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SUMMARY:History Hike at Mattatuck Museum
DESCRIPTION:Explore local history and the outdoors during the History Hike on June 8\, 2026 from 10 am to 12 pm at the Mattatuck Museum\, 144 West Main Street\, Waterbury\, CT 06702. \nThe guided outing will highlight Waterbury’s Phase 1 section of the Naugatuck River Greenway\, a 2.2-mile trail stretching from the Naugatuck River Recreational Area on Platts Mill Road north along South Main Street to Eagle Street. The project also includes a new park and parking area located at the intersection of Platts Mill Road and South Main Street. \nParticipants will learn more about the history\, development\, and community significance of the Greenway while enjoying a walk through the area. \nTransportation will be provided. Admission is free.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/history-hike-at-mattatuck-museum/
LOCATION:Mattatuck Museum\, 63 Prospect Street\, Waterbury\, CT\, 06702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Waterbury
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SUMMARY:Tai Chi at Mattatuck Museum
DESCRIPTION: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 06702. \nLed by certified Tai Chi instructor Matt Dempsey\, the class focuses on improving balance\, flexibility\, mobility\, energy\, and stamina through guided movement set to music. Participants will learn gentle techniques designed to help reduce stiffness and soreness while encouraging relaxation and overall wellness. \nThe class welcomes all experience levels\, from beginners to experienced participants. Guests are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement. \nAdmission is free. \nFor more information\, visit Mattatuck Museum
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/tai-chi-at-mattatuck-museum-3/2026-06-10/
LOCATION:Mattatuck Museum\, 63 Prospect Street\, Waterbury\, CT\, 06702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Waterbury
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SUMMARY:Senior Mornings at Mattatuck Museum
DESCRIPTION: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 06702. \nThe weekly program offers visitors the opportunity to explore the museum’s permanent collection and rotating special exhibitions in a calm and comfortable setting before the museum opens to the general public. Senior Mornings provide a relaxed atmosphere for viewing artwork\, history exhibitions\, and cultural displays at a slower pace. \nFor more information\, visit Mattatuck Museum
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/senior-mornings-at-mattatuck-museum-2/2026-06-10/
LOCATION:Mattatuck Museum\, 63 Prospect Street\, Waterbury\, CT\, 06702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Waterbury
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Seed to Harvest: A Vegetable Growing Guide at Mattatuck Museum
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of organic gardening during Lunch and Learn: Seed to Harvest: A Vegetable Growing Guide on June 10\, 2026 from 12 pm to 1 pm at the Mattatuck Museum\, 144 West Main Street\, Waterbury\, CT 06702. \nDesigned as an introduction for beginner gardeners\, the presentation explores the full process of growing vegetables from seed to harvest. Topics include soil preparation\, seed planting\, watering techniques\, sunlight requirements\, natural pest control methods\, composting\, and the use of organic fertilizers to maintain healthy soil. \nParticipants will also learn practical tips for harvesting vegetables at the right time to achieve the best results and support a successful home garden. \nFor more information\, visit Mattatuck Museum
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/lunch-and-learn-seed-to-harvest-a-vegetable-growing-guide-at-mattatuck-museum/
LOCATION:Mattatuck Museum\, 63 Prospect Street\, Waterbury\, CT\, 06702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Waterbury
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SUMMARY:The Mattatuck Museum Presents: A Grateful Gathering: A Benefit Concert with the Mystic Dead
DESCRIPTION:Live music and community fundraising come together during A Grateful Gathering: A Benefit Concert with Mystic Dead on June 11\, 2026 from 6 pm to 8:30 pm at the Mattatuck Museum\, 144 West Main Street\, Waterbury\, CT 06702. \nKnown as Connecticut’s premier tribute to Grateful Dead\, Mystic Dead recreates the legendary band’s signature blend of classic songs\, improvisation\, and extended live jams in a performance celebrating the enduring spirit of the iconic group. \nThe benefit concert supports the Mattatuck Museum’s education and public programming\, which serves more than 17\,000 children and families annually throughout the Greater Waterbury community. Proceeds help fund programs designed to expand cultural access\, educational opportunities\, and community partnerships. \nFood and drinks will be available for purchase during the event. \nThe concert is presented in conjunction with the exhibition Psychedelic Splendor: The Concert Art of AJ Masthay & Helen Kennedy\, on view in the Munger Gallery from June 13 through September 20\, 2026. \nGeneral admission tickets are $50. Patron tickets are $125 and include two complimentary drinks\, early concert access\, and an original exhibition poster by AJ Masthay and Helen Kennedy of Zazzcorp. \nFor tickets and more information\, visit Mattatuck Museum
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/the-mattatuck-museum-presents-a-grateful-gathering-a-benefit-concert-with-the-mystic-dead/
LOCATION:Mattatuck Museum\, 63 Prospect Street\, Waterbury\, CT\, 06702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Waterbury
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SUMMARY:Chess Lessons at Mattatuck Museum
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe program offers private and semi-private instruction designed for both beginners learning the game and experienced players looking to refresh or strengthen their skills. Lessons focus on strategy\, gameplay\, and developing confidence at the chessboard in a welcoming environment open to all ages. \nThe program is supported by the Connecticut Community Foundation. \nRegistration is required. \nFor registration and more information\, visit Mattatuck Museum
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/chess-lessons-at-mattatuck-museum/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:Mattatuck Museum\, 63 Prospect Street\, Waterbury\, CT\, 06702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Waterbury
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SUMMARY:Ask a Curator #2: Camilo Alvarez at Mattatuck Museum
DESCRIPTION:Visitors can explore contemporary art and engage directly with a guest curator during Ask a Curator #2: Camilo Alvarez on June 13\, 2026 from 11 am to 5 pm at the Mattatuck Museum\, 144 West Main Street\, Waterbury\, CT 06702. \nAlvarez will be available throughout the day inside the Baker Gallery exhibition Ascendancy: The Self in Contemporary Art\, offering visitors the opportunity to ask questions\, discuss featured works\, and learn more about the exhibition’s themes\, artists\, and curatorial process. \nKnown for his work with Samson Projects\, Alvarez brings extensive experience in contemporary art and exhibition development to this interactive gallery experience. \nFor more information\, visit Mattatuck Museum
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/ask-a-curator-2-camilo-alvarez-at-mattatuck-museum/
LOCATION:Mattatuck Museum\, 63 Prospect Street\, Waterbury\, CT\, 06702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Waterbury
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SUMMARY:FREE Admission – Access for All at Mattatuck Museum
DESCRIPTION:The Mattatuck Museum\, 144 West Main Street\, Waterbury\, CT 06702\, offers free admission and special programming during FREE Admission – Access for All on June 13\, 2026 from 11 am to 5 pm. \nHeld on the second Saturday of each month\, the program invites visitors of all ages to explore the museum’s exhibitions\, collections\, and community activities at no cost. Guests can enjoy access to the museum’s art\, history\, and cultural programming in a welcoming and inclusive environment. \nThe program is supported by the Art Bridges Foundation. \nFor more information\, visit Mattatuck Museum
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/free-admission-access-for-all-at-mattatuck-museum/
LOCATION:Mattatuck Museum\, 63 Prospect Street\, Waterbury\, CT\, 06702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Waterbury
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SUMMARY:22nd Annual Connecticut Open House Day at Mattatuck Museum
DESCRIPTION:The Mattatuck Museum will take part in the 22nd Annual Connecticut Open House Day on Saturday\, June 13\, from 11 am to 5 pm with free admission for all visitors through the Access for All initiative supported by Art Bridges. Guests can spend the day exploring a wide range of exhibitions\, interactive experiences\, and conversations with guest curator Camilo Alvarez during Ask A Curator\, available throughout the galleries from 11 am to 5 pm. \nVisitors can experience Ascendancy: The Self in Contemporary Art while engaging directly with the curator\, as well as About Face: 250 Years of American Portraits in the Whittemore & Noonan Galleries. Presented in honor of the nation’s semiquincentennial\, the exhibition examines identity\, citizenship\, and belonging through American portraiture spanning 250 years. Guests can also participate in an interactive portrait selfie station and contribute to a community talk-back wall featured within the exhibition. \nAdditional exhibitions opening June 13 include Psychedelic Splendor: The Concert Art of AJ Masthay & Helen Kennedy in the Munger Gallery and Theodate Pope’s Highfield: A History in the History Gallery. Psychedelic Splendor showcases more than twenty vibrant screen-printed concert posters created for legendary bands including Black Sabbath\, Dave Matthews Band\, Dead & Company\, Foo Fighters\, Goose\, The Grateful Dead\, Pearl Jam\, and Phish. The exhibition highlights the evolving art form of concert poster design through the imaginative work of Connecticut artists AJ Masthay and Helen Kennedy. \nThe Mattatuck Museum is located at 144 West Main Street\, Waterbury\, CT 06702. Admission is free for all guests during the event. For more information\, visit mattmuseum.org.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/22nd-annual-connecticut-open-house-day-at-mattatuck-museum/
LOCATION:Mattatuck Museum\, 63 Prospect Street\, Waterbury\, CT\, 06702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Waterbury
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