Early American Games & Toys | Life on the Webster Farm: Work Days

Visit the Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society on Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 1:00pm - 4:00pm to enjoy live demonstrations from our experienced team of museum educators. Each demonstration will focus on a unique aspect of early American work and play.

April 12, 2025 – Early American Games & Toys

While early Americans worked hard to fulfill household and farming responsibilities, they also found some time to have fun! Museum teachers will show your family how to play centuries-old games like “Jack Straws” and the “ball & cup”, the Jacob’s ladder, hand tops, or “button buzzers.” Make your own ball and cup or cornhusk doll to take home with you!

This program is included in museum admission. Enjoy FREE general admission for children under 12 for this event!

For more information, please email education@noahwebsterhouse.org or visit www.noahwebsterhouse.org/work-days.

Thank you to our 2025 Sponsor, the Rotary Club of West Hartford!