A juried exhibition of sculpture, ceramics, and more Opening Reception: Saturday, July 1, 2023, 2:00–4:00pm Exhibit Dates: July 1–July 29, 2023 Gallery Hours: Thursday–Saturday, 1:00–5:00pm Free & open to the public Join us for this brand-new exhibition at Arts Center East! We are showcasing the work of artists who make 3D art, from ceramics and […]
Join artist Kathleen Smits for a two-day Acrylic Landscape Painting Workshop. Paint the landscape! Advanced beginners and intermediates welcome. Explore color and value to create depth while learning brush techniques for textures. Learn to analyze compositions and create exciting paintings that draw the viewer in. Individual attention provided in a workshop atmosphere to improve your style […]
Our signature social event features 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 of […]
While Samuel Clemens, a.k.a. Mark Twain, is laid to rest in Elmira, New York, many of his Hartford companions and cohorts are interred at Cedar Hill Cemetery. Learn about Twain's life and his many Nook Farm friends, neighbors, and colleagues during this tour led by Steve Courtney. Admission to the program is $10.00 and free […]
The NBMAA’s longstanding monthly concert series, featuring local & regional performances from a variety of musical genres. More details forthcoming.
Come to Connecticut's first town settlement to view the 2023 Upcycled Planter Challenge. The planters created by local gardeners, artists, artisans and crafters are up for auction, proceeds will fund the upgrade of the second town Monarch Habitat at Riverwalk, a conserved public area featuring a biking, walking, jogging trail that runs alongside the Farmington […]
Join Randy Gilman for an Artist Talk about his work on the three-dimensional models in Walter Wick: Hidden Wonders! Artist Statement: By second grade I knew I would be an artist of some kind. Over the years I worked in a variety of creative fields. Out of art school my first job was as a window dresser. Later […]
Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars 50th Anniversary Thu. 7/13 at 8 pm ️ https://bit.ly/3r3d0LH Ticket Prices: Avon Members $16 General Public $11 Students & Seniors (Mon. - Thu.) $13 Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars 50th Anniversary Theatrical trailer One of the most iconic performances in the history of modern music, David […]
Saturday, July 15 10am-3pm Encampment Join us as the Lebanon Militia & Sheldon’s Light Horse bring history to life! Explore the camp-life of soldiers of foot and horse, and family-life during the Revolutionary War. Wander the camp, talk to the soldiers, camp followers & dragoons. Listen to the music and stories of the unsung hero’s […]
Join artist Kathleen Smits in a “Sketch with the Masters” workshop by looking, observing and drawing in front of Frederick Church's West Rock, learn basic techniques with pencil and paper to create shape, form, texture, light and shadow. Explore the landscape paintings of the Hudson River School artists in the Martin Gallery. We will also discuss […]
Works of more than 60 of the 100 artists featured in Carl and David Little’s upcoming book, Art of Penobscot Bay, are on display at the Thos. Moser Freeport showroom from July 1, 2023 through January 31, 2024. The authors and brothers, who live in Maine, delve into the allure and vastness of this renowned body of water and explore an impressive timeline from esteemed painters […]
Meet Cedar Hill’s creative residents including the cemetery’s most distinguished artists, actors, and authors. Hear about lesser-known personalities such as Nicholas Hudson Holt, Fern Andra, and Frances Laughlin Wadsworth, as well as the noteworthy William Glackens, Wallace Stevens, and Katharine Hepburn. Admission to the program is $10.00 and free for Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation members. […]
Barbie (PG-13) ️ http://bit.ly/37KJsok Ticket Prices: Avon Members $9 General Public $14.50 Students & Seniors (Mon. - Thu.) $11 Trailer: https://youtu.be/pBk4NYhWNMM Thu. 7/20 at 3 pm 5:20 pm 7:45 pm Fri. 7/21 at 2:55 pm 5:20 pm 7:45 pm Sat. 7/22 at 12:30 pm 2:55 pm 5:20 pm 7:45 pm Sun. 7/23 at 12:30 pm […]
Oppenheimer (R) ️ http://bit.ly/37KJsok Ticket Prices: Avon Members $9 General Public $14.50 Students & Seniors (Mon. - Thu.) $11 Thu. 7/20 at 7 pm Fri. 7/21 at 3:30 pm 7 pm Sat. 7/22 at 12 pm 3:30 pm 7 pm Sun. 7/23 at 12 pm 3:30 pm 7 pm Mon. 7/24 at 3:30 pm 7 […]
Enjoy an evening of music with The Jolly Beggars. The popular Connecticut-based band brings the rich tradition of Celtic folk music and storytelling to modern day audiences. Characterized by their tight harmonies and use of guitars, mandolin, tin whistles, octave mandolin, mandola, tenor banjo, double bass, spoons, and more, The Jolly Beggars enjoy an enthusiastic […]
Elizabeth Colt erected one of the first major monuments at Cedar Hill Cemetery, one of her many efforts to commemorate her husband Sam’s legacy in Connecticut’s capital city. Foundation Director Beverly Lucas will introduce you to Colt family members now residing at Cedar Hill as well as friends and associates of the influential couple. Admission […]
Take Great Photos With Your Smartphone – Smartphone camera quality is improving constantly and rapidly. For many shooting situations, it’s the perfect alternative for a sometimes heavy and unwieldy 35mm camera. And since most people carry a smartphone in their pocket or purse, they’re almost guaranteed not to miss those great photo opportunities. This class […]
Join attorney Amina R. Merritt, a direct descendant of Venture Smith, to hear the story of one of Connecticut’s Black founding families. The son of an affluent African family, Venture (named Broteer at birth) was kidnapped and brought to America, where he was enslaved. Many years later, he purchased freedom for himself and his family, […]
WINNER Mystic Film Festival: Best CT Film “The Oystering Life” tells the story of oystering along the Connecticut coast, which is heaven for oysters, oyster lovers, and for the people who harvest the bivalves from the sea. The protected Long Island Sound, the fresh-flowing rivers, and the broad estuaries provide nearly ideal conditions for oysters to grow […]
This summer, Capitol Information and Tours at the Connecticut State Capitol is partnering with Connecticut’s Old State House to offer free “Then and Now” Family Days on Friday, July 28th and August 25th from 10 am to 5 pm. Take a special "Then and Now" themed guided tour of the Connecticut State Capitol at 10:15, […]
The Whitney Players Theater Company presents the musical "Damn Yankees" August 2nd through August 5th at Hamden High School, 2040 Dixwell Avenue in Hamden. Wednesday through Friday performances begin at 7:30 pm. Saturday matinee at 2 PM. Ticket prices are $20 in advance, $25 all tickets at the door. Tickets can be purchased in advance […]
Our signature social event features live music, art, food, spirits, and good friends. New Britain’s best Happy Hour, since 1995! Hartford based songwriter/producer/multi-instrumentalist Miles Elliot will perform on August 4. 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+ […]