Connecticut's Old State House

The Connecticut Democracy Center (CTDC) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Connecticut Democracy Center Awards. This year, the CTDC will recognize Karen Hobert Flynn, (posthumously) former president of Common Cause, Pursuit Aerospace for its Second Chance Program, and Hartford Foundation for Public Giving. Click here for details: https://lnkd.in/eUCpw-kd. The awards were established to celebrate community, business, and philanthropic leaders' commitment to strengthening democracy through citizenship, service, and community engagement. The 2025 ceremony will be held at Connecticut's Old State House on Thursday, March 13. Tickets are $100 and will go on sale on January 2. #CTDemocracyCenter #ctoldstatehouse

Stop by the Holiday Shopping Fair at Connecticut's Old State House TODAY, tomorrow and Saturday between 11 am - 4 pm and discover unique gifts perfect for family, friends, colleagues and teachers! Find handcrafted jewelry, knitted goods, soaps, toys, original art, glassware, tasty treats and more made by Connecticut artists. Credit/debit cards, Venmo, ApplePay, and CashApp accepted. Come Kick off the holiday season in Hartford! #CTOldStateHouse 

Connecticut's Old State House Holiday Shopping Fair is a "Hallmark" moment in the holiday season! Stop by Dec. 5, 6, and 7 between 11 am and 4 pm to find unique gifts for the cast of characters in your life. The fair includes artists and crafters from across Connecticut. Come make a scene as you shop and enjoy dining and entertainment just steps away in picturesque downtown Hartford! Visit www.ctoldstatehouse.org for more details. #CTOldStateHouse 

Get a workout TOMORROW, Tuesday, November 5th, by exercising your right to vote! Questions about polling places or ID requirements? Looking for a voter guide? Visit the website of the Connecticut Secretary of State at https://portal.ct.gov/sots for the OFFICIAL information you need to participate. If you encounter any issues on Election Day, be sure to contact the Election Day Hotline at 1-866-733-2463 or email elections@ct.gov. #CTOldStateHouse #CTSOTS

It’s time for a celebration and some sweet competition! Join Connecticut’s Old State House on Saturday, November 2, for the third annual Election Cake Bake Off from 12 Noon to 3 pm. This event is FREE and open to the public. To RSVP, click here: https://lnkd.in/euPjAqVp. Historically, Election Day in Connecticut combined voting with parties, libations, parades, and cake! Connecticut pastry chefs and bakers will go whisk to whisk to have their confection crowned the official Connecticut Election Cake of 2024. This family-friendly event includes cake tasting, music, and fun activities in preparation for election day on November 5. Judges include Food Historian Linda Civitello, Ph.D., Lanasha Robinson of Yelp Connecticut, and Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas. #CTOldStateHouse #ElectionCake

Worried your vote doesn't matter? Maybe you don't feel either candidate is worthy of your vote? Before deciding whether to stay home on Election Day, consider how low voter turnout could impact you. Imagine these dots represent the people in your community. The yellow dots are the folks who come out to vote. The gray dots represent those who stay home. Remember, the November 5th election isn't just about choosing a president. It's about selecting leaders to represent your community and state. When voter turnout is low, the decision is left to a small portion of people. Ask yourself, does this small slice of the community share my priorities? Do these voters face the same challenges as me? Can I trust them to represent my interests? The more people who vote, the better consensus we get of who the community believes should lead. So, whether you vote early or on Election Day, in-person or absentee, your vote represents your priorities and ideals - and that counts for something. Please share. #CTDemocracyCenter 

Take advantage of the beautiful weather and stroll around Connecticut's Old State House to see "389 Years in 389 Steps," an exhibit of Hartford history now on display along the fence line. Check it out: #CTOldStateHouse #CTDemocracyCenter

Are you an educator or school administrator with a passion for civics? Have you heard of the "We The People," an interscholastic competition focused on exploring the history and principles of the constitutional democracy of the United States? Join the Center for Civic Education for a virtual open house on November 12 at 7 pm to learn more about bringing this program to your school or district. RSVP Here: https://lnkd.in/eY5G5tr7 #WeThePeople #CTDemocracyCenter #CTOldStateHouse

Let there be CAKE! Did you know that, back in the 19th century, Election Day included parties, libations, parades, and CAKE? Connecticut’s Old State House pays tribute with some sweet competition with the 3rd Annual Election Cake Bake Off. Bring the kids, a friend, or a date, and TASTE confections created by Connecticut bakers! Enjoy music, vote for your favorite, and gear up for Election Day on Tuesday, November 5. Admission is FREE! 

Last year The Connecticut Democracy Center established an award to honor individuals for their commitment to public service in government, business, our communities and schools. We're doing it again, but we need your help! Let us know about a neighbor, colleague or business who deserves to be recognized for their passion, selflessness and leadership. Submitting a nomination is simple. Visit bit.ly/CTDCAward2025 for more info. #CTDC #CTDCAwards2025