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AMERICA ABROAD: Art, Architecture, and Diplomacy – Works from the FAPE Collection
Presented on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the United States and the 40th anniversary of the Foundation for Art and Preservation in Embassies (FAPE), the exhibition offers rare public access to artworks typically seen only at US embassies—spaces not generally open to the public—and explores how art and architecture have shaped the United […]
Open Arts Studio
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. For ages 4–11 with adult caregivers.
Chess
Chess Lessons all ages and skill levels welcome. Learn chess or refresh your skills with private or semi-private lessons. Open to all. Every Saturday. Register Here Support provided by Connecticut Community Foundation
For Which It Stands…
This exhibition examines depictions of the American flag through 75 works by a diverse group of artists, beginning during WWI with Childe Hassam’s Italian Day, May 1918 and continuing to the present day, including a textile sculpture commissioned for the show from Maria de Los Angeles. The exhibition includes work in a variety of media […]
Kids Art Workshop: Taíno Symbols & Myths
Young artists will discover the fascinating world of the Taíno people through storytelling, art, and creativity! Led by Kasike Wakyua Rafael Feliciano-Roman, the Executive Director of the Afro Caribbean Cultural Center, children will be introduced to Taíno myths, symbols, and the meaning behind ancient petroglyphs. Inspired by what they learn, participants will create their own […]
Intermediate Art Workshop: Taíno Symbols & Indigenous Identity
Explore the history, artistry, and cultural significance of Indigenous Caribbean symbols in this engaging mixed-media workshop led by Kasike Wakyua Rafael Feliciano-Roman, the Executive Director of the Afro Caribbean Cultural Center. Participants will learn about Taíno and other Indigenous symbolic traditions, examining how symbols communicate identity, spirituality, community, and connections to the natural world. Using […]
Music at Grace Farms | Leslie Odom Jr.
Tony® and GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Leslie Odom, Jr. brings his extraordinary voice, magnetic stage presence, and genre-spanning artistry to the stage for an evening of music that is soulful, sophisticated, and deeply moving. This captivating concert features selections from the American Songbook, reimagined pop favorites, and beloved musical theater classics — including special performances of […]
AMERICA ABROAD: Art, Architecture, and Diplomacy – Works from the FAPE Collection
Presented on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the United States and the 40th anniversary of the Foundation for Art and Preservation in Embassies (FAPE), the exhibition offers rare public access to artworks typically seen only at US embassies—spaces not generally open to the public—and explores how art and architecture have shaped the United […]
Annual Julia Q. Keggi Lecture: Island Display: Documenting Material Legacies of Museum Collecting in and Curation of Puerto Rico
Every object on display in a museum has a hidden history: how it was collected, why it was chosen, and who decided how to tell its story. Join us for this year’s Julia Q. Keggi Lecture as Dr. Guzmán of Trinity College explores the choices and practices behind the museum displays we often take for […]