The Silvermine Art Colony 1908 - 1922 brings together 120 works by 23 artists. Beautiful plein air landscapes, powerful sculptures by Solon Borglum, portraits, pastels, drawings and a range of prints, many of the Silvermine, CT area, form the most comprehensive exhibit of this unique and talented art colony. A new publication is available on […]
Each year we dedicate one exhibit to our active Artist Members. Our Artist Members are a vital part of the community at Arts Center East. This exhibit showcases their varied talents and artistic achievements. Visitors are welcome to vote for their favorite pieces! The winners will be awarded prizes at the close of the exhibit. […]
IN VIAGGIO: THE TRAVELS OF POPE FRANCIS (NR) Mon. 3/27 at 7 pm ️ http://bit.ly/3ZubWfY The film will feature an exclusive, pre-recorded post-film discussion. IN VIAGGIO: THE TRAVELS OF POPE FRANCIS is a decade-long chronicling of the head of the Catholic church, from Academy Award® nominated filmmaker Gianfranco Rosi (FIRE AT SEA, NOTTURNO). Run Time […]
Ages 6 and up Join us for a series of Hidden Wonders Workshops for Children and Families. Explore different themes in the special exhibition Walter Wick: Hidden Wonders! through hands-on activities in the studios! Use your imagination to build wonderlands of toys, gadgets, and gizmos! Using reclaimed materials, participants will construct dioramas, like Walter Wick, […]
Join Walter Wick for an artist talk about the special exhibition "Walter Wick: Hidden Wonders!" Image: Walter Wick, "Entrance from Curiosity Shop: A Can You See What I See? Book," 2021, Pigmented Inkjet Photograph, 50” W x 30” H, Framed size: 51.5” W x 22.5” H, Courtesy of the artist
Our signature social event, featuring live music, art, food, spirits, and good friends. New Britain’s best Happy Hour, since 1995! Cash bar available; access to Museum galleries is included with your ticket. Event doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Please Note: First Friday is a 21+ event. For the safety of all patrons, the attendance […]
Join us for April Vacation Days filled with activities related to special exhibition "Walter Wick: Hidden Wonders!" Enjoy an afternoon of storytelling, hands-on art activities, scavenger hunts, and floor games. For ages 6-12. Parents may drop off their children and have two hours kid-free, or spend some quiet time alone in the galleries and in […]
March 25, 2023 – September 10, 2023 “A house without a rushnyk is not a home.” — Ukrainian proverb The word rushnyk derives from ruka, “hand,” and while it can refer to an ordinary towel, the ceremonial rushnyk is distinct in its ornamentation and its importance. In almost any Ukrainian home, the family icons—and, more […]
Film screening with live performances that strings together the plot of the illustrated graphic novel series, Shards of Time, by Mark Aldrich. Travel the globe with the SPOOL Society Sisters on their many exciting adventures as they save old buildings and protect the environment from malign forces. Actors will dramatize episodes with song, dance, and […]
Stephanie Haboush Plunkett is the Deputy Director and Chief Curator of the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. The recipient of a Master of Fine Arts degree from the School of Visual Arts, Illustration as Visual Essay program, she is the author of two American Library Association Notable children’s books and the curator of many […]
Join Marion Belanger for an Artist Talk about her work in Ansel Adams and the Legacy of the American Landscape: Photographs from the NBMAA. Marion Belanger photographs the cultural landscape, particularly where geology and the built environment intersect. She was awarded a John Simon Guggenheim Fellowship to photograph the contested landscape of the Everglades. Rather than […]
The NBMAA will once again assemble some of the best breweries in CT for our ever-popular "Craft Sippin' in New Britain.” Enjoy tasting Connecticut’s finest craft beers, a walking taco bar, and the MLB game on the big screen! Members $30; non-Members $40; Designated Drivers $20 Walking Tacos and 5 oz. NBMAA Craft Sippin’ Souvenir […]
Celebrate Earth Day at the NBMAA with a Docent-led tour highlighting nature-related artwork! 11 a.m. - Spanish Language Tour | Museum Highlights for Earth Day 1 p.m. - Walk-In Tour | Museum Masterpieces - Highlighting Valerie Hegarty, West Rock with Branches, 2012 2 p.m. - Outdoor Sculpture Tour in Honor of Earth Day, rain or shine All Day: Earth Day hands-on art […]
Internationally renowned pianists present the works of Fryderyk Chopin and other musical masters. April 23: Wojciech Świętoński May 21: Angelina Gadeliya
The event will feature leading industry experts, Bridgeport-based artists and poets, and artwork produced by our Urban Scholars students. It will bring the community together around the healing of urban and racial trauma through artistic self-expression. Attendees will hear from Keynote, visionary graphic designer Cey Adams, founding creative director of Def Jam Recordings who will share his […]
Painting techniques and practice for both acrylic and oil painters Dates: Saturdays, April 29–June 3, 2023 (5 classes; No class 5/27) Time: 9:30am–12:00pm Instructor: Laura Kinlock Register online or call 860-871-8222 This five week class would be beneficial to both acrylic and oil painters, who want to learn more. We will discuss techniques, surfaces, texture, […]
Using Valerie Hegarty’s work West Rock with Branches in the NBMAA collection as inspiration, along with other contemporary artists that Hegarty will introduce, participants will create multi-media collages that comment on an urgent social, political, or cultural issue of today. Color printouts of a range of early American paintings will be provided, or you may bring your […]