Connecticut is a small state with a big arts scene, and you can find world-class museums and cultural sites just a short drive away. Spring is right around the corner, and hitting the road to visit the destinations on the Connecticut Art Trail is a great cabin fever cure. Don’t forget that the Passport-Journal gives you a key to all of these sites, and unlocks several additional benefits as well!
September 2024 Newsletter: Art Makes Learning Better
From kindergarteners learning basic techniques to seniors taking advanced courses, students across Connecticut are returning to art classes this fall. The 24 member museums and cultural sites on the Connecticut Art Trail are proud to partner with local schools to strengthen arts education through field trips and family programs. Art fosters creativity, critical thinking, and cultural understanding, and Connecticut is fortunate to have a rich tapestry of artistic venues for students to explore.
Read our latest newsletter to learn about the latest news and upcoming events on the Connecticut Art Trail, including:
- A profile of the Housatonic Museum of Art
- An honor for a Weir Farm National Historic Park Artist-in-Residence
- A new cafe at the Mattatuck Museum
- A new blacksmithing course at the Silvermine Arts Center
- Featured family activities at the Bruce Museum, Fairfield University Art Museum, and Florence Griswold Museum
Don’t forget to pick up a Passport-Journal to see all that the Connecticut Art Trail has to offer!
Read the NewsletterAs we get closer to Valentine’s Day, we’re reminded just how much inspiration love has provided for arts and culture — from romantic love to the affection for natural beauty. This month, we invite you to explore some of the beautiful works on display at our 30 museums and cultural sites, and to rekindle your own love for art. The year is still young, so there’s plenty of time to pick up a Passport-Journal and get free admission to each of these locations!
The Connecticut Art Trail experienced another banner year for its Passport-Journal program in 2024, with sales more than doubling compared to the previous year.