Upcoming events.
CT Open House Day
Step inside Lost in New Haven for our biggest scavenger hunt yet:
the America250 hunt!
Try to find the 250 uniquely American artifacts from our list among tens of thousands in our collection.
Explore history, discover immersive exhibits, and view the stories of our city up close.
No ticket required. Just curiosity.
OPEN 12:00PM - 5:00 PM
FREE ADMISSION
Family Friendly!
80 Hamilton Street, New Haven - plenty of free off-street and unmetered street parking, close to New Haven apizza!
The Great Give Happy Hour
Join us on May 6th for a happy hour event during The Great Give to celebrate, connect, and support the stories that shape New Haven.
PECHAKUCHA: The "False Advertising Edition"
Share Your Passion. Tell Your Story. Find Your People. PECHAKUCHA: The "False Advertising Edition" Everyone has something amazing to share. Let’s make it happen. 20 slides, changing automatically every 20 seconds. Story-telling at its most edited.
New Haven Sketchers
Grab your sketchbook and join New Haven Sketchers at Lost in New Haven! Spend the evening drawing in a space full of local history, hidden stories, and visual inspiration. New Haven Sketchers is a free, all-levels group that meets weekly to explore our city and build community through art-making.
Saturday Tour 04/25
Guided Tour with Founder/Executive Director Robert Greenberg of Lost in New Haven's extensive collection.
Stand Up For Mental Health Comedy Night
Join Us for pizza and drinks, view memorabilia from New Haven’s historic past, and enjoy a special comedy show celebrating talent from the Fellowship Place community. All proceeds will benefit deeply affordable housing and support services for adults living with mental illness or a co-occurring mental illness and substance use disorder.
Ticket options:
Regular Tickets: $100 per person
Advocate Tickets: $200 per person
Saturday Tour 04/11
Guided Tour with Founder/Executive Director Robert Greenberg of Lost in New Haven's extensive collection.
Horizons at Foote’s RAISE EVERY VOICE: Jump for Joy
April 10 is Raise Every Voice: Jump for Joy - interactive entertainment, delicious local food, exciting raffles and silent auctions - all in support of free academics & enrichment for New Haven youth, at one of the coolest museums in our city!
ORGANIZING TO WIN: NEW HAVEN
If Democracy is worth fighting for, doesn't it start with each of us? Join us for a talk with author Jimmy Tickey around his new book, Organizing to Win. Tickey's book is a timely, practical, and empowering guide for anyone who wants to make a real difference in their community. In an era of growing cynicism and deepening inequality, this book reminds us that democracy thrives when citizens engage. Whether you’re frustrated with current leadership, feel disconnected from the political process, or simply want to add your voice to the conversation, Organizing to Win provides strategy and step-by-step tactics to get involved in your community, run for office, and make life better for people. Are you ready to meet the moment?
Saturday Tour 03/21
Guided Tour with Founder/Executive Director Robert Greenberg of Lost in New Haven's extensive collection.
Saturday Tour 03/07
Guided Tour with Founder/Executive Director Robert Greenberg of Lost in New Haven's extensive collection.
Hearts and History
Spend this Valentine’s Eve a.k.a. Friday the 13th exploring Lost In New Haven after hours with Hearts & History, a fun evening immersed in the stories and artifacts that shaped the city we love!
Saturday Tour 01/31
Guided Tour with Founder/Executive Director Robert Greenberg of Lost in New Haven's extensive collection.
Business After Hours - By Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce
Join us for an unforgettable evening of networking at Lost in New Haven, a hidden gem known for its unique atmosphere and captivating charm, featuring live music with a local musician!
IONNE Live at Lost in New Haven
On January 24, 2026, Lost In New Haven presents an immersive evening of live music and art led by New Haven–based electronic musician and producer Ionne (the performance alias of Dr. Maurice Lajuane Harris). The event bridges sound, story, and visual imagination, blending the electricity of contemporary electronica with the organic warmth of live instrumentation in a performance that mirrors the museum’s own spirit—where heritage and modern creativity meet.
Saturday Tour 12/20
Guided Tour with Founder/Executive Director Robert Greenberg of Lost in New Haven's extensive collection.
Saturday Tour 11/29
Guided Tour with Founder/Executive Director Robert Greenberg of Lost in New Haven's extensive collection.
Saturday Tour 11/22
Guided Tour with Founder/Executive Director Robert Greenberg of Lost in New Haven's extensive collection.
Film Premiere: "Quundalini, Quantum Healing Yoga: The Bridge from Victim to Victory"
Join the premier showing of Quundalini, Quantum Healing Yoga: The Bridge from Victim to Victory. This exclusive event shares Quantum Healing Yoga, a life elevating modality inspired into creation by yogini, Jai, that blends ancient kundalini wisdom with sacred feminine teachings to evoke inner union and transformative healing.
Tiny Skeletons Halloween Party
Get SPOOKY at Shaina's Tiny Skeletons Halloween Party:
Foxy Dawgs specialty hot dog stand + cash bar at the historic Anchor Bar!
*Costumes recommended*
"F*ck That Guy" Connecticut Premiere
Please join us at the Connecticut Premiere of F*CK THAT GUY, a film by Hanna Gray Organschi, produced by Tara Sheffer and Elizabeth Woodward of WILLA, and Executive Produced by Oscar® winner Spike Lee and Tony® winner Riva Marker. An unflinching look at adolescence, desire, and autonomy, the film stars Carys Douglas in a breakout performance alongside Victoria Pedretti (PONYBOI, ORIGIN, YOU), Micheal Neeson (SOMEWHERE QUIET, ON OUR WAY), and Dagmara Dominczyk (PRISCILLA, SUCCESSION) with Sydney Lemmon (SUCCESSION, TAR).
Saturday Tour 10/04
Guided Tour with Founder/Executive Director Robert Greenberg of Lost in New Haven's extensive collection.
Saturday Tour 09/27
Guided Tour with Founder/Executive Director Robert Greenberg of Lost in New Haven's extensive collection.
The Silent Light Presents: Fritz Lang’s Metropolis
Experience Fritz Lang's 1927 science fiction masterpiece Metropolis like never before, reimagined with a blistering live metal score by The Silent Light. This cinematic ritual of chaos and sound will be performed one night only live at Lost in New Haven on September 20th, 2025. Tickets include a pass to the museum as well as the screening.
Saturday Tour 09/13
Guided Tour with Founder/Executive Director Robert Greenberg of Lost in New Haven's extensive collection.
Saturday Tour 09/06
Guided Tour with Founder/Executive Director Robert Greenberg of Lost in New Haven's extensive collection.