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Kenji Nakahashi: Strange Beauty

Best known for his conceptual and street photography, Kenji Nakahashi (Japanese, 1947–2017) produced a highly experimental body of work grounded in the everyday. Image: Kenji Nakahashi (Japanese, 1947–2017) Time–B, 1980 (printed 1985) Gelatin silver print, 11 x 14 in. Bruce Museum, Anonymous gift in memory of Kenji Nakahashi, 2022.01.33 © Center for Creative Photography, Arizona […]

Bruce Museum

Blanche Lazzell: Becoming an American Modernist

The first monographic exhibition of her work in nearly two decades, Blanche Lazzell: Becoming an American Modernist traces the artist’s pioneering approaches to abstraction in the United States. Image: Blanche Lazzell (American, 1878–1956) Church Around the Corner, 1949 Oil on canvas, 28 x 36 3/16 in. Art Museum of West Virginia University Collection, acquired through […]

Bruce Museum

Insights into the Mattatuck Collection: Collection Highlights with Jennifer Johnston

Gain an inside look from the people who spend the most time in the Mattatuck Museum- our staff! Hear from Mattatuck Museum  Director of Development, Jennifer Johnston, on her favorite pieces of art currently on display. Cost $10.00 per Adult $5.00 per Member Adult Sponsored by Christine & Eugene Shugrue Register Here Interested in discounts, […]

Mattatuck Museum

Talk & Trivia After-Hours at the Bruce

Before heading home after a long workday, join us for a lively and engaging evening at the Bruce Museum! Grab a slice of pizza, a refreshing beer, and get ready to flex your brainpower with our fun-filled trivia game, moderated by museum staff. Bring your friends or come solo—everyone’s welcome to this exciting after-hours event […]

Bruce Museum

Nights Out: Animal & Nature Trivia Night

Get ready for an exciting evening of fun competition at our Animal & Nature Trivia Night! Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast or a nature lover, you’ll have the chance to show off your eco-smarts in pursuit of some great prizes. Trivia teams will answer questions ranging from exotic animals to environmental facts, covering everything from […]

Bendel Mansion

Kenji Nakahashi: Strange Beauty

Best known for his conceptual and street photography, Kenji Nakahashi (Japanese, 1947–2017) produced a highly experimental body of work grounded in the everyday. Image: Kenji Nakahashi (Japanese, 1947–2017) Time–B, 1980 (printed 1985) Gelatin silver print, 11 x 14 in. Bruce Museum, Anonymous gift in memory of Kenji Nakahashi, 2022.01.33 © Center for Creative Photography, Arizona […]

Bruce Museum

Blanche Lazzell: Becoming an American Modernist

The first monographic exhibition of her work in nearly two decades, Blanche Lazzell: Becoming an American Modernist traces the artist’s pioneering approaches to abstraction in the United States. Image: Blanche Lazzell (American, 1878–1956) Church Around the Corner, 1949 Oil on canvas, 28 x 36 3/16 in. Art Museum of West Virginia University Collection, acquired through […]

Bruce Museum

Salsa Night

Salsa Night with Alisa’s House of Salsa at the Mattatuck Museum on February 7 from 6-9 pm Get into the Valentine’s Day spirit and join us in the beautiful Mattatuck Museum, a center for art and culture in downtown Waterbury for a night full of dance, music, and fun! Certified salsa and dance instructor, Alisa […]

Mattatuck Museum

American Mural Project Extends Its Family-Day Programming To Weekends throughout September

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. This month’s activities include Making Art with Fire: Fire Tiles and making Fire Prevention posters. Fourth and fifth graders can […]

American Mural Project