featuring the Collective’s Resident Artists and Guest Instructors. A perfect place for a dancer to train\, a former dancer to reignite their love for movement\, or a member of the community looking to practice dance movement as a form of exercise\, art\, or meditation. Movement allows us to escape\, which drives our commitment to curating experiences that allow for discovery and connection. \n 
URL:https://wdsmuseum.org/event/performance-american-contemporary-dance-with-the-hartford-dance-collective-2/
LOCATION:WDS Museum\, 211 Main Street\, Wethersfield\, CT\, 06109
CATEGORIES:Performance,Members,Special Event,Dance,America 250
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SUMMARY:PERFORMANCE | American Contemporary Dances with The Hartford Dance Collective
DESCRIPTION:Purchase Tickets\nJoin us in the intimate Webb barn for the Museum’s first commissioned dance performance! Experience dance in-the-round\, featuring new and established works by The Hartford Dance Collective. Rooted in themes of female empowerment\, the dances explore strength\, resilience\, and self-expression through bold physicality and nuanced storytelling. Inspired by America’s 250th anniversary\, the Collective enriches the story of our nation’s founding by amplifying women’s voices and experiences. Surrounded by history and audience alike\, the dancers invite viewers into a shared space where past and present converge—where the courage to claim one’s voice echoes the spirit of those who shaped a new nation within these very walls. \nAbout This Commission In commissioning this work\, the Museum celebrates both a milestone and a continuation: bringing contemporary artists into dialogue with a site where questions of identity\, purpose\, and collective future have always lived. \nPERFORMANCE | Friday\, May 8\, 7:30 PM \n\n6:00 PM | VIP Ticketholders Pre-Performance Talkback with Hartford Dance Collective\n6:45 PM | Doors open\n6:45-7:30 PM | Cash bar available\, furnished by Vino Crudo\n7:30 PM | Performance in-the-round\n\nTICKETS | $18 / $25 / $30 / $45 \nStudents (16-22) | $18 \nMembers | $25 \nGeneral Admission | $30 \nInner Circle VIP | $45 \n\n\n\nPremiere seating: first two rows\nPre-performance talk-back with dancers and choreographers of Hartford Dance Collective\nEarly-admission\nReserved Parking\nAccess to one open rehearsal on May 1 at the HDC studios\n\n\n\nHartford Dance Collective | The Hartford Dance Collective bridges the gap between dance and community by curating unique and accessible performances led by female identifying choreographers and offering open adult movement classes that foster artistic expression\, connection\, and inclusivity. \nSince July 2017\, the Hartford Dance Collective has curated performances in unique settings\, featuring female choreographers from across the nation. We have shared dance at the Connecticut Convention Center\, the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art\, Mortensen Riverfront Plaza\, ShapeShifter Lab\, Real Art Ways\, TheaterWorks Hartford\, Dunkin Park\, Parkville Market\, & multiple breweries around the Connecticut\, to name a few; and we aim to continue to share the art form with a wide range of demographics. Along with many small programs that we present throughout the year\, \nThe Hartford Dance Collective curates the annual Hartford Dance Festival in Elizabeth Park with 25 performing groups\, which is the largest free dance festival in Connecticut. Our studio space in Hartford\, Connecticut\, provides creatives with a home to hone in on their movement vocabulary and the opportunity for us to bring professional dancers to Hartford including dancers from Pilobolus\, David Dorfman Dance\, the Limon Company\, the Radio City Rockettes\, Doug Varone and Dancers\, the Merce Cunningham Trust\, and the Brooklynettes\, to name a few. We hold the belief that everyone can dance and everyone should. Our professional and inspiring studio hosts open adult movement classes for the community featuring the Collective’s Resident Artists and Guest Instructors. A perfect place for a dancer to train\, a former dancer to reignite their love for movement\, or a member of the community looking to practice dance movement as a form of exercise\, art\, or meditation. Movement allows us to escape\, which drives our commitment to curating experiences that allow for discovery and connection. \n 
URL:https://wdsmuseum.org/event/americancontemporarydance/
LOCATION:WDS Museum\, 211 Main Street\, Wethersfield\, CT\, 06109
CATEGORIES:Performance,Members,Special Event,Dance,America 250
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SUMMARY:Restoration Revealed: Craftsmen at Work
DESCRIPTION:Restoration Revealed: Craftsmen at Work \nStep into living history every Thursday at 2 PM \nWatch master craftsmen breathe new life into centuries-old treasures at WDS Museum’s weekly restoration showcase. From the skilled hands of Mount Vernon’s master carpenter Nathanial Ulfers to rising talent like American College of Building Arts intern Ryan\, witness traditional trades that built America. \nSee history unfold before your eyes: \n\nAn 18th-century loom taking shape timber by timber\nHistoric interiors restored with period-authentic techniques\nThe iconic 1752 Joseph Webb House receiving its new cedar-shake roof\n\nThis isn’t just observation—it’s immersion. Chat directly with our artisans about time-honored methods passed down through generations. Discover the secrets behind mortise-and-tenon joinery\, hand-split shingles\, and authentic colonial finishes that have weathered nearly three centuries. \nEvery Thursday brings something new. Check our social media Thursday mornings to preview the day’s projects\, or simply drop by to be surprised. Whether you’re a history buff\, DIY enthusiast\, or curious about American craftsmanship\, you’ll leave with newfound appreciation for the skills that shaped our nation. \nNo tickets required—just curiosity and a respect for the craft. \nRestoration Revealed: Where the past meets the present\, one careful stroke at a time. \nMade possible with the generous support of the Richard Hampton Jenrette Foundation
URL:https://wdsmuseum.org/event/restoration-revealed-craftsmen-at-work/
LOCATION:WDS Museum\, 211 Main Street\, Wethersfield\, CT\, 06109
CATEGORIES:Learning Series,Workshop,Antiques & Collectibles,Colonial History,Preservation
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SUMMARY:Concert | Locomotion
DESCRIPTION:Summer Concert Series in the Barn: Locomotion\nGet ready to rock this summer at WDS! Join us for an electrifying evening on the lawn\, featuring the unforgettable sounds of Locomotion. This vibrant rock performance promises an exhilarating blend of classic tunes and modern hits\, all set against the rustic charm of our historic barn. Whether you’re a lifelong rock enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre\, Locomotion’s dynamic energy and musical prowess will captivate and entertain audiences of all ages. Don’t miss out on this unique concert experience that combines the best of rock music with a truly memorable setting. \nAni’s Table and Marketplace will be onsite selling fine fares including scratch-prepared foods. And our friends from Main Street Creamery will roll in with your favorite ice cream delights. Bring your blankets and chairs\, and celebrate the spirit of summer at WDS.  \nTickets: $10 | Children under 12 FREE \n 
URL:https://wdsmuseum.org/event/concert-locomotion/
LOCATION:CT
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