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The Art of Work: Painting Labor in Nineteenth-Century Denmark
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 […]
Art Adventures: Clay Sculptures
Inspired by our sculpture gallery, museum visitors and participants will make their own sculptures Art Adventures is a drop-in program designed for children aged 4 and up and their families. This program is free with general admission and no advanced registration is required. Join us in the Cohen Education Wing.
Gallery Exhibition Opening Reception
Sunday, June 1, 2025, 2-4 PM Location: Ground Floor Galleries Free and Open to All – RSVP not required Join us as we celebrate the opening of our Summer exhibition: The 15th Biennial Miniature Print International Exhibition. We are honored that many of the artists included in the exhibition will be able to attend the […]
Fred Elser First Sunday Science: Foraging with the “Wildman”
“Wildman” Steve Brill, America’s go-to guy for foraging, will bring some of the best wild foods of early summer to the Bruce Museum Seaside Center for the public to learn about and try from 2:00–2:30 pm. This will be followed by a foraging tour of Greenwich Point Park from 2:30–3:00 pm. The event will conclude […]
15th Biennial Miniature Print International Exhibition
15th Biennial Miniature Print International Exhibition Exhibition Dates: June 1 – August 24, 2025 The Center for Contemporary Printmaking is delighted to announce the 15th Biennial International Miniature Print Competition and Exhibition. This juried competition and exhibition is limited to original prints that are no bigger than four square inches (25.8 sq cm). The miniature […]
On Thin Ice: Alaska’s Warming Wilderness
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 […]
Isamu Noguchi: Metal the Mirror
“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 While 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 […]
The Art of Work: Painting Labor in Nineteenth-Century Denmark
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 […]
Bruce Beginnings: Dinosaur Friends
Learn about all about what dinosaurs ate, how they looked, and where they lived through a story, a gallery tour of our permanent science exhibitions, and a hands-on craft. Children (ages 2.5-5) and their caregivers are encouraged to explore the Bruce’s collections and exhibitions through picture books and hands-on activities. This program is free with […]