Calendar of Events
Events
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Adult Art Workshop: Sculpting the Human Hand
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesEnjoy a sculpting workshop led by visiting educators from the Mystic Museum of Art. Participants will examine the structure of the hand and, using simple tools, and their own marvelous hands, sculpt a hand in air-drying clay on a wire and foil armature. From the sculpting-curious to the advanced artists, all are welcome. Workshop is...
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Kids Workshop: Blooming Hand Totes
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesKids will turn a simple canvas tote bag into a blooming work of art! In this workshop, young artists will use paint and thier hands to create beautiful hand flower bouquets. By the end, each child will have a one-of-a-kind tote bag they can proudly use themselves or use as a perfect gift for Mothers...
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Project Unsheltered Art
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesHosted by Brian Gibbons Homeless Outreach, Project Unsheltered Art, showcases artwork created by the unhoused population of Greater Waterbury, offering a powerful glimpse into their lives, stories, and talents. This event is free, donations encouraged. 1-4 PM STUDIO No registration is required; walk ins welcome.
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Intermediate Art Workshop: Farm Fresh: Ceramic Egg Trays
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesSpring is here, which means Farmers Market season is back! Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll design your own clay egg tray using paint, decoupage, and glossy resin. Get creative and make a one-of-a-kind piece that’s perfect for displaying fresh eggs in your kitchen, decorating your room, or the perfect gift for...
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Teen Time: Summer Loading…
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesGet ready to countdown to summer and come hang with your friends at the Mattatuck! This hangout invites teens to chill with friends, create art, and eat summer-themed snacks all while getting hyped for summer break. Whether you come to chill with friends or create summery crafts, this is the perfect way to kick-off your...
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Hands in Art
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States12- 1pm lecture / 1:15 - 3:15pm art workshop LECTURE Non-Member: $10 Member: $5 Register Here ART WORKSHOP Member: FREE, Non-member $5.00 Our hands are used to create, communicate, and love, from a strong grip to a gentle touch. Join museum educator, Alice W. Iglehart, for an exploration of hands and gestures in...
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Member Perk: May
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesJoin us for a special member outing to the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum in Ridgefield, CT. Travel together in the museum van and enjoy a day exploring bold, innovative contemporary art in one of the region's leading exhibition spaces. This shared experience offers a relaxed and engaging way to connect with fellow members while taking...
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Waterbury’s America 250th Kick-off Celebration; About Face: 250 Years of American Portraits Opening
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesJoin us as we kick off Waterbury’s America 250th celebration with a special evening at the Mattatuck Museum with The Office of Mayor Paul K. Pernerewski, Jr. & the City of Waterbury! About Face: 250 Years of American Portraits & Waterbury America 250th Kickoff Event will take place on Friday, May 15th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This...
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Cocktails and Conversations: Reflections on 250 Years in American Art
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesJoin panelists Chief Curator Rebecca McNamara from the Mattatuck Museum and Marcia Brady Tucker Fellow Kate Criscitiello from Yale University Art Gallery to discuss and explore American history in art through two exhibitions commemorating the United States' semiquincentennial: About Face: 250 Years of American Portraits (Mattatuck) and Keeping Alive the Remembrance: Commemorating America's Founding, 1776–1876...
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Food For Life – Food and Fitness
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesWhether participants are competitive athletes or individuals with active lifestyles, this course will provide insight into the best plant-based foods and nutrients to power athletic performance and physical activity. Similarly, participants will learn dietary strategies to reduce inflammation and support recovery outcomes. The class features a cooking demonstration of three delicious, health-promoting dishes, along with...
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Leadership Greater Waterbury Community Celebration
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesA free community celebration called Why Waterbury will take place on Sunday, June 7, from 2:00–4:00 PM at the Mattatuck Museum. The event is designed to showcase the many reasons people are proud to call Waterbury home. Highlights include: Connecting with local businesses and nonprofit organizations Sampling food from local restaurants Enjoying live music Participating...
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History Hike
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesWaterbury’s Phase 1 section of Naugatuck River Greenway trail (2.2 miles) will stretch from the Naugatuck River Recreational area on Platts Mill Road north along South Main Street to Eagle Street, and will include a park and parking area at the intersection of Platts Mill Road and South Main Street. Tranportation provided. Free Register Here ...
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Lunch and Learn: Seed to Harvest: A Vegetable Growing Guide
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesAbout the presentation: Seed to Harvest- This presentation explains the basics of growing organic vegetables from start to finish. It covers how to prepare soil, plant seeds, and take care of plants with proper watering, sunlight, and natural pest control. It also talks about using compost and organic fertilizers to keep soil healthy. Finally, it...
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The Mattatuck Museum Presents: A Grateful Gathering: A Benefit Concert with the Mystic Dead
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesExperience the magic and improvisation of the Grateful Dead with MYSTIC DEAD, Connecticut’s premier tribute to the legendary sound. From classic hits to spontaneous jams, it’s an authentic celebration of a timeless musical legacy. The concert is raising funds to support our education and public programs which serves over 17,000 children and their families annually. ...
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Ask a Curator #2: Camilo Alvarez
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesCamilo Alvarez will be in Ascendancy: The Self in Contemporary Art (Baker Gallery) from 11am -5pm. Guest Curator— Camilo Alvarez kmilo@samsonprojects.com https://www.samsonprojects.com/
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22ND ANNUAL CONNECTICUT OPEN HOUSE DAY
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United States22ND ANNUAL CONNECTICUT OPEN HOUSE DAY SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 2026 The Mattatuck Museum invites visitors to enjoy two exciting experiences as part of Connecticut Open House Day. Through Access for All, supported by Art Bridges, admission to the Museum will be free for all guests throughout the day. Visitors can participate in Ask A Curator...
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Student Film Screening: Waterbury 1901
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesThe Mattatuck Museum will host a special screening of Waterbury 1901, an innovative short film created by students from Wilby High School, on Monday, June 15, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Produced by Wilby High School juniors Aniah Ogman and Aneisa Scott under the guidance of teacher Mike Drew, the 20-minute film transforms historic photographs...
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17th Annual Brass Button Awards | 3RD Annual Waterbury Clock Awards
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesThe Mattatuck Museum will celebrate four outstanding community leaders at the 17th Annual Brass Button Award ceremony and 3rd Annual Waterbury Clock Legacy Award presentation. The event will take place from 6 to 9 PM on Wednesday, June 17, at the Museum which will include a reception, dinner, and awards ceremony. Cocktail attire is encouraged...
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Adult Art Workshop: For the Love of Lyrics: Art Inspired by Song
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesPlay with color, rhythm, and words as you turn your favorite songs into eye-catching art. In this music-inspired art workshop, you’ll transform a blank canvas into an illustration of a bold vinyl record built entirely from lyrics of one or more of your favorite songs. Whether you choose throwbacks or current hits, this is your...
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Kids Art Workshop: Rock On!
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesLet's make some noise for creativity! These rockstars will be jamming to the beat of their imagination to design their one-of-a-kind guitar. Kids will use old CDs cardboard, and string to create awesome rockstar worthy guitars. By the end of the class, everyone will be ready to strike a pose and rock out at a...
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Accordion Concert
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesThe Connecticut Accordion Association is back for another lively performance here at the Mattatuck Museum! Under the direction of Peter Peluso, the Connecticut Accordion Association will delight you with a chorus of favorites! $20.00 General Admission $15.00 per Member $10.00 per Youth (5-18) Register Here Interested in discounts, free admission, and more? Become a member today!
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Intermediate Art Workshop: It Was Never A Phase!: Concert Tie Dye T-shirts & Painting CDs
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesMake some noise and get ready to design your own concert merch for your favorite band or artist! In this workshop, you’ll create a bold tie-dye concert T-shirt and paint CDs inspired by the vibrant colors and posters you see at live shows. Learn cool tie-dye techniques, experiment with color combinations, and leave with a...
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Member Perk: JUNE
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesJoin us as we travel to the Railroad Museum of New England. Members will get an up-close look at their historic rolling stock guided by the experts who keep these remarkable machines in motion. Experience a fascinating glimpse into the craftsmanship and history of rail travel. We will be visiting an active locomotive and railcar overhaul shop...
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Van Trip: America 250: Two Revolutions
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesCome reflect on our country’s past and peek into its future in Cambridge, MA. From our nation's founding, Massachusetts minds have been at the forefront of revolutionary thought. Visit the Longfellow House-Washington’s Headquarters National Historic Site— where George Washington strategized during the siege of Boston; as well as where poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow once lived...
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Exhibition Celebration
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesBetter Late Than Never: The Art of Arlene Brown Welcome to Better Late Than Never, an exhibition that celebrates the creative spirit at every stage of life. The tongue-in-cheek title, courtesy of Arlene Brown’s partner, perfectly captures the artist's joyful emergence onto the regional art scene. While creativity was a constant thread throughout Arlene's childhood and college years, life took a...