The Harriet Beecher Stowe Center preserves and interprets of Stowe’s Hartford home and the Center’s historic collections, promotes vibrant discussion of her life and work, and inspires commitment to social justice and positive change.
    When you visit the Stowe Center, don’t expect a traditional historic house museum. Expect a conversational, interactive tour where you can participate along with your guide.
    Of course you’ll hear about everything that compelled Stowe to write her most famous novel, Uncle Tom’s Cabin: her childhood, travels, marriage and family, and perhaps greatest of all, her courage.
    But you’ll also connect the past to the present as you discuss 19th century social issues- such as slavery and the role of women- that resonate today in the form of racism, mass incarceration, immigration or equal pay.

    You’ll see the beautifully preserved interiors of the National Historic Landmark- renovated in 2017- alongside modern gallery spaces.
    You’ll view rooms that reflect Stowe’s design choices and decorative arts as well as her own oil paintings. And you’ll explore exhibits that showcase the complicated and controversial legacy of “Uncle Tom” whose name became a racial slur.
    Harriet Beecher Stowe’s life and work is an example of how one person can make a difference. You’ll leave feeling inspired that you can create positive change.

HOURS: 
Thursdays 12:30am to 8:00pm (last tour at 7:00)
Fridays 11:30am to 6:00pm
Last Saturdays 8:30am to 5pm (last tour 4:30)    Information 860-522-9258