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Museum Staff

Catherine Veenstra

Catherine Veenstra

Front Desk & Operations Manger

Catherine joined the Carousel Museum in 2024 as the Front Desk and Operations Manager. She comes to us with a background in Law and Museum Studies.

Joe Hardin

Joe Hardin

Restoration Staff

Since joining The Carousel Museum’s Restoration Team in 2021, Joe Hardin has been an integral part of preserving and restoring the artistry of historic carousel figures.

Emily Morrissey

Emily Morrissey

Banquet/Facility Manager

Born and raised in Bristol, Emily possesses a deep affection for the realms of art and history.

Donna Woolcott

Donna Woolcott

Master Painter

Donna Woolcott's journey through the world of equestrian arts and carousel restoration is a tale of passion, skill and dedication. Her career, a beautiful blend

Kyle Borbas

Kyle Borbas

Weekend/Facility Rentals

Kyle joined the Museum to support after hours events in the summer of 2024 after previously serving as a volunteer.

Richard Norton

Richard Norton

Museum Intern

Richard came to the museum in early 2025.

Lori Williams

Lori Williams

Executive Assistant

Lori Williams joined The Carousel Museum in 2022 as the Director’s Executive Assistant after two decades of working in the insurance industry.

Jacson Deveau

Jacson Deveau

Weekend Staff

Jacson joined the museum in 2024 and is always happy to give any info on the museum or help in any way.

Hours:

Mon & Tues: Closed

Wed, Fri, Sat: 10:00 - 5:00 PM

Thur: 10:00 - 5:00PM

Sun: Noon - 5:00 PM​​​

Location:

95 Riverside Ave. Bristol, CT 06010

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Phone:

860-585-5411

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Dark grey primitive carousel horse with metal bands securing joints on the head and neck
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Primitive Horse

c.1890

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Museum Collection

The Carousel Museum is a 501(c)3 Charitable Organization

EIN# 06-1261386

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