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Scheduling a Program with Us
This year for the first time, make one phone call to book tours and educational programs at the Connecticut Historical Society, Old State House, and in your school.
Contact us at (860) 236-5621 ext. 232 or at education_assistant@chs.org
for more information or to schedule a program.
Times and Days
- School and youth tours are scheduled Monday through Friday between 9:15 and 4:00. Youth tours and programs may also be available on Saturdays.
- Outreach programs are scheduled Monday through Friday, allowing for transportation time from Hartford.
Fees
- Costs vary with the length of the program and are listed with the individual program descriptions.
- There is a minimum $30 fee per program.
- Fee reductions may be available for groups requiring financial assistance. Requests must be made in writing to: Director of Education, attn: Fee Waiver, Connecticut Historical Society, One Elizabeth Street, Hartford, CT 06105.
Group Size
- All school and youth groups of more than 10 students must make a reservation. In fairness to all our visitors, we ask you to schedule your program at least two weeks in advance.
- Group size limits vary and are listed with the individual program descriptions.
Chaperones
- We require 1 adult chaperone for every 10 students; 1 adult for every 5 students is admitted free of charge. Each additional adult accompanying the group is charged the program fee.
Lunch Facilities
- You may picnic outside at both locations, weather permitting.
- Inside lunch space may be reserved for up to 50 students for a fee of $25. ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR INDOOR SPACE AT BOTH LOCATIONS.
Confirmation
- A written confirmation will be mailed prior to your scheduled program. In the event that you must cancel a tour or program, please contact us at least one week in advance.
WHEN YOU CALL, PLEASE HAVE READY…
- Choice of program(s)
- Requested date (Please have 1-2 alternatives in mind)
- Requested start time
- Number of students (Check group size limits for desired program)
- Grade level
- Number of classes in the group
- Names of all teachers
- Teacher e-mail address, if available
- Special needs of students in your group
- Any specific teacher goals for program
The Connecticut Historical Society and the Old State House would like to thank the following for their support of educational programming:
State of Connecticut
U.S. Department of Education
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Comcast Foundation
Greater Hartford Arts Council
Connecticut Humanities Council
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