This new film series was made possible by the City of Stamford through a generous grant from the Stamford Arts and Culture Commission. Admission is free and includes a complimentary popcorn and soda. Movies That Build Community tickets are only available through our box office. Call (203) 967-3660 or visit in person to reserve your […]
Contemporary Puerto Rican Art Coming to the Art Museum, University of Saint Joseph WEST HARTFORD, Conn. (March 4, 2024) — The Art Museum at the University of Saint Joseph (USJ) will open the exhibition (R)evolution: Identity and Power in Puerto Rican and Diasporican Art—a reflection upon colonialism and Puerto Rican resistance—with a public reception […]
Don't miss out on the excitement of the 8th Annual Quiet Corner Film Festival! Featuring captivating short films from 9 area high schools including KIllingly, Woodstock, ACT Magnet School, Haddam Killingworth, East Haven and more! Step onto the Red Carpet, cast your voter for audience favorite, and witness talented filmmakers compete for cash and prizes […]
St. Edmunds Sacred Art Institute has culminated an extraordinary showing of sacred artworks reflecting on Christ and in particular, our Eucharistic Lord. Of over 650 artworks submitted for this Sacred Art Exhibition, 109 were accepted and many will be on display now through August 25th, 2024 at the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center in New […]
A collaborative exhibit from ACE Artist Members and RHS Creative Writers. Eureka Gallery Exhibit Dates: June 1–29, 2024 Gallery Hours: Thursday–Saturday, 1:00–5:00pm Free and open to the public Poetry Reading: Thursday, June 6, 6:30pm This exhibit of art and poetry is a collaboration between Arts Center East Artist Members, Vernon’s Poet Laureate, Pegi Deitz Shea, […]
During the Victorian era, Hartford Public High School earned a national reputation for excellence. Mark Rudewicz shares the stories of notable 19th-century graduates who attended the capital city’s top secondary school during this tour of Cedar Hill Cemetery. Admission to the program is $10.00 and free for Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation members. Advance reservations are […]
Heather Gaudio Fine Art is pleased to present Yoona Hur: Moving Stillness, her solo exhibition at the gallery. The show will open June 6th with a reception for the artist 6-8pm and will be on view through July 20th, 2024. Born in Seoul, South Korea, Hur is a New York-based artist who explores cultural identity, […]
Eighty years ago, the worst disaster in Hartford history took the lives of 168 people. The circus fire has lived in the memories of survivors and the imaginations of Connecticans ever since. On June 6th, the Connecticut Museum welcomes Don Massey and former Hartford Fire Chief Charles A. Teale to talk about the lasting legacy […]
3-time Independent Spirit Award Nominee and SXSW Award Winner, CHRONICLES OF A WANDERING SAINT opens at Hartford's Cinestudio on June 7. In a tiny Argentinian town, a pious yet competitive woman decides that staging a miracle could be her ticket to sainthood. Yet before the unveiling, a jarring event illuminates the hidden magic of her […]
Craft a vision for your garden and learn to draw your own detailed planting plan. Come and explore the core principles of garden design in this hands-on, weekend studio workshop. Suitable for all levels, you will learn comprehensive design techniques for the home gardener, from site survey and concept design to plant and material selection. […]
Craft a vision for your garden and learn to draw your own detailed planting plan. Come and explore the core principles of garden design in this hands-on, weekend studio workshop. Suitable for all levels, you will learn comprehensive design techniques for the home gardener, from site survey and concept design to plant and material selection. […]
You won’t want to miss the 2024 Windsor House Tour, Saturday, June 8 from 10 AM to 4 PM! Tickets are now available online, at the museum, and four convenient locations across Windsor. This year’s tour is themed “Coming Home,” evocative of the affection each participating homeowner has for Windsor and for the houses they now call home. This […]
Slow down and enjoy time in the galleries by carefully looking at a few works of art with an NBMAA Docent. Learn to look slowly, think deeply, and see things differently while making discoveries about works of art. This meditative approach to art uses simple mindfulness techniques that have been proven to increase mental well-being […]
Scherenschnitte or Don’t Get Snippy With Me Try your hand at this time-honored tradition of paper cutting. This intricate art form dates back to the invention of paper in ancient China. Many countries around the world have developed their own unique style. Germany, Poland (Wycinanki), Mexico (papel picado), and even the Pennsylvania-Dutch have embraced this […]
Hear stories of planes, trains, and automobiles on this transportation-themed tour led by Bill MacDonnell. Meet a famed barnstormer, pioneering train engineer, early auto enthusiast, railroad tycoon and more. Admission to the program is $10.00 and free for Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation members. Advance reservations are recommended and may be made online at www.cedarhillfoundation.org. Cedar […]
Sip your way into the enchanting world of Japanese culture at 'Tradition in a Tea Cup: The Art and History of Japanese Tea Ceremonies,' a captivating online event. Join us as we journey through centuries of tradition, artistry, and philosophy embodied in the Japanese tea ceremony, known as 'chanoyu' or 'sado.' Explore the graceful rituals, […]
We are thrilled to return to East Hampton for this amazing art affair. The show will be held again in beautiful Herrick Park, in the center of East Hampton. The exhibitors will be setting up in the park along Newton Lane with great viability from a main through fair in East Hampton. The park is […]
Learn about local and national disasters through the experiences of Cedar Hill residents on this tour of the historic cemetery. Karin Peterson shares stories about the Titanic, 1906 San Francisco Earthquake, 1888 Blizzard, 1938 Hurricane, and more. Admission to the program is $10.00 and free for Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation members. Advance reservations are recommended […]
Discover Cedar Hill Cemetery’s creative residents including our most distinguished artists, actors, and authors. Michael Albano shares stories about lesser-known artistic 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 […]
Hear stories that sound like film scripts – leaving you to wonder who should star in the movie – a Communist spy, a runaway Prince, an infamous gambler, and more. Wendi Vance leads this intriguing tour of Cedar Hill Cemetery. Admission to the program is $10.00 and free for Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation members. Advance […]