Eli Whitney Museum

What exactly is a street car (trolley) and how is it different from a train?
Where did trolleys travel in our area?
Why did passengers eventually stop riding trolleys?

Learn about the history of Connecticut’s rail lines and public transportation systems. Build a map, solder, and create an interactive circuit to illuminate cities and destinations along the way.

Explore mazes that playfully engage! Design and build your very own maze to challenge friends and family.

Learn from the ancient creatures in East Rock Park and beyond!

Join us on Indigenous People’s Day to learn some of the history of indigenous people from our area. Learn to weave and basket and carve a turtle.

Going back to the basics: Hammers, Nails, and Blocks of Wood.