Calendar of Events
Events
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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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Family Fun Dayz: Halloween Spooktacular
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesJoin us for a day full of spooky fun! Test your skills at our spooky scavenger hunt, try creepy crafts, and make sure to stop at all of the scary stations to participate in ghoul hunts and sweet treats! FREE Register Here Support provided by the Art Bridges Foundation
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Opening Celebration: Fall Exhibitions
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesFall Exhibition Celebration Enjoy a look at the exciting fall exhibitions with remarks from Chief Curator Keffie Feldman, Executive Director Bob Burns, and some of the artists on view. Sunday, October 12 | 11–4 PM (Remarks at 1 PM) | $5 Reduced Admission Day Register Here
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CLOSED
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesThe Museum will be closed today.
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Van Trip- Concord Highlights
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesEnjoy a day in Concord, MA to visit the homes of two great American writers! Receive a tour of Louisa May Alcott's home where she wrote and set Little Women; visit the home where Ralph Waldo Emerson raised his family; and enjoy lunch in Historic Concord (included). Member: $105 Non-Member: $120 Member Meet Up: $95...
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Cocktails and Conversations: Buttons On!
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesEnjoy two themed cocktails created by a talented bartender from Litchfield Distillery while enjoying an evening with the minds behind Buttons On! Join artist Beau McCall, and guest curator Souleo as they speak about the exhibition from conception to creation, and finally installation! Non-Member: $20 Member: $15 Sober: $10 Docent: $5 Register Here Sponsored by...
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Brian Gibbons Homeless Outreach Project: Unsheltered Art Event
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesYou're warmly invited to Project: Unsheltered Art, a special event hosted by Brian Gibbons Homeless Outreach, celebrating the creativity and resilience of individuals experiencing homelessness in our community. Date: Saturday, November 1st, 2025 Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Location: Mattatuck Museum, 144 W Main St, Waterbury, CT ️ Admission: Free | Donations Welcome Project: Unsheltered Art will feature: A powerful gallery of...
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Family Portrait Day
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesHello Waterbury Families, We're excited to invite you to participate in a special FREE Family Portrait Day at the Mattatuck Museum on Sunday, November 2! This is a unique opportunity to capture your family's story and contribute to a meaningful upcoming exhibition celebrating the diversity of our community. We are specifically looking for Waterbury families that highlight the rich...
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Lunch and Learn: Native American Backgrounds in Fritz Scholder’s Art
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. First Wednesday of Every Month | 12–1 PM Join W. Scott Peterson, M.D., as he explores the symbolic significance of Navajo landscapes in...
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Member Perk
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesMembers will meet at Jennifer Terzian Gallery to get a behind the scenes look at the art of local emerging artists that Jennifer promotes. We will be treated to a conversation regarding those artists she features, what collectors and Museums look for what purchasing pieces, and how Jennifer curators her exhibitions. Contact E-mail: jennifer@mattmuseum.org...
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Homeschool Day: Art Adventure
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesGet ready for an adventure! Homeschool families are invited to embark on a museum-wide scavenger hunt, working together to find the art supplies they'll use to create their own masterpiece. This is a great opporutnity for homeschool families to interact with one another, while exercising their creativity through art! $30 per family, $15 Kids Adventure...
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Adult Art Workshop: The Art of Three: A Triptych Workshop
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesUsing three small canvases, participants will create a multi-paneled artwork that tells a 3-part story, inspired by the narrative style of artist Gerald Saladyga. Non-Member: $20 Member: $15 Register Here Interested in discounts, free admission, and more? Become a member today! Support provided by the George and Grace Long Foundation & Linford and Mildred White Charitable...
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Kid’s Art Workshop: Button Art!
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesChildren will learn how to transform ordinary buttons into a 2D work of art, while exploring imagination and creativity inspired by the work of Beau McCall! Non-Members - $10 Adults: $5 Kids Adventure Passholders : $0 Waterbury Students - $0 Register Here Interested in discounts, free admission, and more? Become a member today! Support provided by...
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Intermediate Kids Art Workshop: Tricked-Out Triptychs
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesUsing poster board, participants will create their own sequential art piece, telling a story across a series of connected panels. Inspired by the narrative style of artist Gerald Saladyga, they will explore how to create a visual journey and tell a unique personal story. Non-Members - $15 Members - $10 Adventure Passholders - $0...
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Urban School Warrior Book Discussion and Meet & Greet with Waterbury Black Educators
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesRegister Here Join us for an inspiring Author Conversation Event with Dr. David Snead, author of Urban School Warrior! https://thesneads.com/ ✨ Plus, enjoy a Meet & Greet with Waterbury Black Educators Saturday, November 22, 2025 — 4:00 PM Mattatuck Museum, Waterbury, CT Be part of an engaging discussion about education, leadership, and the power of...
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School’s OUT!
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesCamp hours - 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM; FREE Before and After Care from 8 AM - 9 AM and 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM. Participate in exciting, art-filled daily camps designed to spark imagination, build confidence, and encourage creative expression through hands-on projects and interactive experiences. Whether your child loves painting, performance, or both,...
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Lunch and Learn: Secrets Your Parents Never Told You About the History of Christmas Carols and Songs
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. First Wednesday of Every Month | 12–1 PM The stories behind most Christmas carols and songs are bursting with history and significance, yet...
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Van Trip: Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesJoin us for an engaging journey back in time at the Samuel Slater Experience in Webster, MA then escape the holiday hustle with a relaxing van trip to Old Sturbridge Village’s Christmas by Candlelight. You’ll be immersed in the sights and sounds of a 19th-century New England Christmas, complete with twinkling lights and historical re-enactments....
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Adult Art Workshop: Cover it in Buttons!
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesIn this workshop, you'll discover techniques for transforming ordinary vessels into extraordinary works of art inspired by the work of Beau McCall. Join us and express your creativity as you arrange and glue a dazzling array of buttons to make a unique statement piece for your home. Non-Member: $25 Member: $20 Register Here Sponsored by...
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Connecticut Accordion Association Holiday Concert
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesUnder the direction of Peter Peluso, the Connecticut Accordion Orchestra, along with surprise guest artists, will delight you with holiday favorites! Member: $15 Non-Member: $20 Sponsored by George and Grace Long Foundation and the Linford and Mildred White Charitable Fund Register Here Interested in discounts, free admission, and more? Become a member today!
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December Member Perk
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesMembers will view the grand Hotchkiss-Fyler House Museum in Torrington and take part in a tour of the Queen Anne style Victorian which features fine woodwork, stenciled walls, murals, and original family furnishings. The house will also be decorated for the holidays! There is also a permanent exhibit, No Place Like Home: The History of Torrington that tells...
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Teen Time
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesHang out with your friends, get creative with new art mediums, and relax afterschool at this teens only event! All teens aged 13-18 are welcome, with supplies and snacks provided. $5 Kids Adventure Passholders : FREE Waterbury Students: FREE Register Here Interested in discounts, free admission, and more? Become a member today! Support provided by American...
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Family Fun Day: Winter Wonderland
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesCelebrate winter at The MATT with a snowball toss, winter crafts, world holiday tradition stations, scavenger hunt, storytime, and a visit with Santa! FREE Register Here Support provided by American Savings Foundation and Post University. Interested in discounts, free admission, and more? Become a member today! Kids Adventure Pass
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Opening Celebration
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesOpening Celebration: NESA Sculpture Exhibition, Who We Are & Calder’s Pliers Sunday, December 14 | 11:00 AM–4:00 PM (Opening remarks at 1:00 PM) $5 reduced admission Join us for the grand opening of The New England Sculpture Association’s Learning From the Past, Who We Are, and Calder’s Pliers. Celebrate the art of sculpture and community...
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Closing Early
Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT, United StatesClosing at 3 PM