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SUMMARY:SPECIAL TOUR | Homes for the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:Purchase Tour Tickets\nExperience the magic of Old Wethersfield during the most festive time of the year. \nThe National Society of The Colonial Dames of America in The State of Connecticut invites you to step inside beautifully decorated private homes\, lavish inns\, and the Webb Deane Stevens historic houses—exclusively featuring seasonal designs by internationally renowned decorators. Enjoy this rare chance to experience Old Wethersfield’s elegant interiors decked in holiday style. Warm up between houses with hot beverages and treats in the museum’s Holcombe Education Center in the heart of Old Wethersfield. \nStaying all day? Add a boxed lunch from Heirloom Market for a mid-tour repast overlooking our gardens. Purchase the Tour + Boxed Lunch ticket\, or the Boxed Lunch add-on if you have already purchased your tour ticket.  \nPreview Party: December 5\, 5:00 – 8:30 PM \nHoliday House Tour: December 6\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n  \nTickets\nHouse Tour\, December 6: $70 | $75 day-of \nGeneral admission includes open-house access to all homes. \nConsider becoming a Benefactor or Patron to increase your impact!  \nPatron: $250 \nOne (1) ticket to December 5 Preview Party + one (1) ticket to December 6 Holiday House Tour. Acknowledgement in our printed materials. \nBenefactor: $500 \nTwo (2) tickets to December 5 Preview Party + two (2) tickets to December 6 Holiday House Tour. Acknowledgement in our printed materials. \nProceeds advance the NSCDA-CT’s mission of preservation and education at the Webb Deane Stevens Museum. \n  \nDesigners \nMichael Zipp Interiors is a full service interior design firm located in Brooklyn and the Hudson Valley.  Founded in 2020\, we approach each and every project through a unique lens\, responding to the individual desires and needs of the client.  Preservation and respect of historic architecture are at the forefront of our practice. Michael Zipp is a 2025 recipient of the Frederic Magazine It List award and his own Upstate NY home is featured in the Autumn 2025 issue of Frederic Magazine. \nJames Coviello is an interior designer known for his distinctive work in vintage\, historic\, and period-style interiors. He is currently working on projects in Litchfield\, Connecticut; Lenox\, Massachusetts; NYC and The Lake District in the United Kingdom. \nHis design perspective—rooted in a deep appreciation for architectural history and curated\, character-driven spaces—is showcased on Instagram @james_coviello\, where he shares images of his Hudson Valley home\, Brooklyn Heights apartment\, and a range of historic private houses and museums. In addition to his interiors practice\, James sources and sells 19th-century furnishings and decorative objects. He also offers an eponymous product line of soaps\, candles\, and glassware available through select retailers and at jamescoviello.com. \nReliv Design curates inspired spaces across hospitality\, residential\, and commercial projects. Guided by a passion for creating spaces with soul\, we emphasize a collaborative and enjoyable design process. From color\, material\, and finish selections to specialty painting and full-scale projects\, we bring creativity and care to every size and style of work. \nReliv Design proudly represents Wise Owl Paints and maintains a retail space within Cottonwood & Church in idyllic Old Wethersfield. As a resident of OW and member of OSWA\, we are extremely proud of where we live\, raise a family and thrive as a community. \nJackie Home & Beauty  is a long-awaited project inspired by owner Victoria Oliviera’s aunt Jackie\, who embodied the definition of ‘influencer’ before social media made its debut. She was a lover of all things style\, design and beauty.  She owned a small women’s clothing boutique in West Hartford\, Artichoke\, where I had the pleasure of working and learning from her. Jackie Home & Beauty is a curated space with home and skincare products from around the world to share with you\, in honor of Jackie.
URL:https://wdsmuseum.org/event/special-tour-homes-for-the-holidays/
LOCATION:WDS Museum\, 211 Main Street\, Wethersfield\, CT\, 06109
CATEGORIES:Holiday Program,Members,Colonial History,Special Event
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SUMMARY:PERFORMANCE | Alternative Tragic Americana: An Evening with Singer-Songwriter Anna May
DESCRIPTION:Detach - Anna May - 01 Detach	\n	\n	\n\n	\nPERFORMANCE | Alternative Tragic Americana: An Evening with Singer-Songwriter Anna May \nFriday\, November 21\, 7:00 PM \nPurchase Tickets\nExperience the ethereal artistry of Connecticut-born singer-songwriter Anna May in an intimate salon-style concert. Anna’s lyrical sensibility is steeped in wisdom and whimsy that explores both estrangement and connection\, drawing inspiration from artists like Leonard Cohen\, Neil Young\, and Billie Holiday. Her tender\, immersive moodscapes with a western folk flare create otherworldly sounds that blur the boundaries between folk\, jazz\, and contemplative Americana. This limited-seating performance promises an unforgettable evening of haunting vocals and poetic storytelling in our historic atmosphere. \nTickets: $20 | $15 Members
URL:https://wdsmuseum.org/event/performance-alternative-tragic-americana-an-evening-with-singer-songwriter-anna-may/
LOCATION:WDS Museum\, 211 Main Street\, Wethersfield\, CT\, 06109
CATEGORIES:concert,Performance,Special Event,Spiritual and Spooky
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SUMMARY:Traditional Trades Fair
DESCRIPTION:Step into the world of master craftspeople and discover the time-honored skills that built America. On Saturday\, July 26th from 10 am to 4 pm\, Webb Deane Stevens Museum opens its doors to showcase the traditional trades that keep our historic treasures alive. \nWatch skilled artisans demonstrate timber framing\, roofing techniques\, and master carpentry as they work on our own preservation projects\, including the major roof replacement currently underway on the historic Webb House. Experience the artistry of women’s traditional work through textile demonstrations\, weaving\, and historic loom operations. Learn the meticulous craft of paint stripping and restoration that reveals centuries of hidden history. \nThis hands-on day welcomes everyone—whether you’re a preservation enthusiast\, restoring your own historic home\, or simply fascinated by traditional craftsmanship. Bring the whole family to witness skills passed down through generations\, where visual beauty and uncompromising quality were not just ideals\, but the standard. \nSaturday\, July 26 | 10 am – 4 pm\nWebb Barn\, Old Wethersfield\nDemonstrations\, workshops\, and family-friendly activities \nTickets: $10 | $8 Members \nExperience the dedication and artistry that preservation requires\, and discover why these traditional trades remain essential to protecting our architectural heritage. \nMade possible with the generous support of the Richard Hampton Jenrette Foundation
URL:https://wdsmuseum.org/event/the-art-of-preservation-traditional-trades-day/
LOCATION:WDS Museum\, 211 Main Street\, Wethersfield\, CT\, 06109
CATEGORIES:Learning Series,Workshop,Kids Free,Colonial History,Preservation
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SUMMARY:Bluegrass Concert & Square Dance: Audrey Mae
DESCRIPTION:Bluegrass Concert & Square Dance: Audrey Mae\nGet ready to clap\, stomp\, and swing your partner! Join us for a lively evening of Americana in two acts. Begin with a soulful seated concert featuring the spirited bluegrass sounds of Audrey Mae\, then stay as we clear the floor for a lively square dance where professional caller Liz Slade will guide you through every step with live accompaniment from the band. No experience necessary—just bring your enthusiasm! \nPack a picnic to enjoy before the festivities\, or grab delicious fare from Ani’s Table + Marketplace on-site. Whether you love to dance or prefer to appreciate exceptional musicianship\, this lively evening combines outstanding entertainment with the charm of our historic setting. \nTickets $15 | Children under 12 free\nFriday\, July 25th\, 6:00-8:30 pm\nWebb Barn\, Wethersfield \nDon’t worry if you’ve never barn danced before—Liz  will teach you everything you need to know. Join your neighbors for an evening that celebrates both our musical heritage and community spirit. \n  \nAudrey Mae | Audrey Mae features the duet harmonies of bluegrass veterans Peter Winne and Joe Delillo accompanied by the tasteful stylings of banjo player Joe Lemeris and fiddle & mandolin player Sam McDougle. Despite being a generation apart\, Winne and Delillo evoke brother harmony groups such as The Stanley Brothers\, The Blue Sky Boys\, The Everly Brothers\, and yes\, even The Beatles. Named after Delillo’s mother\, an Alabama belle named Audrey Mae\, the band delivers a brand of bluegrass that is at times high octane and at other times just plain … lonesome. \n  \nLiz Slade | Long time dance caller\, fiddler and educator\, Liz Slade is  known for her warm welcoming manner\, her clear instruction and the ways that she  makes the vibrance of community dance accessible to beginners and experienced dancers alike. \nSteeped in the fiddle and dance traditions of southern old time music and New England contra dance\, Liz began her calling career in the late 1970s when she began collecting dances in small communities in southwestern Virginia and northern North Carolina. Since that time\, she  has called for community dances\, ongoing dance series and at folk festivals throughout the US. \nAt present\, Liz is especially interested in the use of traditional dance to build community and to offer everyone the delight of dancing to wonderful live music and the pleasure of being together.
URL:https://wdsmuseum.org/event/bluegrass-barn-dance-audreymae/
LOCATION:WDS Museum\, 211 Main Street\, Wethersfield\, CT\, 06109
CATEGORIES:concert,Performance,Kids Free
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T183000
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SUMMARY:The Landscape of Future History
DESCRIPTION:The Webb Deane Stevens Museum is pleased to present landscape architect David Rubin in conversation with Executive Director Brenton Grom. Mr. Rubin\, the founding principal of DAVID RUBIN Land Collective\, joins us in advance of receiving the Elvira Broome Doolan Medal from the Garden Club of America at its annual meeting in Hartford. His remarks will explore the firm’s ethos of “empathy-driven design\,” followed by a fireside chat with Mr. Grom about their recent collaboration at the George Read II House & Gardens in Old New Castle\, Delaware\, which resulted in a new design for the landscape that will unite many layers of history while serving as a gathering place for the community that helped shape the plan. \nDAVID RUBIN Land Collective practices landscape architecture from a mission of empathy\, problem solving on behalf of their clients\, and empowering constituencies through accessibility (which they define as an “invitation to participate”). Because of their belief that landscapes are written to be read\, they strive to manage change in historic landscapes rather than to preserve them wholesale. They “lift the bell jar” off of historic sites in an effort to ensure that contemporary society can access and value what has come before\, allowing these public treasures to be loved and understood by the 21st century. \nPlease join us for a complimentary reception at 6 p.m. The program will begin at 6:30 p.m. \nNSCDA-CT and Museum Members: $20 / General Public: $25. Register HERE. \nAbout the Presenter: \nDavid A. Rubin\, PLA\, FASLA\, FAAR is the founding principal of DAVID RUBIN Land Collective\, a landscape architecture\, urban design\, and planning studio committed to practicing with an emphasis on socially purposeful design strategies. David’s visionary contribution to the field in “empathy-driven design” is a hallmark of the studio\, earning increasing renown for fusing issues of social justice in cities with excellence in the design of public spaces. Educated at Connecticut College and Harvard University\, he has taught and lectured at a number of institutions\, including Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design\, the University of Pennsylvania School of Design\, Louisiana State University\, and Southern California Institute of Architecture. David is a Fellow of the American Academy in Rome\, a Fellow of the American Society of Landscape Architects\, and recipient of the 2024 Elvira Broome Doolan medal which recognizes innovative work in landscape architecture with emphasis on city planning and civic improvement in urban areas. He was appointed by the U.S. State Department to serve on their Industry Advisory Group (IAG) to promote best practices in landscape architecture in Overseas Building Operations (OBO). His projects have received awards and honors from the American Society of Landscape Architects\, the Society of College and University Planners\, and the American Institute of Architects\, among others. \nDavid’s current work includes Grand Junction Park in Westfield\, IN\, a socially-purposeful\, environmentally-resilient\, and inclusive park focused on human engagement; the National World War I Memorial\, new comfort stations throughout the National Mall and the Tidal Basin Master Plan; Franklin Park\, and an expanse of riverfront along the Anacostia in Washington\, D.C.; multiple projects for the Fort Wayne Riverfront in Indiana; and a new plaza for Temple University in Philadelphia. His studio’s work includes diverse typologies in locations from Los Angeles to Rome\, Berlin\, Cape Town\, New York City\, Washington\, D.C.\, Detroit\, Indianapolis\, Fort Wayne\, Pittsburgh\, and Philadelphia.
URL:https://wdsmuseum.org/event/the-landscape-of-future-history/
LOCATION:WDS Museum\, 211 Main Street\, Wethersfield\, CT\, 06109
CATEGORIES:Garden Program,Lecture,Members
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SUMMARY:Connecticut Summer at the Museum - Free Admission for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Plan a family adventure back in time this summer\, and bring the kids to the Webb Deane Stevens Museum! From July 1 to September 4\, Connecticut children age 18 and under\, plus one accompanying resident adult\, will enjoy free regular admission to the Museum through the Connecticut Summer at the Museum program. \nWe’ll be hosting kid-friendly tours each Friday in August at 11 am\, 1 pm\, and 3 pm. These special tours are recommended for youth ages 8-13. Take our fun I-Spy Challenge and bring home a free writing quill (while supplies last). \nFor museum hours and tour times\, please visit here. We are closed on Mondays and major holidays. \nOur participation in this program is supported by the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development’s Office of the Arts\, in partnership with Connecticut Humanities\, with funding from the federal American Rescue Plan Act as allocated by the state legislature. 
URL:https://wdsmuseum.org/event/connecticut-summer-at-the-museum-free-admission-for-kids/
CATEGORIES:Kids Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T203000
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SUMMARY:WDS Speakeasy Featuring the Mama Train Jazz Band
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, March 23\, from 7:00 to 8:30 pm\, for the debut of the WDS Speakeasy! Enjoy live jazz from the Mama Train Jazz Band\, dancing\, delicious desserts\, as well as tastings of Hartford Flavor Company’s all-natural\, organic Wild Moon liqueur and tastings of exquisite fine wines with Jennifer’s 360 Wine Tasting\, LLC. \nMama Train celebrates the spirit of the Jazz Age with rich female vocals and dynamic expressive piano. Inspired by early jazz and blues artists like Billie Holiday\, Annette Hanshaw\, and Django Reinhardt\, they perform classics from the 1920s to 1950s. Their soulful melodies and lively instrumentation combine to create a small act with a big vintage sound! \nNSCDA-CT & Museum Members: $25 per person. General Public: $30 per person.
URL:https://wdsmuseum.org/event/wds-speakeasy-featuring-the-mama-train-jazz-band/
LOCATION:WDS Museum\, 211 Main Street\, Wethersfield\, CT\, 06109
CATEGORIES:concert
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