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SUMMARY:Adopt-a-Horse 2025
DESCRIPTION:Support for the collection helps us tell the stories that we share with our community and visitors every day\, and we could not do it without you! When you adopt one of the 50 animals up for adoption in 2025\, you are directly supporting our efforts to fulfill our mission: The Carousel Museum is a non-profit organization that preserves and exhibits antique and modern carousel art\, and celebrates dedicated craftsmen\, to inspire creativity\, joy\, and wonder. \nWith your adoption you get:\nTo name your animal for the 2025 calendar year!\nA plaque recognizing your contribution in the gallery.\nAn official “Adoption Certificate.”\n1-year Family Membership (12 months from the time of adoption)\nLimited Edition 2025 Adoption Pin!\nFREE General admission to The Carousel Museum all year long! \nEvent Details\nDate: 2025\nTime: Online\nLocation: The Carousel Museum\, 95 Riverside Ave\, Bristol\, CT 06010
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/adopt-a-horse-2025/
LOCATION:The Carousel Museum\, 95 Riverside Ave\, Bristol\, CT 06010\, CT\, 06010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Animals for All,Children
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SUMMARY:CERAMIC SLAB CONSTRUCTION AND SURFACE TECHNIQUES with Kathy Cady
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn the fundamentals of slab construction to create bowls\, mugs\, boxes\, and/or tile art\, and will explore surface techniques such as sgraffito\, slip trailing and various glaze applications.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/ceramic-slab-construction-and-surface-techniques-with-kathy-cady/2025-09-24/
LOCATION:Five Points Art Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Classes and Workshops
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SUMMARY:On Thin Ice: Alaska’s Warming Wilderness
DESCRIPTION:On Thin Ice: Alaska’s Warming Wilderness transports visitors to the Arctic to confront the startling impacts of climate change. Remarkable animals from the Bruce’s natural history collections are paired with scale landscape models that showcase Alaska’s diverse ecosystem. The installation highlights both subtle and dramatic shifts occurring across the Alaskan landscape\, bringing attention to the impact of rising temperatures.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/on-thin-ice-alaskas-warming-wilderness/2025-09-24/
LOCATION:Bruce Museum\, 1 Museum Drive\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06830-7157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Isamu Noguchi: Metal the Mirror
DESCRIPTION:“Here is where finally opposites come together\, I see a surprising purity. Stone is the depth\, metal the mirror. They do not conflict…” —Isamu Noguchi \nWhile the renowned sculptor Isamu Noguchi (1904–1988) is best known for his work in stone\, he consistently explored new materials and methods during his wide-ranging career. He first experimented with aluminum in the 1950s and later with galvanized steel\, creating a series of twenty-six sculptures in collaboration with Gemini G.E.L. in Los Angeles in 1982–83. In this body of work\, each sheet of metal is cut with a plasma torch and then dipped into boiling zinc\, resulting in sculptures that are subtly patterned and highly reflective\, resembling pebbles in a stream or the epidermal layer of skin. \nWriting about the unique materiality of his sculptures\, Noguchi described metal as a mirror in opposition to “stone [as] depth.” His galvanized steel sculptures achieve formal unity while also exploring conceptual dualities between the traditional and modern\, fine art and design\, and industry and nature. As a Japanese American artist working in the United States\, Noguchi negotiated his own feeling of in-betweenness throughout his oeuvre. The galvanized steel editions synthesize this dual aspect of his identity\, utilizing steel—a distinctly American material—while also integrating the Japanese craft of origami through cut and folded metal shapes. \nFeaturing a selection of nine galvanized steel sculptures\, the exhibition is organized into thematic groupings that underscore the paradoxes of the artist’s work in metal. In the first\, Noguchi imparts inanimate forms with human qualities\, complicating the relationship between flesh and steel\, body and mirror. Man-made material is transformed into representations of mountains\, fruit\, and sky in the second grouping\, reflecting Noguchi’s belief that\, in modernity\, industry and nature are intertwined. A final trio of works reveals Noguchi’s ongoing interest in abstraction\, bringing theoretical and spiritual ideas\, weight and weightlessness\, and past and present into visual dialogue. Through these sculptures\, Noguchi explores ways of belonging in between such imagined oppositions. Indeed\, the polished steel surfaces entangle objects\, spaces\, and people in a network of cast reflections\, inviting visitors to contemplate Noguchi’s life\, his practice\, and themselves. \nIsamu Noguchi: Metal the Mirror is curated by Julia Mun\, Curatorial Associate\, with support from Ashley Holland\, Curator and Director of Curatorial Initiatives\, and Javier Rivero Ramos\, Assistant Curator. The presentation at the Bruce is organized by Margarita Karasoulas\, Curator of Art. \nIsamu Noguchi: Metal the Mirror is organized by Art Bridges.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/isamu-noguchi-metal-the-mirror/2025-09-24/
LOCATION:Bruce Museum\, 1 Museum Drive\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06830-7157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:The Art of Work: Painting Labor in Nineteenth-Century Denmark
DESCRIPTION:One hundred and fifty years ago a group of French artists staged their first independent exhibition in Paris and a radical movement called Impressionism was born. In July of that year\, Danish artist Michael Ancher (1849–1927) joined Karl Madsen (1855–1938) in Skagen\, Denmark\, a fishing village located on the country’s northernmost point. As with the exhibition in Paris\, Ancher’s arrival there marked the beginning of an artistic revolution that would upend the academic realism and traditional modes\, subjects\, and locales of Danish Golden Age art. Inspired by growing discourses of nationalism and naturalism\, Danish artists turned to scenes of everyday life\, and especially of labor\, with local men\, women\, and children featuring prominently in their work. Indeed\, as Skagen developed into a thriving art colony in the late nineteenth century\, labor had become a defining feature of Danish painting\, paving the way for other artists—including Vilhelm Hammershøi (1864–1916) and L.A. Ring (1854–1933)—to contemplate the art of work and the work of art. \nOrganized thematically\, the exhibition features a selection of twenty-eight works from the collection of Ambassador John L. Loeb\, Jr.\, that illuminates the virtue and beauty of labor\, whether domestic\, intellectual\, or manual. Women engaged in child rearing and ordinary household tasks—such as laundering\, setting the table\, or mending clothes—reflect the quiet intimacy of domestic work. Agricultural and maritime labor\, which predominated in the coastal towns where many Danish artists lived and worked\, also appear frequently in these paintings\, which serve as testaments to the strength\, endurance\, and respectability of local farmers\, fishermen\, and their families. Other pictures capture the mental exertion required for piano playing\, reading\, writing\, and painting\, positioning artistic creativity as its own valued form of labor. While the portraits\, landscapes\, and interiors on view highlight the dynamism of work as a subject in nineteenth-century Danish art\, they also stand as potent reminders of the artistic labor inherent to their making. \nThe Art of Work: Painting Labor in Nineteenth-Century Denmark is organized by the Bruce Museum and curated by Margarita Karasoulas\, Curator of Art\, and Jordan Hillman\, Curatorial Associate. Support for The Art of Work: Painting Labor in Nineteenth-Century Denmark is generously provided by CT Department of Economic and Community Development\, CT Humanities\, Gabelli Funds\, and the Charles M. and Deborah G. Royce Exhibition Fund.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/the-art-of-work-painting-labor-in-nineteenth-century-denmark/2025-09-24/
LOCATION:Bruce Museum\, 1 Museum Drive\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06830-7157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Curatorial,FIY
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SUMMARY:iCreate 2025: Annual Juried Exhibition of High School Talent
DESCRIPTION:The Bruce Museum proudly presents iCreate 2025\, our annual juried exhibition showcasing exceptional artistic talent from high school students across the region. Now in its 17th year\, this celebrated exhibition transforms our gallery into a vibrant showcase of emerging creativity\, featuring works selected from hundreds of submissions representing dozens of schools throughout Connecticut\, New Jersey\, and New York. \nMajor support for iCreate 2025 is generously provided by an anonymous donor\, with additional support from the CT Department of Economic and Community Development\, CT Humanities\, the Charles M. and Deborah G. Royce Exhibition Fund\, Debbie Simon\, and Lily deJongh Downing and David Yudain. \nImage:\nLilly Messina\nNew Canaan High School\, Grade 12\nMy Name’s Sake\nColored ink on paper\n16.5 x 12.5 inches
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/icreate-2025-annual-juried-exhibition-of-high-school-talent/2025-09-24/
LOCATION:Bruce Museum\, 1 Museum Drive\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06830-7157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:CREATING SUBTLE NUANCE WITH PASTELS with Leslie Landau
DESCRIPTION:Pastels allow for beautiful expressions in color. Participants will learn to apply various layering techniques to create drawings with nuances of light and shadow.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/creating-subtle-nuance-with-pastels-with-leslie-landau/2025-09-25/
LOCATION:Five Points Art Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Classes and Workshops
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SUMMARY:On Thin Ice: Alaska’s Warming Wilderness
DESCRIPTION:On Thin Ice: Alaska’s Warming Wilderness transports visitors to the Arctic to confront the startling impacts of climate change. Remarkable animals from the Bruce’s natural history collections are paired with scale landscape models that showcase Alaska’s diverse ecosystem. The installation highlights both subtle and dramatic shifts occurring across the Alaskan landscape\, bringing attention to the impact of rising temperatures.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/on-thin-ice-alaskas-warming-wilderness/2025-09-25/
LOCATION:Bruce Museum\, 1 Museum Drive\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06830-7157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T183639Z
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SUMMARY:Isamu Noguchi: Metal the Mirror
DESCRIPTION:“Here is where finally opposites come together\, I see a surprising purity. Stone is the depth\, metal the mirror. They do not conflict…” —Isamu Noguchi \nWhile the renowned sculptor Isamu Noguchi (1904–1988) is best known for his work in stone\, he consistently explored new materials and methods during his wide-ranging career. He first experimented with aluminum in the 1950s and later with galvanized steel\, creating a series of twenty-six sculptures in collaboration with Gemini G.E.L. in Los Angeles in 1982–83. In this body of work\, each sheet of metal is cut with a plasma torch and then dipped into boiling zinc\, resulting in sculptures that are subtly patterned and highly reflective\, resembling pebbles in a stream or the epidermal layer of skin. \nWriting about the unique materiality of his sculptures\, Noguchi described metal as a mirror in opposition to “stone [as] depth.” His galvanized steel sculptures achieve formal unity while also exploring conceptual dualities between the traditional and modern\, fine art and design\, and industry and nature. As a Japanese American artist working in the United States\, Noguchi negotiated his own feeling of in-betweenness throughout his oeuvre. The galvanized steel editions synthesize this dual aspect of his identity\, utilizing steel—a distinctly American material—while also integrating the Japanese craft of origami through cut and folded metal shapes. \nFeaturing a selection of nine galvanized steel sculptures\, the exhibition is organized into thematic groupings that underscore the paradoxes of the artist’s work in metal. In the first\, Noguchi imparts inanimate forms with human qualities\, complicating the relationship between flesh and steel\, body and mirror. Man-made material is transformed into representations of mountains\, fruit\, and sky in the second grouping\, reflecting Noguchi’s belief that\, in modernity\, industry and nature are intertwined. A final trio of works reveals Noguchi’s ongoing interest in abstraction\, bringing theoretical and spiritual ideas\, weight and weightlessness\, and past and present into visual dialogue. Through these sculptures\, Noguchi explores ways of belonging in between such imagined oppositions. Indeed\, the polished steel surfaces entangle objects\, spaces\, and people in a network of cast reflections\, inviting visitors to contemplate Noguchi’s life\, his practice\, and themselves. \nIsamu Noguchi: Metal the Mirror is curated by Julia Mun\, Curatorial Associate\, with support from Ashley Holland\, Curator and Director of Curatorial Initiatives\, and Javier Rivero Ramos\, Assistant Curator. The presentation at the Bruce is organized by Margarita Karasoulas\, Curator of Art. \nIsamu Noguchi: Metal the Mirror is organized by Art Bridges.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/isamu-noguchi-metal-the-mirror/2025-09-25/
LOCATION:Bruce Museum\, 1 Museum Drive\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06830-7157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:The Art of Work: Painting Labor in Nineteenth-Century Denmark
DESCRIPTION:One hundred and fifty years ago a group of French artists staged their first independent exhibition in Paris and a radical movement called Impressionism was born. In July of that year\, Danish artist Michael Ancher (1849–1927) joined Karl Madsen (1855–1938) in Skagen\, Denmark\, a fishing village located on the country’s northernmost point. As with the exhibition in Paris\, Ancher’s arrival there marked the beginning of an artistic revolution that would upend the academic realism and traditional modes\, subjects\, and locales of Danish Golden Age art. Inspired by growing discourses of nationalism and naturalism\, Danish artists turned to scenes of everyday life\, and especially of labor\, with local men\, women\, and children featuring prominently in their work. Indeed\, as Skagen developed into a thriving art colony in the late nineteenth century\, labor had become a defining feature of Danish painting\, paving the way for other artists—including Vilhelm Hammershøi (1864–1916) and L.A. Ring (1854–1933)—to contemplate the art of work and the work of art. \nOrganized thematically\, the exhibition features a selection of twenty-eight works from the collection of Ambassador John L. Loeb\, Jr.\, that illuminates the virtue and beauty of labor\, whether domestic\, intellectual\, or manual. Women engaged in child rearing and ordinary household tasks—such as laundering\, setting the table\, or mending clothes—reflect the quiet intimacy of domestic work. Agricultural and maritime labor\, which predominated in the coastal towns where many Danish artists lived and worked\, also appear frequently in these paintings\, which serve as testaments to the strength\, endurance\, and respectability of local farmers\, fishermen\, and their families. Other pictures capture the mental exertion required for piano playing\, reading\, writing\, and painting\, positioning artistic creativity as its own valued form of labor. While the portraits\, landscapes\, and interiors on view highlight the dynamism of work as a subject in nineteenth-century Danish art\, they also stand as potent reminders of the artistic labor inherent to their making. \nThe Art of Work: Painting Labor in Nineteenth-Century Denmark is organized by the Bruce Museum and curated by Margarita Karasoulas\, Curator of Art\, and Jordan Hillman\, Curatorial Associate. Support for The Art of Work: Painting Labor in Nineteenth-Century Denmark is generously provided by CT Department of Economic and Community Development\, CT Humanities\, Gabelli Funds\, and the Charles M. and Deborah G. Royce Exhibition Fund.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/the-art-of-work-painting-labor-in-nineteenth-century-denmark/2025-09-25/
LOCATION:Bruce Museum\, 1 Museum Drive\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06830-7157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Curatorial,FIY
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SUMMARY:iCreate 2025: Annual Juried Exhibition of High School Talent
DESCRIPTION:The Bruce Museum proudly presents iCreate 2025\, our annual juried exhibition showcasing exceptional artistic talent from high school students across the region. Now in its 17th year\, this celebrated exhibition transforms our gallery into a vibrant showcase of emerging creativity\, featuring works selected from hundreds of submissions representing dozens of schools throughout Connecticut\, New Jersey\, and New York. \nMajor support for iCreate 2025 is generously provided by an anonymous donor\, with additional support from the CT Department of Economic and Community Development\, CT Humanities\, the Charles M. and Deborah G. Royce Exhibition Fund\, Debbie Simon\, and Lily deJongh Downing and David Yudain. \nImage:\nLilly Messina\nNew Canaan High School\, Grade 12\nMy Name’s Sake\nColored ink on paper\n16.5 x 12.5 inches
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/icreate-2025-annual-juried-exhibition-of-high-school-talent/2025-09-25/
LOCATION:Bruce Museum\, 1 Museum Drive\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06830-7157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250925T153000
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SUMMARY:Special Themed Tour: Prints
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\nSpecial Tour: Hill-Stead’s Japanese Prints and Works on Paper\nLimit 10 people\nOffered May 30 and September 25 at 2:30PM\nFocusing on the remarkable works on paper at Hill-Stead\, this special tour invites visitors into the museum’s archives where works by Degas\, Cassatt\, and Goya\, not to mention Japanese masters Hiroshige\, Hokusai\, and Utamaro\, are displayed.  After discussing these artworks and introducing visitors to a variety of printmaking techniques\, the tour then proceeds to the museum’s second floor to examine numerous etchings by Whistler and a suite of master engravings by Dürer. The tour concludes with the works on paper on the museum’s ground floor\, from a Matisse etching to a drawing by Manet to two pastels by Degas\, which are framed in relation to these artists’ significant investment in printmaking as a form of art.\nNote: To take this tour\, visitors need to be comfortable with stairs.\nTickets\n$20 Members\n$24 Non-Members\nRegister here
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/special-themed-tour-prints-2/
LOCATION:Hill-Stead Museum\, 35 Mountain Rd\, Farmington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Educational,Special Themes
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SUMMARY:Special Themed Tour: Prints
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\nSpecial Tour: Hill-Stead’s Japanese Prints and Works on Paper\nLimit 10 people\nOffered May 30 and September 25 at 2:30PM\nFocusing on the remarkable works on paper at Hill-Stead\, this special tour invites visitors into the museum’s archives where works by Degas\, Cassatt\, and Goya\, not to mention Japanese masters Hiroshige\, Hokusai\, and Utamaro\, are displayed.  After discussing these artworks and introducing visitors to a variety of printmaking techniques\, the tour then proceeds to the museum’s second floor to examine numerous etchings by Whistler and a suite of master engravings by Dürer. The tour concludes with the works on paper on the museum’s ground floor\, from a Matisse etching to a drawing by Manet to two pastels by Degas\, which are framed in relation to these artists’ significant investment in printmaking as a form of art.\nNote: To take this tour\, visitors need to be comfortable with stairs.\nTickets\n$20 Members\n$24 Non-Members\nRegister here
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/special-themed-tour-prints-3/
LOCATION:Hill-Stead Museum\, 35 Mountain Rd\, Farmington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Educational,Special Themes
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SUMMARY:Special Themed Tour: Prints
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\nSpecial Tour: Hill-Stead’s Japanese Prints and Works on Paper\nLimit 10 people\nOffered May 30 and September 25 at 2:30PM\nFocusing on the remarkable works on paper at Hill-Stead\, this special tour invites visitors into the museum’s archives where works by Degas\, Cassatt\, and Goya\, not to mention Japanese masters Hiroshige\, Hokusai\, and Utamaro\, are displayed.  After discussing these artworks and introducing visitors to a variety of printmaking techniques\, the tour then proceeds to the museum’s second floor to examine numerous etchings by Whistler and a suite of master engravings by Dürer. The tour concludes with the works on paper on the museum’s ground floor\, from a Matisse etching to a drawing by Manet to two pastels by Degas\, which are framed in relation to these artists’ significant investment in printmaking as a form of art.\nNote: To take this tour\, visitors need to be comfortable with stairs.\nTickets\n$20 Members\n$24 Non-Members\nRegister here
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/special-themed-tour-prints-4/
LOCATION:Hill-Stead Museum\, 35 Mountain Rd\, Farmington\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Educational,Special Themes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T170000
DTSTAMP:20260305T145310
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SUMMARY:Open Arts Studio
DESCRIPTION:Drop into the Arts Studio for a facilitated series designed by artists\, curators\, and educators that invites families to play\, create\, and experiment with sensory-rich materials and different modes of artmaking. \nFor ages 4–11 with adult caregivers.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/open-arts-studio/2025-09-25/
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, 365 Lukes Wood Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Classes and Workshops,Children,Family Programs,Kids and Families,Programs & Events,Youth & Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T183000
DTSTAMP:20260305T145310
CREATED:20251004T173956Z
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SUMMARY:Clouds: A Discussion at the Intersection of Art\, Science\, and Engineering
DESCRIPTION:Throughout human history\, clouds have occupied a unique place at the crossroads of observation\, imagination\, and inquiry. From ancient sky-gazers to modern meteorologists and engineers\, our engagement with clouds and the perpetual motion of the atmosphere reveals both a desire to interpret the world visually and a need to understand its physical processes.  \nThe panel will explore perspectives at the intersection of art\, science\, and engineering: What is the role of clouds and the turbulent atmosphere in art\, science\, and engineering? Clouds are always transient: How do we observe\, analyze\, and understand ephemerality? Clouds and their role in environmental change\, from extreme weather to climate change impacts: what are opportunities and challenges in visual communication and public engagement? The panel is held in conjunction with the exhibition Clouds: A Collaboration with Fluid Dynamics. \nFREE. Everyone is welcome.\nRSVP appreciated. \nPANELISTS\nAnn Fridlind is a Physical Scientist at the NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies. Dr. Fridlind’s studies have concentrated at the intersection of detailed models and rich observational data sets to advance understanding of the clouds that are most relevant to Earth’s climate. She has used a wide array of airborne in situ and ground-based and satellite remote-sensing data to study stratiform clouds from Arctic to Antarctic\, tropical to mid-latitude deep convection\, mid-latitude continental cumulus and synoptic cirrus\, and subtropical stratocumulus. She is also a developer of cloud microphysics schemes in computational codes\, such as NASA’s ModelE3 climate model.\nHelen Glazer is a visual artist whose work bridges photography and three‑dimensional sculpture. Helen ‘s photography and sculpture made from 3D scans are profoundly influenced by scientific insights into the physical forces that shape ecological environments\, including human activity. A 2015 participant in the National Science Foundation Antarctic Artists and Writers Program\, her solo show of that project\, “Walking in Antarctica” is currently touring US museums and galleries. She is working on a photographic landscape history of Kangerlussuaq\, Greenland\, focused on the impacts of a US Cold War air base and climate change.\nMiad Yazdani is a principal fellow at RTRC. Dr. Yazdani is responsible for leading strategic initiatives and defining technology roadmaps particularly pertinent to interfacial physics to ensure RTX’s competitive advantage in key technological areas is preserved and expanded while having impact to business units’ near-term and long-term technological objectives and requirements. \nModerated by George Matheou\, Associate Professor in the School of Mechanical\, Aerospace and Manufacturing Engineering. Dr. Matheou’s research focuses on computational fluid dynamics\, leveraging theory\, advanced algorithms\, and data to study complex multi-physics fluid flows\, with applications in weather forecasting and climate. Dr. Matheou is recognized for his innovative approaches to research and education\, including integrating artistic expression to engage students.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/clouds-a-discussion-at-the-intersection-of-art-science-and-engineering/
LOCATION:William Benton Museum of Art\, 245 Glenbrook Rd\, Storrs\, CT\, 06269\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talk/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T190000
DTSTAMP:20260305T145310
CREATED:20251004T173924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T173924Z
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SUMMARY:Public Lecture: The Scenic Daguerreotype
DESCRIPTION:5pm gallery viewing | 6pm lecture followed by book signing \nGrant B. Romer\, a leading authority on early photography and former director of the Photograph Conservation Department at the George Eastman House in Rochester\, New York\, discusses the breadth of outdoor views captured by daguerreotypists offers insight into mid-19th-century America. Join us before the lecture to view The Scenic Daguerreotype in America 1840–1860. Reservations encouraged. \nFree. Registration encouraged. \nPresented in partnership with the Daguerreian Society with additional support provided by the Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation Fund.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/public-lecture-the-scenic-daguerreotype/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260305T145310
CREATED:20250408T140840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T140840Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Big Band Night at The Carousel Museum
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Carousel Museum for an enchanting evening with the Al Fenton Big Band. This open rehearsal and dance party is a vibrant blend of music\, dance\, and local culture held in the unique setting of our beloved museum.\n​\nActivities Include:\nLive Music: Experience the dynamic and smooth sounds of the Al Fenton Big Band. The ensemble’s open rehearsal offers a sneak peek into their musical process\, followed by a performance that invites all to the dance floor.\nDance: Bring your dancing shoes and take part in the swing dance session. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a beginner\, the rhythm of the big band is sure to get you moving.\nBYOB: Make your evening more delightful by bringing your own beverages and food. Enjoy a relaxed and spirited night out with great music and company.\nExplore: Visit the museum’s exhibits before or after the rehearsal to learn more about the rich history of carousels and the artistry that surrounds them. \nAdmission: Tickets Available at the door.\nAdults: $15\nSeniors/Students: $10\nKids 12 and under: FREE\nMembers: FREE!​ \nThis event is a wonderful way to support local arts while enjoying a night out in the scenic surroundings of The Carousel Museum. It’s perfect for anyone who loves big band music\, dancing\, or simply looking for a unique way to spend an evening.\n​\nSpread the Word\nInvite friends and family who cherish music and dance to join us for this monthly celebration.\n​\nPhoto credit: Emi-Lei Photography & Art \nJoin us for a memorable night each month and make it your new favorite tradition!
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/monthly-big-band-night-at-the-carousel-museum-2/2025-09-25/
LOCATION:The Carousel Museum\, 95 Riverside Ave\, Bristol\, CT 06010\, CT\, 06010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Performance,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260305T145310
CREATED:20250904T152124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T152124Z
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SUMMARY:CREATING SUBTLE NUANCE WITH PASTELS with Leslie Landau
DESCRIPTION:Pastels allow for beautiful expressions in color. Participants will learn to apply various layering techniques to create drawings with nuances of light and shadow.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/creating-subtle-nuance-with-pastels-with-leslie-landau/2025-09-26/
LOCATION:Five Points Art Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Classes and Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260305T145310
CREATED:20250305T213303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T183451Z
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SUMMARY:On Thin Ice: Alaska’s Warming Wilderness
DESCRIPTION:On Thin Ice: Alaska’s Warming Wilderness transports visitors to the Arctic to confront the startling impacts of climate change. Remarkable animals from the Bruce’s natural history collections are paired with scale landscape models that showcase Alaska’s diverse ecosystem. The installation highlights both subtle and dramatic shifts occurring across the Alaskan landscape\, bringing attention to the impact of rising temperatures.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/on-thin-ice-alaskas-warming-wilderness/2025-09-26/
LOCATION:Bruce Museum\, 1 Museum Drive\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06830-7157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260305T145310
CREATED:20250411T215754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T183639Z
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SUMMARY:Isamu Noguchi: Metal the Mirror
DESCRIPTION:“Here is where finally opposites come together\, I see a surprising purity. Stone is the depth\, metal the mirror. They do not conflict…” —Isamu Noguchi \nWhile the renowned sculptor Isamu Noguchi (1904–1988) is best known for his work in stone\, he consistently explored new materials and methods during his wide-ranging career. He first experimented with aluminum in the 1950s and later with galvanized steel\, creating a series of twenty-six sculptures in collaboration with Gemini G.E.L. in Los Angeles in 1982–83. In this body of work\, each sheet of metal is cut with a plasma torch and then dipped into boiling zinc\, resulting in sculptures that are subtly patterned and highly reflective\, resembling pebbles in a stream or the epidermal layer of skin. \nWriting about the unique materiality of his sculptures\, Noguchi described metal as a mirror in opposition to “stone [as] depth.” His galvanized steel sculptures achieve formal unity while also exploring conceptual dualities between the traditional and modern\, fine art and design\, and industry and nature. As a Japanese American artist working in the United States\, Noguchi negotiated his own feeling of in-betweenness throughout his oeuvre. The galvanized steel editions synthesize this dual aspect of his identity\, utilizing steel—a distinctly American material—while also integrating the Japanese craft of origami through cut and folded metal shapes. \nFeaturing a selection of nine galvanized steel sculptures\, the exhibition is organized into thematic groupings that underscore the paradoxes of the artist’s work in metal. In the first\, Noguchi imparts inanimate forms with human qualities\, complicating the relationship between flesh and steel\, body and mirror. Man-made material is transformed into representations of mountains\, fruit\, and sky in the second grouping\, reflecting Noguchi’s belief that\, in modernity\, industry and nature are intertwined. A final trio of works reveals Noguchi’s ongoing interest in abstraction\, bringing theoretical and spiritual ideas\, weight and weightlessness\, and past and present into visual dialogue. Through these sculptures\, Noguchi explores ways of belonging in between such imagined oppositions. Indeed\, the polished steel surfaces entangle objects\, spaces\, and people in a network of cast reflections\, inviting visitors to contemplate Noguchi’s life\, his practice\, and themselves. \nIsamu Noguchi: Metal the Mirror is curated by Julia Mun\, Curatorial Associate\, with support from Ashley Holland\, Curator and Director of Curatorial Initiatives\, and Javier Rivero Ramos\, Assistant Curator. The presentation at the Bruce is organized by Margarita Karasoulas\, Curator of Art. \nIsamu Noguchi: Metal the Mirror is organized by Art Bridges.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/isamu-noguchi-metal-the-mirror/2025-09-26/
LOCATION:Bruce Museum\, 1 Museum Drive\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06830-7157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260305T145310
CREATED:20250527T184620Z
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SUMMARY:The Art of Work: Painting Labor in Nineteenth-Century Denmark
DESCRIPTION:One hundred and fifty years ago a group of French artists staged their first independent exhibition in Paris and a radical movement called Impressionism was born. In July of that year\, Danish artist Michael Ancher (1849–1927) joined Karl Madsen (1855–1938) in Skagen\, Denmark\, a fishing village located on the country’s northernmost point. As with the exhibition in Paris\, Ancher’s arrival there marked the beginning of an artistic revolution that would upend the academic realism and traditional modes\, subjects\, and locales of Danish Golden Age art. Inspired by growing discourses of nationalism and naturalism\, Danish artists turned to scenes of everyday life\, and especially of labor\, with local men\, women\, and children featuring prominently in their work. Indeed\, as Skagen developed into a thriving art colony in the late nineteenth century\, labor had become a defining feature of Danish painting\, paving the way for other artists—including Vilhelm Hammershøi (1864–1916) and L.A. Ring (1854–1933)—to contemplate the art of work and the work of art. \nOrganized thematically\, the exhibition features a selection of twenty-eight works from the collection of Ambassador John L. Loeb\, Jr.\, that illuminates the virtue and beauty of labor\, whether domestic\, intellectual\, or manual. Women engaged in child rearing and ordinary household tasks—such as laundering\, setting the table\, or mending clothes—reflect the quiet intimacy of domestic work. Agricultural and maritime labor\, which predominated in the coastal towns where many Danish artists lived and worked\, also appear frequently in these paintings\, which serve as testaments to the strength\, endurance\, and respectability of local farmers\, fishermen\, and their families. Other pictures capture the mental exertion required for piano playing\, reading\, writing\, and painting\, positioning artistic creativity as its own valued form of labor. While the portraits\, landscapes\, and interiors on view highlight the dynamism of work as a subject in nineteenth-century Danish art\, they also stand as potent reminders of the artistic labor inherent to their making. \nThe Art of Work: Painting Labor in Nineteenth-Century Denmark is organized by the Bruce Museum and curated by Margarita Karasoulas\, Curator of Art\, and Jordan Hillman\, Curatorial Associate. Support for The Art of Work: Painting Labor in Nineteenth-Century Denmark is generously provided by CT Department of Economic and Community Development\, CT Humanities\, Gabelli Funds\, and the Charles M. and Deborah G. Royce Exhibition Fund.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/the-art-of-work-painting-labor-in-nineteenth-century-denmark/2025-09-26/
LOCATION:Bruce Museum\, 1 Museum Drive\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06830-7157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Curatorial,FIY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260305T145310
CREATED:20250717T154037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T154037Z
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SUMMARY:iCreate 2025: Annual Juried Exhibition of High School Talent
DESCRIPTION:The Bruce Museum proudly presents iCreate 2025\, our annual juried exhibition showcasing exceptional artistic talent from high school students across the region. Now in its 17th year\, this celebrated exhibition transforms our gallery into a vibrant showcase of emerging creativity\, featuring works selected from hundreds of submissions representing dozens of schools throughout Connecticut\, New Jersey\, and New York. \nMajor support for iCreate 2025 is generously provided by an anonymous donor\, with additional support from the CT Department of Economic and Community Development\, CT Humanities\, the Charles M. and Deborah G. Royce Exhibition Fund\, Debbie Simon\, and Lily deJongh Downing and David Yudain. \nImage:\nLilly Messina\nNew Canaan High School\, Grade 12\nMy Name’s Sake\nColored ink on paper\n16.5 x 12.5 inches
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/icreate-2025-annual-juried-exhibition-of-high-school-talent/2025-09-26/
LOCATION:Bruce Museum\, 1 Museum Drive\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06830-7157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T140000
DTSTAMP:20260305T145310
CREATED:20250904T152233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T152233Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch with a Purpose | Citizens of Humanity and west~bourne
DESCRIPTION:On September 26\, join us for a lunch and conversation featuring Amy Williams\, CEO of Citizens of Humanity Group; Chelsea Thatcher\, curator of the With Every Fiber exhibit at Grace Farms; and Camilla Marcus\, chef and founder of west~bourne and author of My Regenerative Kitchen\, as they discuss how the essential pillars of food\, clothing\, and shelter are driving change toward a more sustainable and ethical future in a conversation moderated by Karen Kariuki. Lunch will be a 4-course vegetarian meal featuring delicious recipes from Marcus’ cookbook. \nThese trailblazing women will share their experiences and insights into how they are pushing the boundaries of these industries. From promoting regenerative farming practices in food to fostering responsible consumption in fashion and driving more ethical and sustainable supply chains\, they will explore the intersection of sustainability and innovation in our everyday lives. Learn more about the speakers below. \nEach participant will receive a custom tote by Citizens of Humanity\, filled with tea and a signed copy of Marcus’ cookbook\, My Regenerative Kitchen. \nProceeds from this series support Grace Farms Foundation’s mission across five initiatives\, the preservation of our natural landscapes\, and the advancement of ethical\, innovative solutions for a more humane future.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/lunch-with-a-purpose-citizens-of-humanity-and-westbourne/
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, 365 Lukes Wood Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Events,Programs & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T183000
DTSTAMP:20260305T145310
CREATED:20250807T202321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T202321Z
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour Piano Series
DESCRIPTION:Intimate piano performances in a relaxed setting\nEase into your weekend with live piano music in a one-of-a-kind art space. Held each month on the fourth Friday\, this piano concert series extends AMP’s exhibit hours—inviting you to experience the mural in a whole new light. \nEach week features a different style of piano—jazz\, blues\, pop\, classical\, and more—in an art-filled space that’s anything but ordinary. Explore the three-level mural gallery with a drink\, take it all in from a comfy couch on the upper levels\, or sit close up to the keys.  \nCurated by AMP’s Program Director Michelle Begley\, the concert series features accomplished pianists from across the tri-state area. It’s become a well-loved Friday night tradition and a standout for Winsted live music. \nReserve your $8 tickets in advance or purchase at the door.\nThe cash/credit bar offers a selection of wine\, craft and domestic beer\, cider\, and various beverages. Your tickets support AMP\, a nonprofit arts organization. \nThe Happy Hour Piano Series is supported in part by the Greenberg family. \nFall 2025 Lineup\nAMP’s Friday exhibit hours are extended for the Happy Hour Piano Series. Live music begins at 5:30pm. \nMichael Carabello\nFriday\, September 26\nPianist Michael Carabello has performed on some of the most prestigious stages\, including The White House—where he performed for First Lady Michelle Obama\, New York Jazz Piano Festival at Kalvierhaus\, Jazz at Lincoln Center Live in Times Square\, The Side Door Jazz Club\, Smalls Jazz Club\, and The Django in NYC\, The Hartford Jazz Festival\, NYC Winter Jazz Festival\, and the Newport Jazz Festival. \nMary DiPaola\nFriday\, October 24\nPianist Mary DiPaola has performed at the Litchfield Jazz Festival and the Hartford Jazz Festival. She is on faculty at the Hartt School at the University of Hartford. Her recordings include Cat’s Cradle and Seventh Sign. \nZoe Bates\nFriday\, November 28\nZoe Bates is a pianist and vocalist based in the Berkshires\, known for her soulful interpretations of artists like Susan Tedeschi and Etta James. A Canton\, CT native\, she was the lead singer of the local band Temporary Sanity and is a college a cappella alum. Zoe brings rich vocal expression and a deep love of performing to every set. AMP is proud to showcase her as an emerging artist in this month’s Happy Hour Piano Series. \nDan Ringuette\nWinter Holidays Sing-a-Long\nFriday\, December 26\nPianist Dan Ringuette is a frequent Music Director and pit musician for the Warner Theater\, the Goshen Players\, and the Landmark Community Theater\, bringing to life such plays as 9 to 5\, All Is Calm\, The SpongeBob Musical\, The Marvelous Wonderettes\, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer\, and Dogfight. Dan has also arranged music for shows at the Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods. When he is not working in the theater\, Dan teaches piano\, voice\, and woodwinds and is the keyboardist/cantor for St. Louis de Montfort parish in Litchfield\, CT. \nAMP’s Happy Hour Piano Series is a standout among things to do in Winsted\, CT—bringing together live music\, local talent\, and the largest indoor collaborative mural in the country. It’s one of the most distinctive art and music events in Connecticut.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/happy-hour-piano-series/2025-09-26/
LOCATION:American Mural Project\, 90 Whiting St\, Winsted\, 06098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T183000
DTSTAMP:20260305T145310
CREATED:20250807T202332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T202332Z
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour Piano Series
DESCRIPTION:Intimate piano performances in a relaxed setting\nEase into your weekend with live piano music in a one-of-a-kind art space. Held each month on the fourth Friday\, this piano concert series extends AMP’s exhibit hours—inviting you to experience the mural in a whole new light. \nEach week features a different style of piano—jazz\, blues\, pop\, classical\, and more—in an art-filled space that’s anything but ordinary. Explore the three-level mural gallery with a drink\, take it all in from a comfy couch on the upper levels\, or sit close up to the keys.  \nCurated by AMP’s Program Director Michelle Begley\, the concert series features accomplished pianists from across the tri-state area. It’s become a well-loved Friday night tradition and a standout for Winsted live music. \nReserve your $8 tickets in advance or purchase at the door.\nThe cash/credit bar offers a selection of wine\, craft and domestic beer\, cider\, and various beverages. Your tickets support AMP\, a nonprofit arts organization. \nThe Happy Hour Piano Series is supported in part by the Greenberg family. \nFall 2025 Lineup\nAMP’s Friday exhibit hours are extended for the Happy Hour Piano Series. Live music begins at 5:30pm. \nMichael Carabello\nFriday\, September 26\nPianist Michael Carabello has performed on some of the most prestigious stages\, including The White House—where he performed for First Lady Michelle Obama\, New York Jazz Piano Festival at Kalvierhaus\, Jazz at Lincoln Center Live in Times Square\, The Side Door Jazz Club\, Smalls Jazz Club\, and The Django in NYC\, The Hartford Jazz Festival\, NYC Winter Jazz Festival\, and the Newport Jazz Festival. \nMary DiPaola\nFriday\, October 24\nPianist Mary DiPaola has performed at the Litchfield Jazz Festival and the Hartford Jazz Festival. She is on faculty at the Hartt School at the University of Hartford. Her recordings include Cat’s Cradle and Seventh Sign. \nZoe Bates\nFriday\, November 28\nZoe Bates is a pianist and vocalist based in the Berkshires\, known for her soulful interpretations of artists like Susan Tedeschi and Etta James. A Canton\, CT native\, she was the lead singer of the local band Temporary Sanity and is a college a cappella alum. Zoe brings rich vocal expression and a deep love of performing to every set. AMP is proud to showcase her as an emerging artist in this month’s Happy Hour Piano Series. \nDan Ringuette\nWinter Holidays Sing-a-Long\nFriday\, December 26\nPianist Dan Ringuette is a frequent Music Director and pit musician for the Warner Theater\, the Goshen Players\, and the Landmark Community Theater\, bringing to life such plays as 9 to 5\, All Is Calm\, The SpongeBob Musical\, The Marvelous Wonderettes\, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer\, and Dogfight. Dan has also arranged music for shows at the Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods. When he is not working in the theater\, Dan teaches piano\, voice\, and woodwinds and is the keyboardist/cantor for St. Louis de Montfort parish in Litchfield\, CT. \nAMP’s Happy Hour Piano Series is a standout among things to do in Winsted\, CT—bringing together live music\, local talent\, and the largest indoor collaborative mural in the country. It’s one of the most distinctive art and music events in Connecticut.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/happy-hour-piano-series-2/2025-09-26/
LOCATION:American Mural Project\, 90 Whiting St\, Winsted\, 06098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250929
DTSTAMP:20260305T145310
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SUMMARY:American Mural Project Extends Its Family-Day Programming To Weekends throughout September
DESCRIPTION:The American Mural Project (AMP) has extended its Family Day programming to weekends through September 29. Families can now participate in art activities any time during open hours. All art activities are included with admission. \nThis month’s activities include Making Art with Fire: Fire Tiles and making Fire Prevention posters. Fourth and fifth graders can enter their posters in the statewide CT Fire Prevention Poster Recognition Program.  \nFor more information: https://www.americanmuralproject.org/family-days
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/american-mural-project-extends-its-family-day-programming-to-weekends-throughout-september/2025-09-27/
LOCATION:American Mural Project\, 90 Whiting St\, Winsted\, 06098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260305T145310
CREATED:20250423T201747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T201747Z
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SUMMARY:Open Arts Studio
DESCRIPTION:Drop into the Arts Studio for a facilitated series designed by artists\, curators\, and educators that invites families to play\, create\, and experiment with sensory-rich materials and different modes of artmaking. \nFor ages 4–11 with adult caregivers.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/open-arts-studio-2/2025-09-27/
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, 365 Lukes Wood Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Classes and Workshops,Children,Family Programs,Kids and Families,Programs & Events,Youth & Family Programs
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SUMMARY:BUILDING A FLOATING FRAME with Victor Leger
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how you could turn strips of wood into a beautiful frame for your artwork? Beginning with 5/4” x 4” poplar wood\, participants will learn how to create a finished floating frame.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/building-a-floating-frame-with-victor-leger/
CATEGORIES:Art Classes and Workshops
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SUMMARY:INTRODUCTION TO PRINTMAKING: FOAM PLATES. with Virginia Zimmerman
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, you will be approaching these plates in a whole new way. The prints will be white line\, full color and mimic reduction plate linoleum prints. You’ll experiment with background colors and an array of object colors.
URL:https://ctarttrail.org/event/introduction-to-printmaking-foam-plates-with-virginia-zimmerman/
LOCATION:Five Points Art Center\, 855 University Drive\, Torrington\, CT\, 06790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Classes and Workshops
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