Calendar of Events
Events
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Semi Sculpture Workshop with Kasike Atunwa Jorge Baracutay Estevez
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesCome celebrate Taíno Culture with an afternoon of art making! Join Kasike (Chief) Atunwa Jorge Baracutay Estevez of the Higuayagua Tribe, a skilled storyteller and historical researcher as he demonstrates Chicoide style art and create your own piece during this family friendly workshop. September 19th, 2026 3pm- 4:30pm Free Register Here Sponsored by Art Bridges
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Booked and Framed: Sunflowers
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesBook: Sunflowers: A Historical Romance of Vincent van Gogh, A Tormented Artist, and the Woman Who Loved Him by Sheramy Bundrick Seeking a brief escape from the hardships of her life, Rachel unexpectedly becomes the muse of the brilliant but troubled painter Vincent van Gogh in Arles. As their relationship deepens, she is drawn into...
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Narrative Storytelling Through Photography Workshop
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesLed by teaching artist Peter Glass, this two-session workshop teaches you how to tell a powerful narrative primarily through photographs, drawing artistic inspiration from the evocative, atmospheric work of Ming Smith. Whether you shoot with a traditional 35mm camera or use your smartphone, you’ll learn essential composition skills, camera techniques, and narrative sequence planning to...
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Member Perk: Averill Farm
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesSeptember 24 @ 2:00 PM Mark your calendars for Thursday, September 24th at 2:00 p.m., when members are invited to Averill Farm, a tenth generation family orchard tucked into the hills of Washington Depot. The Averill family has worked this same 260 acre property since 1746, and their orchards are home to over 100 varieties...
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Kids Art Workshop: Taíno Symbols & Myths
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesYoung 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...
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Intermediate Art Workshop: Taíno Symbols & Indigenous Identity
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesExplore 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...
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Annual Julia Q. Keggi Lecture: Island Display: Documenting Material Legacies of Museum Collecting in and Curation of Puerto Rico
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesEvery 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...
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History Hike
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesTime: 10 AM–12 PM Price: Free Join us for a morning hike at Black Rock State Park to hike the Black Rock Loop (1.6 miles) , where we'll explore scenic trails while discovering the rich history of this unique landscape. Once home to the Mohegan, Paugussett, and Tunxis peoples, the area is filled with stories, legends, and...
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Tai Chi
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesImprove your energy and stamina as you move to the music with certified Tai Chi instructor Matt Dempsey. Matt will teach gentle movements that improve balance, flexibility, and mobility and reduce stiffness and soreness. Wear comfortable clothes. All levels welcome! FREE Register Here Sponsored by the Connecticut Community Foundation
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Schools OUT! Living Traditions
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States9:30 AM -3:30 PM Early drop off 8-9:30 | Late pick up 3:30-5:00 PM0 $50 General, $35 Members, $25 Kids Adventure Pass Through hands-on art, storytellling, music and games, campers will connect with the roots of the land we share and discover how Indigenous communities have shaped and continue to shape our world. Register Learn...
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Museums on Us
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesBank of America Museums on Us (1st full weekend of the month) Bank of America offers their cardholders free general admission – during the first full weekend of every month – to the Mattatuck Museum and other cultural institutions across the United States. Free admission for Bank of America, Merrill, & Bank of America Private Bank...
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Museums on Us
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesBank of America Museums on Us (1st full weekend of the month) Bank of America offers their cardholders free general admission – during the first full weekend of every month – to the Mattatuck Museum and other cultural institutions across the United States. Free admission for Bank of America, Merrill, & Bank of America Private Bank...
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History & Hops: Witches in Connecticut
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesThe harrowing story of the hanging of witches in Colonial New England continues to haunt our present-day imagination. The trials and executions of witches in Connecticut predated the more famous Salem witch panic by over 40 years. Hear the stories of some of the women and men accused, tried, and executed as witches and learn...
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FREE Admission – Access for All
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesFree admission and programming on the Second Saturday of each month. Support provided by the Art Bridges Foundation
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Van Trip: Connecticut Craftwork: Stafford Springs
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesConnecticut Craftwork: Stafford Springs October 10, 2026 Departure Time: 12:45pm (please arrive 15 mins before scheduled departure time) Member: $50 Regular $70 Join us on an autumn adventure to scenic Stafford Springs, CT! Learn about local craft companies, Orchard Wand Works and Crazy Cock Cider. Watch an artisan wand crafter at work, see how Crazy...
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Opening Celebration: Fall 2026 Exhibitions
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesJoin us Saturday, October 11, from 1–4 PM as we celebrate three exciting new exhibitions at the Mattatuck Museum! Remarks at 1pm $5 reduced admission for the day. New Exhibitions: MING SMITH: JAZZ REQUIEM – NOTATIONS IN BLUE On view through January 17, 2027 | Opening Celebration October 11 | Remarks at 1:30 PM Ming...
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School’s Out: Mixed Media Medicine
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States9:30 AM -3:30 PM Early drop off 8-9:30 | Late pick up 3:30-5:00 PM0 $50 General, $35 Members, $25 Kids Adventure Pass Using the art of Sonja Langford as a guide, campers will discover how art can be a powerful tool for healing, storytelling and celebrating the caretakers of our world. Register Learn More Support...
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Lunch and Learn: Noises in the Night: Connecticut Cryptids
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesJoin us for a delightful afternoon of good food and engaging conversations about local art and history! Order ahead from Sweet Bella @ The MATT or bring your own lunch to enjoy. Are you a local fascinated by folklore? Join author Patrick Scalisi and artist Valerie Ruby-Omen for a talk about their book, Connecticut Cryptids....
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Booked and Framed Book Club: The Goldfinch
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesBook: The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt After surviving a tragic accident that changes his life forever, thirteen-year-old Theo Decker clings to a small painting that becomes both his greatest comfort and his greatest burden. As he grows into adulthood, the painting draws him through worlds of art, love, wealth, and crime, forcing him to confront...
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History Hike: Indian Well State Park
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesTime: 10 AM–12 PM Price: Free Join us at Indian Well State Park for a scenic hike of the Woodsend and Paugussett Trail Loop (2 miles). Along the way, we will pass an overlook of the Housatonic River and a series of cliffs. where the Paugussett Tail. Whether you're looking for fresh air, great company, or stunning...
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Food for Life: Breast Cancer Prevention & Survival
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesThe classes in this series will bring into focus the undeniable connection between diet and cancer risk. Here we will focus more specifically on foods that have been shown to directly reduce breast cancer risk and support survival.The intended audience for this class is for cancer survivors and their family and friends, as well as...
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Senior Mornings
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesSenior Mornings: every Wednesday between 9:30-11:00 AM Enjoy the Museum’s collection and special changing exhibitions in a quiet and comfortable environment before the Museum opens.
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Memories at the MATT
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesTime: 11:30 AM–1 PM Price: Free A supportive program for people living with early-stage dementia and their care partners featuring an in-gallery tour, art activity, and complimentary lunch. Memories at the MATT is a free program available to all people living with early-stage dementia and their care partners. Come spend an afternoon in a supportive and fun...
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Family Fun Day: Halloween Spooktacular!
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesGet ready for a wonderfully wicked Family Fun Day where you'll create your own pinch-pot cauldron and craft haunted paper stained glass windows. Visit the galleries if you dare for mysterious touch and feel stations and a scavenger hunt before grabbing your sweet treats on the way out! FREE SUPPORT PROVIDED BY State of Connecticut...
