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SUMMARY:ART FILM AT THE KATE: The Immortals: The Wonders of the Museo Egizio
DESCRIPTION:Frames in Film: Presented by The Kate & Florence Griswold Museum \n$17 (Members $15); ticket price includes box office fee and are available at thekate.org or 860.510.0453. Florence Griswold Museum Members call 860.434.5542 x111 for discount code \nKha\, architect and builder of tombs for the pharaohs\, must undertake the journey to the Underworld. Telling us the story of his voyage is Jeremy Irons\, in the guise of a narrator. His words take us inside the secret world of Egyptian mythology\, religion\, and funerary culture\, interweaving the story with the history of the oldest museum in the world\, the Museo Egizio in Turin\, founded in 1824. In fact\, the Kha’s own Tomb is to be found in Turin along with the most complete and most valuable private collection of grave goods outside of Egypt. \nA journey along the Nile\, among the most beautiful archaeological finds in Egypt\, the magnificent monuments of Giza\, Luxor\, Karnak\, to the Valley of the Kings and the workers’ village of Deir el-Medina\, the story told by Irons follows the tracks of Italian explorers and archaeologists – their itineraries also leading to the exhibition halls of the Cairo Museum\, the Ägyptischen Museum in Berlin\, the British Museum in London\, and the Louvre in Paris. From Ramesses II in Turin\, to the treasure of Tutankhamun in Cairo\, the bust of Nefertiti in Berlin\, the Red Scribe in the Louvre\, and the Rosetta Stone in London. \nRuntime: 95 minutes
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/art-film-at-the-kate-the-immortals/
LOCATION:Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center\, 300 Main Street\, Old Saybrook\, CT\, 06475
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SUMMARY:Museum Closed
DESCRIPTION:Museum offices will be closed September 7\, 2026 in observance of the holiday.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/museum-closed-8/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
CATEGORIES:Museum Announcements
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SUMMARY:DAY TRIP to Brimfield Antique Flea Market
DESCRIPTION:$110 (Members 10% discount) \nPurchase tickets here  \nBrimfield Antique Flea Market is the ultimate destination for antique lovers\, collectors\, and treasure hunters. As the largest and most iconic outdoor antique show in the country\, Brimfield transforms a small New England town into an open-air shopping spectacle. From high-end antiques to charming collectibles\, Brimfield vendors have something for everyone. \nParticipants will travel together to Brimfield\, Massachusetts by bus\, but split up for individual shopping excursions. History and helpful hints will be shared en route by David D.J. Rau\, the Museum’s Senior Director of Education and Visitor Engagement who has shopped the market for the last decade or more. \nLunch is on your own from vendors at the fair. This is a rain or shine event – no refunds for inclement weather. Dress for outdoor shopping and bring a large bag or rolling cart for use during the day. \nBus departs from and returns to the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme\, CT. \nEducational & Travel Program Refund Policy\nNo refunds for Broadway bus trips or Miss Florence’s Teas after transaction is complete. Refunds for programs over $20 are subject to a $20 cancellation fee. Refunds (less $20 fee) are offered for cancellations made prior to a program’s noted refund date. Programs without a refund date can be cancelled one hour prior to event. No refunds after program takes place. To request a refund or to transfer program fee into a donation\, please email David@FloGris.org. (Updated February 2022)
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/day-trip-to-brimfield-antique-flea-market/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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SUMMARY:Creative Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Ekphrasitic Poetry Inspired by the Griswold Collection \nwith Carlin Steere\, Essayist\, Editor\, and Educator\, University of South Florida \n$45 (Members 10% discount) \nPurchase tickets here \nJoin Steere for an interactive introduction to the world of ekphrastic poetry connecting art and language in creative ways. \nAfter a deep dive into the process\, participants will respond to several works of art on view in the Museum’s permanent collection. Participants will have an opportunity to share the results in preparation for a more final version of their poem to be continued after the event. \nSteere will coordinate the submission of a final poems to be gathered into a class anthology. \nThe Museum’s educational programming is supported by the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut; Connecticut Humanities; the Randolph and John Dirks Fund; the John and Kelly Hartman Foundation; the Sally Bill Children’s Education Fund; the Betty M. Challgren Education Fund; the Elizabeth Matthews Hubbard Education Fund; the Ingalls Foundation Education Fund; the Sali Godard Riege Educational Fund; and the Lelan F. Sillin\, Jr. Education Endowment Fund.\n \n \nEducational & Travel Program Refund Policy\nNo refunds for Broadway bus trips or Miss Florence’s Teas after transaction is complete. Refunds for programs over $20 are subject to a $20 cancellation fee. Refunds (less $20 fee) are offered for cancellations made prior to a program’s noted refund date. Programs without a refund date can be cancelled one hour prior to event. No refunds after program takes place. To request a refund or to transfer program fee into a donation\, please email david@flogris.org. (Updated February 2022)
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/creative-writing-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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SUMMARY:MINDFULNESS EVENT: Forest Bathing Along the Artists' Trail
DESCRIPTION:with Regan Stacey\, Certified Forest Bathing Guide \n$45 (Members 10% discount) \nPurchase tickets here \nAwaken your senses through a guided Forest Bathing experience along the Museum’s Artists’ Trail. \nForest Bathing is a celebrated form of mind and body connection with the natural world. Slow paced walking is punctuated with guided invitations to utilize all five senses in experiencing the surrounding environment. The practice has positive effects on mental and physical wellbeing\, engaging with the world around you to promote a more mindful way of living. \nRain or shine (dress accordingly). \nThe Museum’s educational programming is supported by the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut; Connecticut Humanities; the Randolph and John Dirks Fund; the John and Kelly Hartman Foundation; the Sally Bill Children’s Education Fund; the Betty M. Challgren Education Fund; the Elizabeth Matthews Hubbard Education Fund; the Ingalls Foundation Education Fund; the Sali Godard Riege Educational Fund; and the Lelan F. Sillin\, Jr. Education Endowment Fund.\n \n \nEducational & Travel Program Refund Policy\nNo refunds for Broadway bus trips or Miss Florence’s Teas after transaction is complete. Refunds for programs over $20 are subject to a $20 cancellation fee. Refunds (less $20 fee) are offered for cancellations made prior to a program’s noted refund date. Programs without a refund date can be cancelled one hour prior to event. No refunds after program takes place. To request a refund or to transfer program fee into a donation\, please email david@flogris.org. (Updated February 2022)
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/mindfulness-event-forest-bathing-along-the-artists-trail-6/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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SUMMARY:Wee Faerie Village 2026
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Wee Faerie Village is going to rock! \nJoin us for a visit to Gemstone Station September 26–November 1. Open Tuesdays–Sundays\, 10 am to 5pm. \nAll that glitters is not gold…sometimes it’s rubies\, emeralds\, and diamonds. Explore a Wee Faerie Village where everything is made from precious gifts of the earth: twinkling gemstones\, sparkling rare minerals\, and shimmering shiny metals. \nWe can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/wee-faerie-village-2026/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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SUMMARY:The 44th Annual Benefit Auction
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date for the 44th Annual Benefit Auction! \nThis important event directly supports the Museum’s innovative and inspiring educational programs and events. \nThe event is complimented by an Online Auction. Hundreds of unique items can be bid on from anywhere in the world and include artwork\, décor\, travel\, experiences\, jewelry\, and much more. A live auction also takes place under the tent at the event. Each year a different theme brings excitement and energy to this signature evening. \nCheck back soon for ticket sales information.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/the-44th-annual-benefit-auction/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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SUMMARY:Exploring Northern Italy Trip
DESCRIPTION:Exploring Northern Italy (October 29–November 6) with Venice Extension (November 6–8) \nThis trip is SOLD OUT. To be added to the wait list\, email David@FloGris.org. \nJoin the Florence Griswold Museum Travelers on another European adventure! \nThis Collette Spotlight Tour features a single hotel stay in Treviso with day trips to Verona\, Venice\, Asolo\, and the Dolomites. An optional Venice extension features a centrally located hotel on the Grand Canal near St. Mark’s Square. This tour leaves from and returns to the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme\, CT. \nUnpack once and take in the vineyards\, villas\, peaks\, and prosecco of Veneto and Northern Italy. Highlights of this unforgettable nine-day trip include include: Treviso\, a tiramisu-making demonstration\, Verona\, a glassblowing demonstration\, Venice\, Asolo\, Prosecco winery\, the Dolomites\, Bassano del Grappa\, and a Venetian villa visit. \nPrice per person from $3\,959. 9 days\, 11 meals included. \nCLICK HERE FOR FULL TOUR INFORMATION \nTo watch a prerecorded information session about this trip CLICK HERE. \nQuestions? Contact tour leader David D.J. Rau\, Curator of Visitor Engagement\, at David@FloGris.org.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/exploring-northern-italy-trip/
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SUMMARY:MINDFULNESS EVENT: Forest Bathing Along the Artists' Trail
DESCRIPTION:with Regan Stacey\, Certified Forest Bathing Guide \n$45 (Members 10% discount) \nPurchase tickets here \nAwaken your senses through a guided Forest Bathing experience along the Museum’s Artists’ Trail. \nForest Bathing is a celebrated form of mind and body connection with the natural world. Slow paced walking is punctuated with guided invitations to utilize all five senses in experiencing the surrounding environment. The practice has positive effects on mental and physical wellbeing\, engaging with the world around you to promote a more mindful way of living. \nRain or shine (dress accordingly). \nThe Museum’s educational programming is supported by the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut; Connecticut Humanities; the Randolph and John Dirks Fund; the John and Kelly Hartman Foundation; the Sally Bill Children’s Education Fund; the Betty M. Challgren Education Fund; the Elizabeth Matthews Hubbard Education Fund; the Ingalls Foundation Education Fund; the Sali Godard Riege Educational Fund; and the Lelan F. Sillin\, Jr. Education Endowment Fund.\n \n \nEducational & Travel Program Refund Policy\nNo refunds for Broadway bus trips or Miss Florence’s Teas after transaction is complete. Refunds for programs over $20 are subject to a $20 cancellation fee. Refunds (less $20 fee) are offered for cancellations made prior to a program’s noted refund date. Programs without a refund date can be cancelled one hour prior to event. No refunds after program takes place. To request a refund or to transfer program fee into a donation\, please email david@flogris.org. (Updated February 2022)
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/mindfulness-event-forest-bathing-along-the-artists-trail-7/
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