The Holiday Gift Market returns to the Museum Store again this year! Stock up on holiday gifts while simultaneously supporting local artists, artisans, and MMoA. November 8 - December 18 during museum hours
Wednesdays November 2 – December 14, 1– 4 p.m. in the KTJ Studios With Artist Educator Sunil Howlader, this class will combine abstract and realistic elements to create a painting that is complex, dynamic, and interesting. Students will work on translating thoughts, emotions, and ideas to the canvas using texture, form, and color. A basic understanding…
Saturday November 12, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the KTJ Studios A one-day workshop for ages 10-15 with Jeff Crew, a professional exhibit designer and maker of machines and mechanical art. Bridge building involves not only physical science concepts such as forces and strength of materials, but also design, drawing and hands on construction…
Tuesday, November 15, 5:30 p.m. A leader of the historic Mystic Art Association, Lester Boronda also happened to be a member of one of the early Spanish families that arrived in northern California with Junipero Serra’s expedition in 1770. Enjoy the boldness and sweep of Boronda’s magnificent Spring Comes to Toro in Looking at Art,…
Wednesdays November 2 – December 14, 1– 4 p.m. in the KTJ Studios With Artist Educator Sunil Howlader, this class will combine abstract and realistic elements to create a painting that is complex, dynamic, and interesting. Students will work on translating thoughts, emotions, and ideas to the canvas using texture, form, and color. A basic understanding…
TEENS: JOIN OUR BEGINNER BEADING CLASS AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY Teens, make beaded bracelets at the Bill Memorial Library! We will be holding a beginning beading class with experienced beader and Bill Memorial staff member Catherine. This program happens Thursday, November 17th, 2022 at 6:00 PM for students in grades 6-12, and no experience…
Friday, November 18, 5:30 p.m. in the KTJ Studios Let’s get crafty with pumpkins and decorate them in a surprising way by turning their surface into a beautiful mosaic piece of art. Using traditional tiles, along with other media, have fun designing a composition that will make your pumpkin the most creative in your neighborhood.…
Hygienic’s annual holiday show, Art=Gift 2022 is back! This year’s show features handcrafted, affordable art by local and regional artists. Art=Gift includes a wide array of exquisite art including, but not limited to: Paintings, Prints, Photography, Glass Art, Jewelry, Hand-printed T-shirts, Knitted Garments, Drawings, Wood-Turning, Holiday Cards, and Ornaments. Opening reception will be on Friday,…
It can be said that the personal journey of life is just a collaboration between past and present versions of ourselves. Each and every past choice we have made and experience we share with others presents a new version of ourselves. The concept of this new exhibition, titled "Abstract Deep" is composed of two series,…
November 19, Saturday, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. in the KTJ Studios A workshop for all ages! Let the pumpkin be our canvas! Using assorted multimedia, how will you decorate your pumpkin? This is a “no-carve” class. Drop off your child, stay and participate, or come on your own! Make a beautiful pumpkin for your…
Aaron McBride has spent more than 20 years creating creatures, technologies, and out-of-this-world locales for dozens of movies, including many Star Wars films, The Avengers, Pirates of the Caribbean and Jurassic World. He will share about his creative process and describe how movie making has changed during the last 20 years. A question and answer…
This "sure to impress" holiday stocking is a great beginner sewing project. Each one is totally unique to the maker. Create a handmade decoration for the holidays. In this class at Spark Makerspace, 7 Union Street, New London, CT, our sewing teacher Sherri will guide you step by step as you create a simple quilted…
Wednesdays November 2 – December 14, 1– 4 p.m. in the KTJ Studios With Artist Educator Sunil Howlader, this class will combine abstract and realistic elements to create a painting that is complex, dynamic, and interesting. Students will work on translating thoughts, emotions, and ideas to the canvas using texture, form, and color. A basic understanding…
Wednesdays November 2 – December 14, 1– 4 p.m. in the KTJ Studios With Artist Educator Sunil Howlader, this class will combine abstract and realistic elements to create a painting that is complex, dynamic, and interesting. Students will work on translating thoughts, emotions, and ideas to the canvas using texture, form, and color. A basic understanding…
Join us for this unique and one-of-a-kind show featuring works that include photography, drawings, paintings, ceramics, jewelry, and mixed media in the Hygienic Art Galleries. Presented by high school students in the art programs at New London High School, Waterford High School, Saint Bernard School, and introducing the Li & Zhai Art School. Featuring an…
Wednesday and Thursday, Jan. 18th, 10a-4p + 19th, 10a-3p - Two Day Beginner Workshop! Not sure if stained glass is for you? This is a perfect opportunity for those with little or no experience working with stained glass. You will construct a beautiful, colorful art glass strip panel while learning the techniques of the Tiffany…
Wednesday and Thursday, Jan. 18th, 10a-4p + 19th, 10a-3p - Two Day Beginner Workshop! Not sure if stained glass is for you? This is a perfect opportunity for those with little or no experience working with stained glass. You will construct a beautiful, colorful art glass strip panel while learning the techniques of the Tiffany…
Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 18th, 10a-4p and 19th, 10a-3p - Two Day Beginner Workshop! Not sure if stained glass is for you? This is a perfect opportunity for those with little or no experience working with stained glass. You will construct a beautiful, colorful art glass strip panel while learning the techniques of the Tiffany…
Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 18th, 10a-4p and 19th, 10a-3p - Two Day Beginner Workshop! Not sure if stained glass is for you? This is a perfect opportunity for those with little or no experience working with stained glass. You will construct a beautiful, colorful art glass strip panel while learning the techniques of the Tiffany…
Tuesday and Wednesday, March 28th 10a-4p and 29th, 10a-3p - Two Day Beginner Workshop! Not sure if stained glass is for you? This is a perfect opportunity for those with little or no experience working with stained glass. You will construct a beautiful, colorful art glass strip panel while learning the techniques of the Tiffany…
Tuesday and Wednesday, March 28th 10a-4p and 29th, 10a-3p - Two Day Beginner Workshop! Not sure if stained glass is for you? This is a perfect opportunity for those with little or no experience working with stained glass. You will construct a beautiful, colorful art glass strip panel while learning the techniques of the Tiffany…
Join us and create a stunning Mother's Day brooch or custom pin with your own hands! Learn the beautiful techniques of bead bezeling and embroidery as you craft a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry. Our experienced instructor will guide you through each step of the process, from selecting the perfect focal bead to finishing your creation…
Our Open Mic series will take place on Thursday, April 6th 2023 and will be hosted by comedians, Dame Fk and Elijah Pysyk! Sign Up available onsite from 5:00-5:30 PM Poetry, comedy, spoken word, Bring what you got! All talents welcome! 5 Minute Time Slot for Comedians and Poets! 2 Song Time Slot for Musicians!…
Saturday and Sunday, April 15th, 10a-4p and 16th, 10a-3p - Two Day Beginner Workshop! Not sure if stained glass is for you? This is a perfect opportunity for those with little or no experience working with stained glass. You will construct a beautiful, colorful art glass strip panel while learning the techniques of the Tiffany…
Saturday and Sunday, April 15th, 10a-4p and 16th, 10a-3p - Two Day Beginner Workshop! Not sure if stained glass is for you? This is a perfect opportunity for those with little or no experience working with stained glass. You will construct a beautiful, colorful art glass strip panel while learning the techniques of the Tiffany…
The Wandering Uterus is an exhibit featuring 11 female Connecticut artists. It is the sixth exhibit by the Wandering Uterus group that promises a diverse range of fine art styles and media by many of the same artists from the group's previous exhibitions with some dynamic new artists added to the line-up. Mediums displayed will…
Wednesday and Thursday, May 24th, 10a-4p and 25th, 10a-3p - Two Day Beginner Workshop! Not sure if stained glass is for you? This is a perfect opportunity for those with little or no experience working with stained glass. You will construct a beautiful, colorful art glass strip panel while learning the techniques of the Tiffany…
Marc Stone has been a standout presence in the New Orleans Roots music since the 1990s. A stylistic chameleon, he has released 4 albums of original music and toured extensively in the US and Europe. When he’s not on stage or in the studio, Marc can be found behind the mic at New Orleans’ iconic…
MITCHFEST 14 is on at Hygienic Art Park to benefit Hope Hospice & Palliative Care of Rhode Island. Join Bobby Christina as he presents this great ongoing music series in honor of his parents. This year the theme is "A Tribute to the Great Duets of Blues, Soul and R&B." MITCHFEST is a tradition that’s…
Join us on June 3rd from 5-6 PM for an hour of short stories with Author, Heather Dailey-Mezzacappa at the Hygienic Art Gallery. She will read sections from independently published book, "Curious Creatures and Fairy Tales." ABOUT THE BOOK: Curious Creatures and Fairy Tales is a compilation of stories based on eight mixed media figures…
Members of the ECSO will be seated inside the Frank Loomis Palmer Amphitheater at the Hygienic Art Park in New London from 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM waiting to perform, all they need is a conductor! Everyone is invited to step up to the podium and our Music Director & Conductor Toshiyuki Shimada will be…
Saturday June 17th 10am – 6pm Sunday June 18th 10am – 5pm (Father’s Day weekend) Saturday July 29th 10am – 6pm Sunday July 30th 10am -5pm Saturday Sept. 2nd 10am -6pm Sunday Sept 3rd 10am-5pm Monday Sept 4th10am -4pm (Labor Day weekend) For more information contact omvartshow@gmail.com
Saturday June 17th 10am – 6pm Sunday June 18th 10am – 5pm (Father’s Day weekend) Saturday July 29th 10am – 6pm Sunday July 30th 10am -5pm Saturday Sept. 2nd 10am -6pm Sunday Sept 3rd 10am-5pm Monday Sept 4th10am -4pm (Labor Day weekend) For more information contact omvartshow@gmail.com
Saturday and Sunday, June 24th, 10a-4p and 25th 10a-3p - Two Day Beginner Workshop! Not sure if stained glass is for you? This is a perfect opportunity for those with little or no experience working with stained glass. You will construct a beautiful, colorful art glass strip panel while learning the techniques of the Tiffany…
Saturday and Sunday, June 24th, 10a-4p and 25th 10a-3p - Two Day Beginner Workshop! Not sure if stained glass is for you? This is a perfect opportunity for those with little or no experience working with stained glass. You will construct a beautiful, colorful art glass strip panel while learning the techniques of the Tiffany…
Join us for these local fan favorites on July 22nd starting at 7:30pm. Gates open at 7. Ticket price $10
This is the PERFECT place to start! No pressure to complete a glass masterpiece in this fun skill-building workshop. This class is where you will learn and practice glass scoring, grinding, copper foiling, and soldering. We will practice cutting different types of art glass in straight lines and curves, grinding techniques, how to foil accurately,…
Sunday, July 23, 2023 3-5pm Encore opera in conjunction with Knobs and Knockers Productions presents "Opera Goes to the Movies" with Yohji Cantar Daquio - soprano, Arielle Rogers - mezzo-soprano, David Rivera Bozon - tenor, Rene de la Garza - baritone Philip Martorella - pianist This program will include selections from La Traviata, Le Nozze…
Please join us for a wine tasting and art pop-up featuring new prints by artist Shelley Lawrence Kirkwood. Kirkwood, an internationally exhibited photographer, produced a series oyster-themed cyanotypes for Orion Environmental Magazine’s summer issue. She will have prints of these works, and others on view and available to purchase. www.shelleykirkwood.com
Saturday June 17th 10am – 6pm Sunday June 18th 10am – 5pm (Father’s Day weekend) Saturday July 29th 10am – 6pm Sunday July 30th 10am -5pm Saturday Sept. 2nd 10am -6pm Sunday Sept 3rd 10am-5pm Monday Sept 4th10am -4pm (Labor Day weekend) For more information contact omvartshow@gmail.com
