easy
2–3 hours
No special physical fitness needed; suitable for most visitors.
Discover Hartford’s creative side with Costumes & Candles—a hands-on workshop combining textile and candle-making arts. Perfect for visitors seeking a unique cultural experience in Connecticut’s capital.
Spaces in the workshop fill quickly, so booking ahead ensures your spot in the session.
Wear clothes suitable for crafting and possible wax spills during candle making.
Arrive 10-15 minutes before the workshop starts to settle in and choose your materials.
This experience takes place indoors, making it perfect for any weather conditions.
Hartford is home to some of America’s oldest literary landmarks, including Mark Twain’s residence, reflecting a rich cultural heritage.
The workshop promotes sustainable materials and encourages minimizing waste during crafting to support local environmental efforts.
Allows freedom of movement and tolerance for crafting materials.
Helpful to protect clothes from wax or dyes during candle and costume making.
Useful for sketching costume ideas or jotting down candle recipes and tips.
To carry your finished candles and costume projects safely home.