Upcoming Events
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Give Local with Connecticut Community Foundation
Help the Hotel win prizes for participation and donations during this 36-hour giving campaign.
Your gift could be dramatically increased based on various gift challenges that are happening throughout the two days.
To donate, visit this link: https://www.givelocalccf.org/organizations/merwinsville-hotel-restoration-inc- When: Tuesday, April 25 , 2023 to April 26 , 2023 7:00 am to 7:00 pm
- Cost: FREE
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6th Annual Spring Arts and Fine Crafts Show
April 28, 29 and 30, AND May 5, 6 and 7 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Suggested Donation: $2 per person.
Children under 10 free. Members are admitted free.Over 60 local artists and artisans will have work on display at the sixth annual show and a portion of all sales benefit the Merwinsville Hotel Restoration.
The show features artwork in glass, photography, jewelry, woodturning, pottery and watercolors, oil and acrylic art.Artists’ demonstrations will be Saturday, April 29 and Sunday, April 30 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Locally grown plants are also available for sale from Meadowbrook Garden in New Milford and The Village Farm Shop and Greenhouse in Gaylordsville.- When: Friday, April 28 , 2023 to April 30 , 2023 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Cost: $2.00
Members: FREE
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6th Annual Spring Arts and Fine Crafts Show - 2nd Weekend
April 28, 29 and 30, AND May 5, 6 and 7 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Suggested Donation: $2 per person.
Children under 10 free. Members are admitted free.
Over 60 local artists and artisans will have work on display at the sixth annual show and a portion of all sales benefit the Merwinsville Hotel Restoration. The show features artwork in glass, photography, jewelry, woodturning, pottery and watercolors, oil and acrylic art.
Locally grown plants are also available for sale from Meadowbrook Garden in New Milford and The Village Farm Shop and Greenhouse in Gaylordsville.- When: Saturday, May 6 , 2023 to May 7 , 2023 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Cost: $2.00
Members: FREE
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Open House Day
The Merwinsville Hotel opened for business in 1843.
Tours offered of the hotel and second floor museum. The second floor features rooms with period furniture and decor reminiscent of the hotel’s earliest years.There is also a museum of artifacts featuring the rich history of the building that was originally a meal stop and station for the Housatonic Railroad.
Refreshments served. Free admission. This is the 18th anniversary of the state-wide event.
- When: Saturday, June 10 , 2023 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Cost: FREE
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July and August Sunday Tours
Come spend some time with us, any Sunday in July and August!
JULY:
Summer Sunday Tours
July 9, 16, 23, 30
2 - 4 pm
Tours of the hotel and second floor museum. Free admission.
AUGUST:
Summer Sunday Tours
August 6, 13, 20 and 27
2 - 4 pm
Tours of the hotel and second floor museum. Free admission.- When: Sunday, July 9 , 2023 to August 27 , 2023 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
- Cost: FREE
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Annual Meeting and Pot Luck Dinner
Open to all.
Appetizers at 6 pm followed by dinner at 6:30 pm.
A short business meeting of the membership will be held at 7:15 pm
Speaker - TBD
Free admission- When: Friday, September 8 , 2023 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
- Cost: FREE
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35th Annual Columbus Day Weekend Arts & Fine Crafts Show Preview
GALA PREVIEW
Hors d’oeuvres, desserts, beverages, live music from a great band, and a chance to preview and purchase artwork, photography, fine crafts, jewelry, and glassware.
Those looking for gifts of original artwork by local artists will find a great variety of framed oil paintings, watercolors and photography. The fall show also features the work of artisans in glass, jewelry, woodwork, pottery and more.
Many local artists take advantage of the shows offered at the Hotel to sell their work and support the ongoing restoration of the building. A portion of all sales benefit the Hotel.- When: Friday, October 6 , 2023 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
- Cost: $30.00
Members: $20.00
In Advance: $25.00
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35th Annual Columbus Day Weekend Arts and Fine Crafts Show
Those looking for gifts of original artwork by local artists will find a great variety of framed oil paintings, watercolors and photography. The fall show also features the work of artisans in glass, jewelry, woodwork, pottery and more.
Many local artists take advantage of the shows offered at the Hotel to sell their work and support the ongoing restoration of the building. A portion of all sales benefit the Hotel.$2.00 suggested donation at the door. Children under 10 free and members are free.
- When: Saturday, October 7 , 2023 to October 9 , 2023 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Cost: $2.00
Members: FREE
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34th Annual Columbus Day Weekend Arts and Fine Crafts Show Continued!
Those looking for gifts of original artwork by local artists will find a great variety of framed oil paintings, watercolors and photography. The fall show also features the work of artisans in glass, jewelry, woodwork, pottery and more.
Many local artists take advantage of the shows offered at the Hotel to sell their work and support the ongoing restoration of the building. A portion of all sales benefit the Hotel.
$2.00 suggested donation at the door. Children under 10 free and members are free.
- When: Friday, October 13 , 2023 to October 15 , 2023 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Cost: $2.00
Members: FREE
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FIRST WEEKEND OF THE ANNUAL CHRISTMAS/HOLIDAY SHOW
See the Hotel magically transformed for the holidays with an amazing collection of nutcrackers, Worlds Fair miniatures, Santa Claus collections, and more!
Artwork for sale, along with holiday crafts, jewelry, ornaments, and much more. We are open 10am - 5pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday both weekends! Free admission.
- When: Friday, November 24 , 2023 to November 26 , 2023 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Cost: FREE
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SECOND WEEKEND OF THE ANNUAL CHRISTMAS/HOLIDAY SHOW
See the Hotel magically transformed for the holidays with an amazing collection of nutcrackers, Worlds Fair miniatures, Santa Claus collections, and more!
Artwork for sale, along with holiday crafts, jewelry, ornaments, and much more. We are open 10am - 5pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday both weekends! Free admission.
- When: Friday, December 1 , 2023 to December 3 , 2023 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Cost: FREE
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