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    Volunteer Docent Open House

    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    Mattatuck Museum docents are volunteers trained to passionately present real stories of art and history to the public. During the school year, they spend weekday mornings guiding elementary students through the...

  • graphic for august food for life building social support event

    Food For Life — Building Social Support

    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    Time: 12–2 PM Price: Free Learn strategies for confidently navigating restaurants, social gatherings, and special occasions while maintaining healthy habits. Sponsored by: Connecticut Community Foundation Register Here  

  • graphic for August's history hike at the Whittemore sanctuary

    History Hike — new location

    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    Time: 10 AM–12 PM Price: Free Explore the Van Vleck Farm & Nature Sanctuary at Flanders Nature Center with opportunities for letterboxing along the hike. Transportation provided; arrive at the...

  • Member Perk: Quassy Tour

    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    Member Perk: Quassy Tour   August 25 @ 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM   Join us for an exclusive members-only afternoon as we take a historical tour of Quassy Amusement Park, one...

  • You're Invited to a Virtual Travel Presentation! Learn more about this exciting journey and have all your questions answered during our complimentary online presentation: Tuesday, August 25th at 6:00 PM. Make sure to add this to your personal calendar so you dont miss it! Here is the zoom invite: https://collette.zoom.us/meeting/register/U4-VQ4utRHORWuBTFrMOKQ

    Virtual Travel Presentation: Greece

    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    Virtual Travel Presentation: Gems of Greece   Athens, Naxos & Crete | April 3–16, 2027 Tuesday, August 25, 2026 | 6:00 PM Virtual Presentation | FREE Join the Mattatuck Museum...

  • Memories at the MATT

    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    Time: 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. Sponsored by: Connecticut Community Foundation...

  • graphic of Van trip to the Museum of Modern Art Friday, August 28th from 8:15am - 6:00pm

    Van Trip – NYC: Museum of Modern Art!

    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    Time: 8:15 AM–6 PM Price: Member: $125 Non-Member: $135 Member Meet-Up (@ train station): $115 Non-Member Meet-Up (@ train station): $125 Join us for a fun day trip to the...

  • Join 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. Michelle Bangash, historian of the Higuayagua Taíno of the Caribbean and professional educator, will introduce audiences to Taíno tribal histories and current cultural practices kept by people who live in, or have ancestry from, the Carribean islands. Audience Q+A to follow. This introductory lesson is offered in Spanish and English. Time: English: 11 AM– 11:45 AM Español: 12 PM– 12:45 PM Photo of presenter with the information about the event in graphic

    Lunch & Learn: A Culture of the Caribbean: Taíno Tribes Lesson

    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    Join 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...

  • food for life graphic with a brain exercising

    Food for Life: Power Foods for the Brain

    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    September 13, 2026 | 12–2 PMFREE This class will shine a light on the foods and nutrients to prioritize for optimal brain health. Drawing from the book Power Foods for...

  • Orton P. Camp Jr. Free Admission Day

    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    Free admission in honor of Orton P. Camp Jr.'s birthday. Sponsored by the Mattatuck Museum Board of Directors in memory of Orton P. Camp Jr.

  • photo of kasike jorge and a clay object for adult art workshop on september 19

    Semi Sculpture Workshop with Kasike Atunwa Jorge Baracutay Estevez

    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    Come 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...

  • 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 his world of extraordinary creativity, passion, and emotional turmoil. Set against the vibrant landscapes that inspired some of Van Gogh's greatest works, the novel explores love, resilience, and the cost of genius. Join us as we discuss Sunflowers: A Historical Romance of Vincent van Gogh, A Tormented Artist, and the Woman Who Loved Him by Sheramy Bundrick

    Booked and Framed: Sunflowers

    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    Book: 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...

  • Memories at the MATT

    Memories at the MATT
    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    Time: 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...

  • September 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 of apples and pears, many of which come into season just as the days start to turn crisp. Members will enjoy a small guided tour of the grounds. Expect the kind of quiet, working farm charm that makes Litchfield County feel like its own world. Register Contact colin@mattmuseum.org for more information

    Member Perk: Averill Farm

    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    September 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...

  • child looking at symnbols interactive in the exhibition. Graphic is for kids art workshop led by afro caribbean cultural center leader kasike wakyua rafael feliciano-roman to learn about symbols and create a petroglyph of their own on september 26 from 12-1 pm, free

    Kids Art Workshop: Taíno Symbols & Myths

    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    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...

  • Explore Taíno symbols and Indigenous Caribbean traditions in this free mixed-media workshop with Kasike Wakyua Rafael Feliciano-Roman. Create layered artwork inspired by traditional iconography.

    Intermediate Art Workshop: Taíno Symbols & Indigenous Identity

    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    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...

  • Explore the history of Black Rock State Park on a guided 1.6-mile hike along the Black Rock Loop. Discover the stories, legends, artifacts, and Indigenous history connected to this unique landscape, as well as the famous Black Rock graphite deposits. Enjoy fresh air, scenic views, and history along the trail. September 28, 2026 | 10 AM–12 PM FREE | Transportation Provided Please arrive at the Mattatuck Museum by 9:30 AM for transportation. Sponsored by Connecticut Community Foundation.

    History Hike

    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    Time: 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...

  • graphic for schools out in september with kids at a table

    Schools OUT! Living Traditions

    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    9:30 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...

  • Explores Connecticut's early witch trials and accused witches with Mattatuck Museum on October 4 at Brass Works Brewery. Graphic including image from Mattatuck Collection.

    History & Hops: Witches in Connecticut

    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    The 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...

  • Van Trip Connecticut 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 Cock Cider gets made on-site at the Stafford Cidery taproom, and end the day getting to know your traveling companions through a meal of fellowship in town. Transportation to Stafford Springs, behind-the-scenes tours, and dinner included in ticket. Alcohol and wands purchasable at sites. Please note, there are shop cats on location. Support Provided By George A. & Grace L. Long Foundation, Bank of America, N.A., Co-Trustee and Linford & Mildred White Charitable Fund, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee

    Van Trip: Connecticut Craftwork: Stafford Springs

    Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

    Connecticut 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...

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