Former NY Times illustrator, David Suter has a long history of making complicated events easier for us to understand - from sketching the Watergate trials to illustrating the infamous O-Ring malfunction of the Space Shuttle Challenger. The impact of the artist’s recognizable illustrations from the 70s and 80s beyond their brilliant use of space and […]
Walk-In Tour | Museum Masterpieces Dive into highlights of the NBMAA's permanent collection on this hour-long Docent-led tour. Saturdays at 1 p.m. | Starting September 14, 2024 Sundays, September 22, 29, and October 6, 1 p.m. Please note: There will be no Saturday 1 p.m. tours on December 28 or January 4. And on October 19, November 16, […]
Join artist Barbara Ernst Prey for a lecture on her work in HANDLED WITH CARE: Shaker Master Crafts and the Art of Barbara Prey. Barbara Ernst Prey Artist’s Statement: b. 1957, New York, NY Lives and works in Oyster Bay, NY; Williamstown, MA; and Tenants Harbor, ME Prey specializes in creating intricate watercolor paintings at monumental scale. […]
Journey back to the golden age of Weston at The Peter Thorp House, one of the town's oldest and most captivating residences. Join the Weston History & Culture Center on Sunday, September 29, 2024 from 4pm – 7pm for an exclusive evening featuring guided tours of the Peter Thorp House, a cocktail party in the […]
Do you pale at the sight of a clean sheet of watercolor paper? Do you mix colors and wonder why it looks like mud? This class will demystify the somewhat intimidating medium of watercolor. We’ll start from scratch. We’ll discuss types of paper, pigments, color mixing, and glazing, as well as tricks and techniques. Work […]
Learn how to weave your own Japanese Leaf Tray! This woven tray makes for a perfect centerpiece for your table or countertop. All materials provided. Cost: $70/$65 for ACE Members (materials included) Instructor: Sue Muldoon Register online or call 860-871-8222
The Shark Is Broken runs at Playhouse on Park from 10/2/24 to 10/20/24. Times and ticket prices vary by show. This “bitingly funny” comedy centers on the making of the blockbuster film JAWS and enjoyed overwhelming popularity on Broadway and in London’s West End. Take a deep dive behind the scenes of a great American […]
Led by certified, experienced instructors from YWCA New Britain All levels are welcome! Please bring your own mat. Yoga will rotate in the galleries throughout the coming year depending on the current exhibitions. Thursdays, 6-6:45 p.m.
With acrylic paints, create beautiful paintings in any style from realist to abstract. If you have never painted and would like to try or if you want to improve your skills, this is the class for you. Lessons will focus on how to use brushes and painting knives, on choosing colors and color mixing, and on […]
