Carousel Museum Collection
In preparation for your year end tax donations, please consider donating to the Carousel Museum's transportation fund! Our permanent collection of carousel animals continues to grow each year. Donations to the collection have come from all over the United States including, Maine, Connecticut, New York, Kansas, Las Vegas, New Jersey, California, and New York. Your support of our transportation fund will help us get these animals to the Museum and into their forever home!
Dress Up Event: Carousel Costume Critter Contest - Now extended to the end of October!
Ever wanted to dress up as a carousel animal in a cap, a princess crown, or maybe even as a pirate? Well, now, your chance! For a $50.00 donation to the museum, you can put one of eight carousel animals in Halloween costumes. Which one will you choose?
1. Cat with blue and orange bird - Taken
2. Blue ribbon jumper horse - Taken
3. White rabbit - Taken
4. Gilded mane horse - Taken
5. Brown saddle horse
6. Blue trappings prancer horse
Dress Up Day, Sunday, September 28th, 1:00-3:00 PM
The Carousel Museum, 95 Riverside Ave. Bristol, CT 06010
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Choose from the approved costume products and design your own carousel animal for Treat or Treating!
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Will you make a bat-pig, a princely frog, a lion tiger, or something brand new?
Your donation directly supports the Carousel Museum, helping preserve the beauty and history of these cherished carousels for future generations.
Don’t miss out on this one-time-only event.
Together, we can keep the magic alive!
Meet the animals!
Here are ways you can decorate the animals!
Ghost Story Tours at the Carousel Museum
Tours offered by appointment only!
Thursdays in October (2nd, 16th, and 23rd), 4:00 - 8:00 PM
The Carousel Museum, 95 Riverside Ave. Bristol, CT 06010
Halloween Costume Attire is welcome!
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​Haunted? Come find out with a tour!
Come listen to carousel ghost stories
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Your ticket purchase directly supports the Carousel Museum, helping preserve the beauty and history of these cherished carousels for future generations. Tickets will sell out, so do not wait!
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable, eerie, and gloomy night of carousel mystery.
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Movie Night!: Something Wicked This Way Comes
Join us for a spooky evening, all while supporting the Carousel Museum!
Thursday, October 9th, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
The Carousel Museum, 95 Riverside Ave. Bristol, CT 06010
Halloween Costume Attire is welcome!
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Dive into the world of the Pandemonium Carnival, where your greatest desires could be granted.
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Bring your own snacks!
This movie showing is included in the price of admission.
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable, eerie, and gloomy night of carousel mystery.
Together, we can keep the magic of Mr. Dark alive!
The Carousel Museum Drag Events – Morning and Evenings of Fun and Prizes!​
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October 12th: Just a Brunch of Hocus Pocus with the Sanderson Sisters
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Brunch runs from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, with doors opening at 11:00 AM.
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For Brunch:
The Witches are back! Someone has lit the black flame candle, bringing the Sanderson sisters back. They plan to take over, and no one is safe!!!!
Join us for “Just a Brunch of Hocus Pocus” Sunday, October 12, with Salem’s favorite witches – Winnie, Mary, and Sarah. Indulge in a brunch buffet to die for, as these witches cast a spell with a one-hour all-live singing show. Featuring New England’s #1 live singing Winifred Sanderson impersonator, Summer Orlando, as seen in Disney’s “Hocus Pocus 2”. Featuring hit songs from Hocus Pocus 1 & 2, and a mix of everyone’s Halloween favorites. Costumes are highly encouraged! Brunch is served at 11 AM—Showtime at 12 PM BYOB. Get your tickets and don’t wait another 300 years! Photo and meet and greet with the Sisters following the show!
*They do not represent any licensed characters. This show is a Parody and Tribute, and in no way affiliated with The Disney Company. We are professional impersonators.
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What to Bring:
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Cash for a Drag performer tipping
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Beverages
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Snacks
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Come to our Boo Bash!
Come and enjoy Halloween at the Carousel Museum!
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October 30th from 6:15 - 8:15 PM
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Costumes are strongly encouraged.
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Tickets can be purchased at the door. Just pay regular admission prices!
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Al Fenton Big Band will be performing the music for the night, so come ready to dance the night away!
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Bring your family and friends to celebrate in a festive, interactive atmosphere. Whether you love to dance, enjoy great music, or just want to soak up the Halloween spirit in a unique setting, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this magical autumn evening at the Carousel Museum!
