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Museum After Hours: Adult Lecture Series

The Carousel Museum’s evening lecture series, held monthly on Thursdays in 2024, features presentations, exhibition openings, artist & author talks, and workshops. Join scholars and experts as they share their vast knowledge of the art and history of carousels, carvers, artists, and your favorite carousels. Museum After Hours will be held from 6:00-7:30 PM, with a wine and cheese reception taking place 6:00-6:30 PM. Admission to this series is included with general admission, and as always, museum members are free.…

when

December 12, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

where

95 Riverside Ave
Bristol, CT 06010, CT 06010 United States

contact

The Carousel Museum

860-585-5411

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The Carousel Museum’s evening lecture series, held monthly on Thursdays in 2024, features presentations, exhibition openings, artist & author talks, and workshops. Join scholars and experts as they share their vast knowledge of the art and history of carousels, carvers, artists, and your favorite carousels. Museum After Hours will be held from 6:00-7:30 PM, with a wine and cheese reception taking place 6:00-6:30 PM. Admission to this series is included with general admission, and as always, museum members are free.
Sponsored in part by: Main Street Community Foundation & CTHumanities
Dive into the delightful world of carnivals and clowns with Diana Sheard, aka Valentine the Clown, at our next Museum After Hours Lecture! Explore the history of clowns in carnivals and circuses on December 12, from 6-8 PM. Don’t miss out on the fun stories and a special wine & cheese reception!
Event Details
Date: December 12, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: The Carousel Museum, 95 Riverside Ave, Bristol, CT 06010

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