Florence Griswold Museum
Calendar of Events
Join us for our exciting offerings. Reservations required unless otherwise noted. Call (860) 434-5542, ext. 111 or email frontdesk@flogris.org.
A "*" designates a child-friendly event.
Florence Griswold Museum
Calendar of Events
Join us for our exciting offerings. Reservations required unless otherwise noted. Call (860) 434-5542, ext. 111 or email frontdesk@flogris.org.
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A "*" designates a child-friendly event.
 *MEET SANTA
Saturday, December 12
11am-3pm
Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides with Santa
$2 per rider
There are a limited number of tickets.
Climb aboard Foxglove Farm’s charming wagonette for a horse-drawn ride on the Museum’s grounds with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Candy canes offered to all riders! Afterwards, make a holiday craft in the Education Center.
 *FAMILY PROGRAMS EVERY SUNDAY
Sundays through January 10
1-5pm
Joy in the Making: A Creative Approach to the Holidays
FREE with Museum Admission
Sunday visitors enjoy hands-on holiday craft workshops and creative projects that relate to the spirit of the season. For all ages!
 CHRISTMASTIME TEAS
Tuesday through Saturday
December 1 through 19
3pm
Reservations required
$30 (members $25)
Tea participants receive admission to the Museum and a voucher for 10% off in the Museum Shop (no additional members’ discount).
This year’s teas are being presented by Chester’s River Tavern, a popular restaurant known for their use of locally grown products. Featuring farm fresh savories and sweets, and accompanied by “Miss Florence’s Tea,” a special blend from Sundial Gardens.
Teas are full. Want to be the first to know about special events? Sign up for our e-newsletter.
Please Note: Christmastime Teas are very popular and sell out quickly, please make your reservations early.
 New Creative Workshops
David D.J. Rau, Director of Education & Outreach
Each session $20 (members $18)
Master Pieces of Paper: Creative Workshops for Adults
Register Online
Come experience the thrill of creating something personal and beautiful with
your own two hands at these fun and creative sessions. Geared for adults,
the workshops include the materials and instruction needed to create a
series of hand-crafted products.
Tuesday, December 8, Miniature Books as Gifts
Tuesday, February 9, Accordian Books
 SINGING IN THE GALLERY
Sunday, December 13
Sets beginning at 2pm
Christmastime with the Co Co Beaux
There’s magic is in the music! Come enjoy the joyful sound of the Co Co Beaux, Connecticut College's famous all-male a cappella group. Now in their 30th year, this group will delight young and old alike with their spirited talent of sharing beautiful music, laughter and good times.
Take a listen!
 *Teddy Bear Tea
Monday, December 15
choose 11:30am or 2:30pm
A Very Merry Teddy Bear Tea Party
$14 per pair (child and adult)/$12 (members)
extra people $7/$6 (members)
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Share the excitement of the holidays with your little ones at this fun teddy bear tea party. Enjoy stories and crafts, yummy FUNwiches and treats. Children can bring their favorite stuffed animal.
 * BETWIXT-THE-HOLIDAYS
The Pumpernickle Puppets Present
Peter Rabbit
Tuesday, December 29
choose 11am or 2pm show
$5 ($4 members) per person*
*does not include Museum admission
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Come and meet the Pumpernickel Puppets! These colorful puppets share the magical tale of Sir George and the Dragon with you and your young buddies. Geared for children ages 4-9, but fun for the whole family!
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