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SUMMARY:WordHouse Poetry - April 15
DESCRIPTION:WordHouse Reading Series                                                                             \nWednesday April 15\, 6PM \nDenise Abercrombie & Joseph Reynolds \n*Reading will begin with an Open Mic session. \nJoseph Reynolds is a novelist\, essayist\, and professor\, and the Founding Director of The Sancho Panza Literary Society\, which holds writers’ residencies and workshops at Trinity College Dublin. He is the author of the novel Make Dust our Paper\, which was reviewed by Washington Post best book award winner Da Chen as “An instant classic; a major new talent has arrived.” His novella Run it Once is forthcoming in 2026. He has taught college in New England\, Washington\, DC\, and Ireland\, and as an undergraduate\, he was an intern and speechwriter in the U.S. Senate office of the late Sen. Edward M. Kennedy. He is the editor-in-chief of New Square Literary Magazine\, and its featured essayist. \nDenise Abercrombie’s work has appeared in Minnesota Review\, Fireweed\, Connecticut Review\, Phoebe: Journal of Feminist Scholarship\, Theory\, and Aesthetics\, Yale Global Health Review\, Earth’s Daughters\, English Journal\, Waking Up to the Earth: Connecticut Poets in a Time of Global Climate Crisis\, Writing on the Edge\, and elsewhere. She helps coordinate Curbstone Foundation’s Poetry in the Julia de Burgos Park series in Willimantic. Denise teaches theater and creative writing at E.O. Smith High School\, and lives in Storrs\, CT.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/wordhouse-poetry-april-15/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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SUMMARY:Spring Makers Market 2026!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society for our 1st annual Spring Makers Market…to be held outside on the grounds of the museum! \nOver 20 local vendors will be featured;  (a full list will be posted soon!) \nAdmission is free\, but a $5.00 donation to the museum is greatly appreciated! \nSAVE THE DATE! \n  \n**CALLING ALL Vendors!!    If you are interested in participating in this years Spring Makers Market\, please contact asap Sheila Daley at daleys@noahwebsterhouse.org \n 
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/spring-makers-market-2026/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T220000
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SUMMARY:Webster's War of the Words 2026
DESCRIPTION:Webster’s War of the Words\nMay 14th\, 2026\nWe are pleased to announce the return of Webster’s War of the Words fundraiser on May 14\, 2026\, to be held at the Pond House Garden Room at Elizabeth Park in West Hartford! \nJoin us for an exciting evening of fun and friendly competition at our annual fundraiser benefiting the Noah Webster House and the West Hartford Historical Society. We’re immersing YOU in a word-based trivia game that will put your knowledge to the test. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to get tickets now!\nSingle entry tickets are available to purchase…we will assign you a team to compete with for the evening. \nOR Bring your team of 8 participants and purchase a table together. \nIn addition to the trivia competition\, each guest will enjoy a bountiful meal prepared by the chefs at Pond House Café. The evening’s menu will include a variety of hors d’oeuvres\, pasta dishes\, dinner entrees\, dessert\, coffee\, soda\, and open beer & wine bar. \nA live online auction will be available for bidding before\, during\, and after the event. \n\n\n\nCompete with the best!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGather your friends and family to form a team and get ready to challenge other tables throughout the night in a battle of wits and words. Our esteemed Master of Ceremonies\, Peter Sokolowski\, Editor in Chief of Merriam-Webster Dictionary\, will guide you through a series of thought-provoking questions that span realms of language\, history\, and local lore. \n\n\n\n\nThroughout the evening\, teams can earn points and compete for the coveted title of trivia champion. Exciting prizes await the tables that come out on top during the final round\, so bring your A-game and be prepared to showcase your knowledge! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGorgeous venue!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMark your calendars for this memorable occasion at the beautiful Pond House Café\, where you can enjoy a delightful atmosphere while supporting your local history museum. This event promises not only to be an engaging experience but also a wonderful way to connect with the community and celebrate our rich heritage. We can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/websters-war-of-the-words-2026/
LOCATION:Pond House Cafe\, 1555 Asylum Ave\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06117\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T200000
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SUMMARY:WordHouse Poetry - May 20
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society for a FREE poetry reading on Wednesday\, May 20 from 6:00pm – 8:00pm. Each program begins with an open mic and features two headlining poets. No registration is required and donations are greatly appreciated to support the not-for-profit museum. Please visit www.noahwebsterhouse.org/wordhouse-poetry/ for more information.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/wordhouse-poetry-may-20/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T140000
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SUMMARY:Where's Noah Scavenger Hunt | Life on the Webster Farm
DESCRIPTION:May 23 – Where’s Noah? \nWaldo’s been found\, so now let’s find Noah! Enjoy a scavenger hunt in our historic museum while also being on the lookout for Noah himself! If you happen to find Noah\, you’ll get a small reward for your efforts. \nVisit the museum on select Saturdays from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. and enjoy live demonstrations from our experienced team of museum educators. Each demonstration will focus on a unique aspect of early American work and play. Stop by and learn about the trades and activities of life on the Webster farm! \nThis program is included in museum admission. Enjoy FREE general admission for children 12 and under for this event! \nFor more information\, please email events@noahwebsterhouse.org.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/wheres-noah-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T140000
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SUMMARY:Historic Garden Tours | Life on the Webster Farm
DESCRIPTION:June 13 – Historic Garden Tours \nOur museum teachers will lead you through a tour of Webster’s east garden to explore how herbs were used for flavoring food\, making medicine\, fragrances and insecticides. You can even create a lavender sachet to take home with you… a relaxing and natural air freshener. \nVisit the museum on select Saturdays from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. and enjoy live demonstrations from our experienced team of museum educators. Each demonstration will focus on a unique aspect of early American work and play. Stop by and learn about the trades and activities of life on the Webster farm! \nThis program is included in museum admission. Enjoy FREE general admission for children 12 and under for this event! \nFor more information\, please email events@noahwebsterhouse.org.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/historic-garden-tours/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T180000
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SUMMARY:WordHouse Poetry - June 17
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society for a FREE poetry reading on Wednesday\, June 17 from 6:00pm – 8:00pm. Each program begins with an open mic and features two headlining poets. No registration is required and donations are greatly appreciated to support the not-for-profit museum. Please visit www.noahwebsterhouse.org/wordhouse-poetry/ for more information.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/wordhouse-poetry-june-17/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T183000
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SUMMARY:The Declaration of Independence: A Minute Reading into Meaning\, Memory and Fantastical Misunderstanding!
DESCRIPTION:The Declaration of Independence: A Minute Reading into Meaning\, Memory\, and Fantastical Misunderstanding!\nThursday\, June 18\, 2026\n6:30 p.m. \nClick Here to Purchase Tickets!   \n  \nWhat did the Declaration actually declare?     Why…and to whom?    What was the actual point\, and in the long stretch of history\, where does this monumental document stack up in our contemporary world?  \nThis program is co-hosted by the Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society\, West Hartford 250\, and the West Hartford Town Historian. \n  \nAbout The Presenter: \nMatt Warshauer is a professor of history at Central Connecticut State University\, where he received his bachelors in American Studies.  Fascinated by what he calls “the American paradox\,” the ever-challenging conundrum between the nation’s founding document and the difficulties of pursuing essential ideas of freedom\, Warshauer pursued an MA and Ph.D. at Saint Louis University.  He has spent the last 30 years exploring the great American experiment in self-government. The author of five books and countless articles and reviews\, Warshauer has written extensively on Andrew Jackson\, slavery and the Civil War\, and\, most recently\, 9/11 and how the most important and devastating event of the 21st century has impacted the world in which we live. With a unique ability to draw in his audience\, Warshauer guides listeners through the complexities of American political and constitutional history so that we can all think more clearly and gain a better of understanding of our role as citizens. \nThis America250 presentation is supported by Eversource Energy & The Rotary Club of West Hartford.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/americas-first-system-of-government-and-its-utter-failure-the-articles-of-confederation/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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SUMMARY:From Milk To Ice Cream | Life on the Webster Farm
DESCRIPTION:July 18 – From Milk To Ice Cream \nThomas Jefferson and Noah Webster may not have agreed on much\, but who doesn’t agree that we all scream for ice cream? Thomas Jefferson is credited with creating the first ice cream recipe. Try your hand at making your own ice cream! \nVisit the museum on select Saturdays from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. and enjoy live demonstrations from our experienced team of museum educators. Each demonstration will focus on a unique aspect of early American work and play. Stop by and learn about the trades and activities of life on the Webster farm! \nThis program is included in museum admission. Enjoy FREE general admission for children 12 and under for this event! \nFor more information\, please email events@noahwebsterhouse.org.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/from-milk-to-ice-cream/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T140000
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SUMMARY:The One Room Schoolhouse | Life on the Webster Farm
DESCRIPTION:August 15 – The One Room Schoolhouse \nExperience what school was like for young Noah Webster and his classmates in the 1770s. You will have the opportunity to write with quill & ink\, use slates to practice lessons\, and read from horn books & of course\, Noah’s famous Blue Back Speller! Then\, enjoy the same games students would play at recess. \nVisit the museum on select Saturdays from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. and enjoy live demonstrations from our experienced team of museum educators. Each demonstration will focus on a unique aspect of early American work and play. Stop by and learn about the trades and activities of life on the Webster farm! \nThis program is included in museum admission. Enjoy FREE general admission for children 12 and under for this event! \nFor more information\, please email events@noahwebsterhouse.org.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/the-one-room-schoolhouse/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T021531
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SUMMARY:SAVE THE DATE! ~REAL ALE BEER FESTIVAL '26!~
DESCRIPTION:Join the Noah Webster House for REAL ALE ’26\, happening once again at the historic birthplace of Noah Webster\, right here in West Hartford\, Connecticut~ \nOver 20 local brewers will be on hand for our ELEVENTH year of beer sampling & good times! \n  \nStay tuned for more info….Tickets will be ON SALE by August 1\, 2026! \n  \n 
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/save-the-date-real-ale-beer-festival-26/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T140000
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SUMMARY:The Golden Age of Piracy | Life on the Webster Farm
DESCRIPTION:September 19 – The Golden Age of Piracy \nYou may have speculated that famous pirates the likes of Captain Kidd and Blackbeard have visited Connecticut’s coastline\, but did you know that our very own Noah Webster wrote a book on the dangers of piracy? Stop by to learn all about pirates\, read from Noah’s book on piracy\, & even create your own pirate flag. \nVisit the museum on select Saturdays from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. and enjoy live demonstrations from our experienced team of museum educators. Each demonstration will focus on a unique aspect of early American work and play. Stop by and learn about the trades and activities of life on the Webster farm! \nThis program is included in museum admission. Enjoy FREE general admission for children 12 and under for this event! \nFor more information\, please email events@noahwebsterhouse.org.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/the-golden-age-of-piracy/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T140000
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SUMMARY:Pumpkins & Squash | Life on the Webster Farm
DESCRIPTION:October 17 – Pumpkins & Squash \nSquash\, including our iconic pumpkin\, was a vital crop for Indigenous peoples and later the early American colonists. Today pumpkins are more common as décor and dessert. Guests will learn about the history of squash among early Americans\, taste an early American recipe\, & create a paper pumpkin. \nVisit the museum on select Saturdays from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. and enjoy live demonstrations from our experienced team of museum educators. Each demonstration will focus on a unique aspect of early American work and play. Stop by and learn about the trades and activities of life on the Webster farm! \nThis program is included in museum admission. Enjoy FREE general admission for children 12 and under for this event! \nFor more information\, please email events@noahwebsterhouse.org.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/pumpkins-squash/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261128T140000
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SUMMARY:Hearth Cooking | Life on the Webster Farm
DESCRIPTION:November 28 – Hearth Cooking \nTry your hand at cooking meals over the open flame in our 18th-century reproduction fireplace! Our museum teachers will discuss how the Webster family prepared meals\, where the ingredients came from\, & show tools that were used in cooking and baking. \nVisit the museum on select Saturdays from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. and enjoy live demonstrations from our experienced team of museum educators. Each demonstration will focus on a unique aspect of early American work and play. Stop by and learn about the trades and activities of life on the Webster farm! \nThis program is included in museum admission. Enjoy FREE general admission for children 12 and under for this event! \nFor more information\, please email events@noahwebsterhouse.org.
URL:https://noahwebsterhouse.org/event/hearth-cooking/
LOCATION:Noah Webster House\, 227 South Main Street\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06107\, United States
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