Calendar of Events
Special Tours
Events
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Purple Up for Military Kids! Storytime and Art Workshop
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesThis April, the Mattatuck Museum proudly joins the nationwide celebration of Military Kids Month by participating in “Purple Up! For Kids.” In a show of support and gratitude for military families, museum staff wore purple on April 1 to recognize the sacrifices and resilience of children in military households. As a proud Blue Star Museum,...
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Van Trip: Hillstead Museum and Noah Webster House
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesJoin the Mattatuck Museum to visit The Noah Webster House and Hillstead Museum. Enjoy a guided tour of both museums, learning about Connecticut's dictionary namesake and the collection of Impressionist paintings owned by one family. Enjoy lunch (included) on this day trip to appreciate two wonderful institutions! Member: $90 Non-Member: $100 Member Meet Up: $85...
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Van Trip: The Mount and Naumkeag
Join the Mattatuck Museum to visit the Berkshires to visit The Mount, home of Edith Wharton, and Naumkeag, both beautifully preserved historic homes and gardens. Enjoy a guided tour of both museums, learning about the architecture and the families who lived there. Enjoy lunch (included) with a view on The Mount's Terrace and explore the...
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Member Perk: Hollister House Gardens
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesHollister House Gardens Come with the Mattatuck Museum as we visit the Hollister House Gardens in Washington! This member perk is a behind the scenes talk with their head gardener on the history of the house and gardens, followed by in depth conversations tailored to the groups interest. We are grateful to have received a discount to...
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Insights into the Mattatuck Collection with Jen Johnston
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesGain 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. Non-Member: $10 Member: $5 Register Here Interested in discounts, free admission, and more? Become a member today! Sponsored by Chris...
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Highlights Tour
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesDiscover the stories behind some of the Mattatuck's most fascinating artifacts and art pieces on a 45 minute guided tour, included with admission. Please check-in at the front desk if you wish to join. Tours depart from the lobby.
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Member Perk: Boothe Memorial Park & Museum
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesMeet in Stratford for a tour of the Boothe Memorial Park and Museum for a guided tour of the late, great Boothe brothers, David and Stephen's museum that boasts a hearty collection! This collection of buildings including a carriage house, Americana Museum, miniature lighthouse and windmill, a clocktower museum, a trolley station, a chapel and a blacksmith shop....
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October Member Perk
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesTapping Reeve House & Law School- October 8th at 11 AM Meet in Litchfield and step into history at America's first law school! The renowned Litchfield Law School, founded by Tapping Reeve, and Sarah Pierce's Litchfield Female Academy drew aspiring students from across the country. Experience 19th-century student life and explore how politics, society, and...
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Van Trip: History, Handcrafted: Norwalk, CT
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesEnjoy the crisp maritime air by joining us on a day trip to Norwalk, CT, also known as “Oyster Town”! Throughout the day we will tour culture sites such as the Lockwood-Matthews Mansion and Museum, have the chance to explore and participate in an art class at the Norwalk Art Space, and enjoy a delicious lunch in town. (Please note,...