Experience Mikailwitl For Generaciones Perdidas, a new performance by Marcela Torres in The Aldrich’s Sculpture Garden. Featuring Mitotilliztli danzantes, traditional danza, sound, reggaeton rhythms, and ceremonial elements, the work honors lost lineages and the sacredness of land while paying tribute to the Ramapough Lenape Nation and Lunaape Munsee Delaware Nation. Guests are invited to bring a flower or bouquet as their offering and admission to the collective altar.
Saturday, October 4 | 7 to 9 pm
Member: $300; VIP: $650; General Admission: $350
The Aldrich is thrilled to share that our signature biennial benefit, Aldrich Undercover, will take place on Saturday, October 4 from 7 to 9 pm. This lively “secret” art sale—featuring work by artists who have exhibited at the Museum whose identity is only revealed after a work of art has been purchased—raises critical funds that directly support The Aldrich’s mission to serve as a leading incubator for artists at critical creative junctures, providing a collaborative platform that engages and inspires.
More than 85 artists will contribute 9 x 12-inch original artworks priced at $550 each and sold anonymously. All guests will enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. VIP ticketholders receive special priority access to the sale for a limited time.
All proceeds benefit The Aldrich’s dynamic exhibitions and education programs. As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, the Museum depends on the generous support of friends like you.
This month, our member museums offer unique opportunities for “Summer Reflections” – whether it’s contemplating the interplay of light in an Impressionist landscape, finding harmony in an outdoor musical performance, or connecting with nature through hands-on art experiences.
Read our latest newsletter to see how you can support CT museums at any of our 30 member museums and cultural sites, and to get the latest news and events from the Connecticut Art Trail, including:
- Lyman Allyn Art Museum reveals its new brand identity for Lyman Allyn Park.
- The Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury is branding itself as “The Monday Museum.” This new identity reflects their commitment to being accessible and engaging throughout the week, as they have extended their operating hours to now include Mondays, a day when many museums are closed.
- This summer, family fun just got a major upgrade at the Bruce Museum! From July 5th to August 31st, on Saturdays and Sundays, children under 18 receive FREE admission, with up to four kids admitted free with each paying adult.
- Head to the Art Museum at the University of Saint Joseph! Capital Classics’ Greater Hartford Shakespeare Festival is performing King Lear and Twelfth Night this year running July 9th through August 3rd, 2025.
- For those seeking the joy of live music under the summer sky, Art Trail members are offer a fantastic selection of outdoor concert experiences this July.
- From July 19th to August 21st, the Silvermine Arts Center invites you to experience their highly anticipated annual “Guild Summer Salon.”
- Get ready to create at the New Britain Museum of American Art‘s first-ever Chalk Art Festival during their “Access for All Community Day” on Saturday, July 19th, 2025, starting at 11:00 AM!
Hello, June! The Connecticut Art Trail member museums are officially kicking off summer with an incredible array of events and exhibition openings! June is packed with opportunities to explore art through outdoor concerts under the summer sky, extended hours for evening strolls through galleries, happy hours to mingle with fellow art enthusiasts, and so much more!
Read our latest newsletter to see how you can support CT museums at any of our 30 member museums and cultural sites, and to get the latest news and events from the Connecticut Art Trail, including:
- Blue Star Museums on the CT Art Trail – This summer, many member museums are participating in the Blue Star Museums program, offering free admission to active-duty military personnel and their families from Armed Forces Day through Labor Day. See newsletter for the list!
- Celebrate CT Arts Culture and Tourism with CT Open House Day on June 14th, 2025!
- Cheers to Art! Catch happy hours at the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, The Glass House, or Yale University Art Gallery.
- Events at Five Points Art Gallery, American Mural Project, and Yale Center for British Art.
- A look at the permanent collection at Mystic Museum of Art.
- A fun gift idea for Father’s Day – Pints and Paintings: get mom the ultimate adventure with a CT Art Trail passport AND CT Field Trip Passport with 2-for-1 beers at 43 breweries.
May 18th is International Museum Day! On this day, we encourage you to explore the incredible array of art and culture right here in Connecticut along the CT Art Trail. From historical masterpieces to cutting-edge contemporary works, our member museums offer something for everyone. Your support, whether through a visit, membership, or donation, helps these institutions continue their crucial work of preservation, education, and community engagement.
Read our latest newsletter to see how you can support CT museums at any of our 30 member museums and cultural sites, and to get the latest news and events from the Connecticut Art Trail, including:
- On May 7th, Arts, Culture, and Tourism Advocacy Day came to the Hartford Capitol building!
- Weir Farm NPS opened for the season on May 3rd! Buildings are now available to explore and other programs are kicking off for the season!
- The New Britain Museum of American Art is partnering with the National Gallery of Art for their “Across the Nation” initiative, bringing two significant loans – Robert Seldon Duncanson’s Fruit Still Life and Winslow Homer’s East Hampton Beach, Long Island – to the museum starting this month as part of the lead-up to the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026.
- Family programs at Grace Farms, Stamford Museum and Nature Center, and The Bruce.
- A look at the permanent collection at Weir Farm NPS!
- A fun gift idea for Mother’s Day – Pints and Paintings: get mom the ultimate adventure with a CT Art Trail passport AND CT Field Trip Passport with 2-for-1 beers at 43 breweries.
Did you know that April 12th is Slow Art Day? With the average museumgoer looking at a piece of art for less than 30 seconds, Slow Art Day encourages people to take more time to deeply appreciate a few works. The recommendation is to take in a single painting or sculpture for 10 minutes to really appreciate its intricacies.
Read our latest newsletter to see how you can try out Slow Art Day at any of our 30 member museums and cultural sites, and to get the latest news and events from the Connecticut Art Trail, including:
- A new social prescribing program in Connecticut that enables health care providers to recommend arts activities as part of a patient’s treatment
- The Center for Contemporary Printmaking reaches its 30th anniversary milestone
- A famous portrait of Henry VIII is now on view at the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art
- Family programs at the Slater Memorial Museum, Lyman Allyn Art Museum, and The Aldrich Museum of Contemporary Art
- A look at J.M.W. Turner’s Staffa, Fingal’s Cave, part of the extensive collection of Turner works at the Yale Center for British Art that will be on display at the newly reopened museum
- The grand prize winners of our 2024 Passport-Journal giveaway!
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!
Read our latest newsletter to learn about the latest news and events on the Connecticut Art Trail, including:
- The recognition of Old Lyme as a top small town arts destination, in part due to the Florence Griswold Museum and Lyme Art Association
- A new director and CEO at the Bruce Museum
- The 10th anniversary of a program connecting medical students with artwork at the Yale University Art Gallery and Yale Center for British Art
- Family art programs at the Yale University Art Gallery, Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, and the Fairfield University Art Museum
- A look at Andromeda and Perseus, a Renaissance painting that was one of the key pieces of art in the initial collection at the Fairfield University Art Museum
As 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!
Read our latest newsletter to learn about the latest news and events on the Connecticut Art Trail, including:
- CT Humanities grant awards for The Aldrich Museum of Contemporary Art, Florence Griswold Museum, and New Britain Museum of American Art
- A $1 million gift to support the chief curator position at The Aldrich Museum of Contemporary Art
- A new director for the Yale Center for British Art
- Family programming at Connecticut Art Trail sites including the Open Arts Studio at Grace Farms, a polar bear art activity at the William Benton Museum of Art, and a new monthly book and art club at the Lyme Art Association
- A profile of a new Connecticut Art Trail member site, Grace Farms in New Canaan.
As the Connecticut Art Trail celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2025, we’re thrilled to be doing so with 30 member sites! The Trail is bigger than ever, welcoming the Glass House as a full member and Grace Farms as an affiliate member. With a whole new year ahead of us, it’s a great time to pick up our new Passport-Journal — still just $35 — and explore these amazing destinations in the months ahead.
Read our latest newsletter to learn about the latest news and events on the Connecticut Art Trail, including:
- A distinctive award for the chief curator at the Mattatuck Museum
- The Hartford Dance Collective becoming artists in residence at the New Britain Museum of American Art
- A call for “Recycled Runway” designers from the American Mural Project
- Family programming at Connecticut Art Trail museums, including Joy in the Making at the Florence Griswold Museum, Storytime for Kids at The Aldrich Museum Contemporary Art Museum, and Recess Art Camps at MoCA CT.
- A profile of the latest Connecticut Art Trail member site, The Glass House in New Canaan.
The holiday season is one of the happiest times of year on the Connecticut Art Trail, as art museums and cultural sites across the state host special events and celebrations. It’s a great time to explore some of the fantastic destinations Connecticut has to offer, and to wrap up your 2024 Passport-Journal if you want to enter our grand prize giveaway! Don’t forget to take advantage of our seasonal buy one, get one deal for next year’s Passport-Journal; it makes a great gift!
Read our latest newsletter to learn about the latest news and upcoming events on the Connecticut Art Trail, including:
- A reopening date at the Yale Center for British Art after a two-year building renovation
- The Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art being named as one of the top 20 art museums in the United States by the Washington Post
- A special display of Hockey Hall of Fame trophies on display this weekend at the Bruce Museum
- Family activities for the holidays including an Access for All Community Day and Holiday Makers Market at the New Britain Museum of American Art, Winter Wonder Day at the Lyman Allyn Art Museum, and a Holiday Linocut Sampler course at the Center for Contemporary Printmaking
- A featured item from a Connecticut Art Trail museum’s permanent collection: The Minutes No. 14 by prominent Surrealist artist Kay Sage at the Mattatuck Museum