A five month book club committed to in-depth readings addressing contemporary injustices. Five books in total: all Stowe Prize Nominees, all women authors, all Black authors. Through weekly one hour sessions, participants will focus intently on short sections of each text. March - July | 12:30pm - 1:30pm | Virtual | Wednesdays At the Harriet […]
Join guest curator M. Stephen Miller for a talk on the first of a planned series of exhibitions designed to highlight examples of the finest Shaker craftsmanship from the past 175 years. Each exhibition will be focused on objects from a single or pair of Shaker communities or from loans from particular collections—private and/or public. […]
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 us for a family-oriented Artist Talk by Walter Wick, related to special exhibition "Walter Wick: Hidden Wonders!" This Artist Talk will be followed by a Meet and Greet with Walter Wick. Image: Walter Wick, "Entrance from Curiosity Shop: A Can You See What I See? Book," 2021, Pigmented Inkjet Photograph, 50” W x 30” […]
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 […]
