Players of all ages and skill levels can learn and practice chess during weekly Chess Lessons held every Saturday from 10:30 am to 12 pm at the Mattatuck Museum, 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06702. The program offers private and semi-private instruction designed for both beginners learning the game and experienced players looking to ... Read more
Young artists are invited to explore the stories and symbols of the Taíno people during the Kids Art Workshop: Taíno Symbols & Myths at the Mattatuck Museum on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 12 to 1 pm. Led by Kasike Wakyua Rafael Feliciano-Roman, Executive Director of the Afro Caribbean Cultural Center, this free family-friendly workshop ... Read more
Discover the artistic traditions of the Indigenous Caribbean during the Intermediate Art Workshop: Taíno Symbols & Indigenous Identity at the Mattatuck Museum on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 2 to 3:30 pm. Led by Kasike Wakyua Rafael Feliciano-Roman, Executive Director of the Afro Caribbean Cultural Center, this mixed-media workshop explores the history and cultural significance ... Read more
Join fellow readers for Booked and Framed: Sunflowers at the Mattatuck Museum on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 1 to 2 pm. This book discussion features Sunflowers: A Historical Romance of Vincent van Gogh, A Tormented Artist, and the Woman Who Loved Him by Sheramy Bundrick. Set in Arles, France, the novel follows Rachel, who ... Read more
Explore the stories behind museum collections during the Annual Julia Q. Keggi Lecture at the Mattatuck Museum on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 1 to 2 pm. Presented by Dr. Guzmán of Trinity College, Island Display: Documenting Material Legacies of Museum Collecting in and Curation of Puerto Rico examines the hidden histories behind museum objects ... Read more
Discover the natural and cultural history of Black Rock State Park during the History Hike hosted by the Mattatuck Museum on Monday, September 28, 2026, from 10 am to 12 pm. This free guided outing explores the 1.6-mile Black Rock Loop while highlighting the area's rich history. Participants will learn about the Mohegan, Paugussett, and ... Read more
Gentle movement and mindful exercise come together during weekly Tai Chi classes every Wednesday from 9 am to 10 am at the Mattatuck Museum, 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT ... Read more
Members of the Palace Theater Marquee Society of Women will gather for a private thank-you reception and backstage tour on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, from 4:30 to 7:30 pm. Established in 2017, the Marquee Society of Women brings together women who support the Palace Theater and its arts education and programming. The giving society offers ... Read more
Older adults can enjoy a quieter museum experience during Senior Mornings, held every Wednesday from 9:30 am to 11 am at the Mattatuck Museum, 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT ... Read more
Bestselling author and Broadway insider Tom Santopietro explores the life and legacy of Hollywood icon Audrey Hepburn during I Wrote That! Author Talk at Palace Theater on Wednesday, September 30, ... Read more
