250th Planning Workshop

February 19, 2025

At this session, CT Humanities staff discussed using available resources to develop high-quality 250th events, programs, and initiatives that are aligned with your organization or town’s strategic mission.

Below are links to download the worksheets discussed during the workshop:

• Program Worksheet
• Organization Strengths & Goals
• Strategy Screen
• Planning Template – Events
• Planning Template – Programs
• Budget Template

Additional resources discussed during the workshop include:

• AASLH Field Guide
• America 250 | CT Planning Guide
• America 250 | CT IDEA Planning Guide
• Affiliate Program
• Local Committees
• 250th Anniversary Programming Handbook
• “Using the Themes” Programming Ideas
• Connecticut Events Calendar
• Connecticut’s Designated Regional Service Organizations
• Funding Resources