Upcoming Events
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Celebrate America's 250th birthday-Summer 2026
The Merwinsville Hotel in Gaylordsville, CT, will hold a special summer art show celebrating the 250 years of America. This show will feature artwork created on the theme of America’s 250 years.
The show opens with a reception on Sunday, June 28 from 2 to 4 p.m. and will be on display all summer on Sunday afternoons during the Hotel’s summer tours. Visitors will be asked to vote on the People’s Choice Awards. An end-of-show celebration will be held Sept. 11 at the Hotel’s Annual Meeting.
This is also a juried show with cash prizes for entries in three different mediums: Painting/drawing; photography and mixed media. Artists are invited to sell their work and a portion of the proceeds goes to the historic hotel for its ongoing upkeep and restoration. The Hotel is supported through a 100 percent-volunteer nonprofit that has worked to restore the building for over 50 years. The 183-year-old building needs constant maintenance and renovation.
Admission to the show and the Summer Sunday Tours of the building is free.
The Merwinsville Hotel is on the National Registry of Historic Places located at 1 Browns Forge Road in Gaylordsville, CT, only 15 minutes from Kent, Sherman, New Milford and the Harlem Valley/Wingdale Railroad Station.
- When: Sunday, June 28, 2026 to September 11, 2026 2:00 pm 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 5, 12, 19, 26
2 - 4 pm
Tours of the hotel and second floor museum. Free admission.
AUGUST:
Summer Sunday Tours
August 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30
2 - 4 pm
Tours of the hotel and second floor museum. Free admission.- When: Sunday, July 5, 2026 to August 30, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
- Cost: FREE
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Annual Meeting and Pot Luck Dinner
Open to all!
Our Annual Meeting & Potluck Dinner
Mark your calendars for Friday, Sept. 11 at 6:00 p.m.
Our featured speaker at 7:30 pm is TBD, but always fascinating!
Free admission- When: Friday, September 11, 2026 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
- Cost: FREE
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39th Annual Columbus Day Weekend Arts & Fine Crafts Show Gala Preview
GALA PREVIEW
Hors d’oeuvres, desserts, beverages, live music from Mama Train, 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.$30 in advance and $20 for hotel members
$35 at the door- When: Friday, October 9, 2026 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
- Cost: $35.00
Members: $20.00
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39th 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.$3.00 suggested donation at the door. Children under 10 free and members are free.
- When: Saturday, October 10, 2026 to October 12, 2026 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Cost: $3.00
Members: FREEBuy Tickets Member Tickets
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39th 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.
$3.00 suggested donation at the door. Children under 10 free and members are free.
- When: Friday, October 16, 2026 to October 18, 2026 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Cost: $3.00
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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 27, 2026 to November 29, 2026 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 4, 2026 to December 6, 2026 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Cost: FREE
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