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Families can explore their creative side during Hands-On Creativity at the Florence Griswold Museum, offered Sundays from September 27 through November 1, 2026, from 11 am to 4 pm. Visitors can drop into the Museum’s Education Center for a fun Gemstone Station crafting project inspired by the Wee Faerie Village’s sparkling theme. The program offers ... Read more
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Art enthusiasts and design lovers can gather for Art of Design at Bruce Museum on Monday, September 28, from 11:30 am–1:30 pm. The event features a luncheon and panel discussion benefiting the Bruce Museum. Featured speaker Ippolita Rostagno, Founder and Chief Creative Officer at IPPOLITA and Co-Founder and Creative Director at Artemest, will be in ... Read more |
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Young children and their caregivers can discover what makes autumn special during Bruce Beginnings: Fall Colors at Bruce Museum. The program takes place Tuesday, September 29, from 10–10:45 am and 11–11:45 am, and Wednesday, September 30, from 3–3:45 pm. Through a picture book, gallery tour, and hands-on craft, children will explore the colors of fall ... Read more
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Arthur C. Brooks will present “Finding Meaning in an Age of Emptiness: An Evening With Arthur C. Brooks” as part of the Philip I. Eliasoph Open VISIONS Forum on Tuesday, September 29, at 7:30 pm at the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts. Brooks is an American author and academic, newly appointed as a ... Read more |
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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, 2026, from 1 to 3 pm. Drawing from his latest book, Audrey Hepburn: A Life of Beautiful Uncertainty, Santopietro offers a fresh and deeply personal ... Read more
Young children and their caregivers can discover what makes autumn special during Bruce Beginnings: Fall Colors at Bruce Museum. The program takes place Tuesday, September 29, from 10–10:45 am and 11–11:45 am, and Wednesday, September 30, from 3–3:45 pm. Through a picture book, gallery tour, and hands-on craft, children will explore the colors of fall ... Read more |
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The Art + Design Gala Reception 2026 opens an annual exhibition pairing local interior design professionals with artists from Metro Art Studios. Designers will create their own interpretations of a “white room challenge,” highlighting their design styles while showcasing fine art as a focal point in an interior setting. The gala reception takes place Saturday, ... Read more |
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Children and families can combine science and art during Science Solvers: Chemical Reaction Paintings at Bruce Museum on Sunday, October 4, from 1–3 pm. Inspired by A Great Breach in Nature: Aerial Photography by J Henry Fair, participants will experiment with colorful chemical reactions to create unique works of art while exploring the connection between ... Read more
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The Weston History & Culture Center will explore the contributions and experiences of Algonkian peoples during the American Revolution with Loyalty and Zeal: Algonkians of the Revolution on Sunday, October 4, from 2 pm to 4 pm. Guests can stop by anytime during the program for a demonstration and discussion led by Drew Shuptar-Rayvis, a ... Read more
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Photographer J Henry Fair will explore the connection between visual information and scientific understanding during Experiences at the Bruce: Art Explains Science with J Henry Fair at Bruce Museum on Sunday, October 4, from 6:15–7:30 pm. Fair will discuss how humans comprehend visual information much faster than written or verbal information and how his photography ... Read more |
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Young children and their caregivers can explore the colorful and glittering world of minerals during Bruce Beginnings: Geode Painting at Bruce Museum. The program takes place Tuesday, October 6, from 10–10:45 am and 11–11:45 am, and Wednesday, October 7, from 3–3:45 pm. Through a picture book, gallery tour, and hands-on geode-inspired craft, children will discover ... Read more |
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Young children and their caregivers can explore the colorful and glittering world of minerals during Bruce Beginnings: Geode Painting at Bruce Museum. The program takes place Tuesday, October 6, from 10–10:45 am and 11–11:45 am, and Wednesday, October 7, from 3–3:45 pm. Through a picture book, gallery tour, and hands-on geode-inspired craft, children will discover ... Read more 
Writers of all experience levels are invited to connect, share ideas, and develop their craft at the Written Word Writers Group, held on the first Wednesday of every month from 7 pm to 9 pm at the Firehouse Gallery. Hosted by the Milford Arts Council, this monthly gathering provides a welcoming environment for poets, novelists, ... Read more |
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Step into a whimsical world of creativity during Art•Bar Happy Hour: Bespoke Faerie Dwelling #1 on Thursday, October 8, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. This adult crafting event with Julie Garvin-Riggs, Manager of Youth Education and Outreach, invites participants to create an enchanted dwelling inspired by the magical world of faeries. The evening offers ... Read more
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The archaeological evidence behind New England’s historic vampire folklore will be explored in a virtual presentation by Dr. Nicholas F. Bellantoni, Connecticut state archaeologist emeritus. The program examines cases from the late 18th and 19th centuries when corpses were exhumed and altered in attempts to stop the spread of consumption, the historical term for pulmonary ... Read more |
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The performing arts take on an interactive twist during the free Immersive Art Fest at The Bushnell on Sunday, October 11, 2026, beginning at noon. Part of Theater Week, this family-friendly celebration invites guests to explore a variety of immersive arts experiences inspired by a journey through outer space. The event features a screening of ... Read more |
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Young children and their caregivers can explore circles, patterns, and the sun during Bruce Beginnings: Circles in Art at Bruce Museum. The program takes place Tuesday, October 13, from 10–10:45 am and 11–11:45 am, and Wednesday, October 14, from 3–3:45 pm. Inspired by Rohini Devasher: Solar Poetics, the program introduces children to the museum’s collections ... Read more |
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Young children and their caregivers can explore circles, patterns, and the sun during Bruce Beginnings: Circles in Art at Bruce Museum. The program takes place Tuesday, October 13, from 10–10:45 am and 11–11:45 am, and Wednesday, October 14, from 3–3:45 pm. Inspired by Rohini Devasher: Solar Poetics, the program introduces children to the museum’s collections ... Read more
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The dramatic story of a Revolutionary-era statue and its connection to Wilton takes center stage in a presentation by University of Delaware professor Wendy Bellion. The program explores the 1776 destruction of the equestrian statue of King George III in New York and Wilton’s role in what happened to its remains. On July 9, 1776, ... Read more 
Local artists are invited to connect, collaborate, and share ideas at Artist-2-Artist, a monthly gathering hosted by the Milford Arts Council. Held on the second Wednesday of each month from 7 pm to 9 pm at the Firehouse Gallery, this affinity group provides a welcoming space for artists to engage with fellow creatives and strengthen ... Read more |
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An evening of crafting, light fare and libations takes shape during Art•Bar Happy Hour: Bespoke Faerie Dwelling #2 on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the Florence Griswold Museum. Led by Julie Garvin-Riggs, Manager of Youth Education and Outreach, this adult crafting event invites participants to create an enchanted abode inspired ... Read more
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The mysterious story of The Leatherman, one of Connecticut’s most enduring legendary figures, comes to life in a presentation by Connecticut storyteller and podcaster Mike Allen. During the late 1800s, The Leatherman reportedly traveled a 364-mile circuitous route through Connecticut and New York every 34 days, following a routine so consistent that residents could anticipate ... Read more
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New York Times bestselling author Martha Hall Kelly discusses her writing career, creative process and the inspiration behind her acclaimed novels during an intimate author conversation at Palace Theater on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 7 to 9 pm. The discussion is moderated by Scot Haney. Kelly is the author of Lilac Girls, Lost Roses, ... Read more |
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The magic of sculpture comes to life during Conjuring Faeries from Clay on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 11 am to 3 pm at the Florence Griswold Museum. Advanced sculpture students from Lyme Academy in Old Lyme will demonstrate how they transform clay into imaginative faerie figures. Visitors can watch the artists work and see ... Read more |
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Children and families can explore their creativity during Art Adventures: Cardboard Creatures at Bruce Museum on Sunday, October 18, from 1–3 pm. Participants can create their own articulated cardboard creature inspired by the imaginative sculptures of David Butler. The hands-on activity encourages young artists to experiment with shapes, movement, and creative design. Art Adventures is ... Read more |
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Young children and their caregivers can explore what makes autumn special during Bruce Beginnings: All the Leaves are Falling Down at Bruce Museum. The program takes place Tuesday, October 20, from 10–10:45 am and 11–11:45 am, and Wednesday, October 21, from 3–3:45 pm. Through a picture book, gallery tour, and hands-on craft, children will discover ... Read more |
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Young children can explore the colors, shapes, and textures of fall leaves through song, movement, and a hands-on sensory activity during Bruce Beginnings Junior: Fall Leaves at Bruce Museum on Wednesday, October 21, from 10–10:45 am. Designed specifically for children ages 12–30 months and their caregivers, this interactive program offers a fun way to explore ... Read more
Young children and their caregivers can explore what makes autumn special during Bruce Beginnings: All the Leaves are Falling Down at Bruce Museum. The program takes place Tuesday, October 20, from 10–10:45 am and 11–11:45 am, and Wednesday, October 21, from 3–3:45 pm. Through a picture book, gallery tour, and hands-on craft, children will discover ... Read more
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Historian Matt Warshauer explores the role of the Connecticut River during the American Revolution in When the CT River Decided the Revolution on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, from 6 to 7 pm. Part of the Connecticut River Museum’s Live from the Boathouse! series, this lecture examines the importance of the Connecticut River during a pivotal ... Read more |
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Children and families can combine science and art during Science Solvers: Chemical Reaction Paintings at Bruce Museum on Sunday, October 25, from 1–3 pm. Inspired by A Great Breach in Nature: Aerial Photography by J Henry Fair, participants will experiment with colorful chemical reactions to create unique works of art while exploring the connection between ... Read more |
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Young children and their caregivers can explore the fascinating world of spiders during Bruce Beginnings: Spider Webs at Bruce Museum. The program takes place Tuesday, October 27, from 10–10:45 am and 11–11:45 am, and Wednesday, October 28, from 3–3:45 pm. Through a picture book, gallery tour, and hands-on craft, children can learn more about spiders ... Read more |
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Young children can explore the fascinating world of spiders through song, movement, and a hands-on sensory activity during Bruce Beginnings Junior: Spider Webs at Bruce Museum on Wednesday, October 28, from 10–10:45 am. Designed specifically for children ages 12–30 months and their caregivers, this interactive program offers a fun way to explore the museum and ... Read more
Young children and their caregivers can explore the fascinating world of spiders during Bruce Beginnings: Spider Webs at Bruce Museum. The program takes place Tuesday, October 27, from 10–10:45 am and 11–11:45 am, and Wednesday, October 28, from 3–3:45 pm. Through a picture book, gallery tour, and hands-on craft, children can learn more about spiders ... Read more
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The MAC Member Show opens with a reception celebrating the work of Milford Arts Council member artists. Guests can view the exhibition while spending time with family, friends and participating artists. The opening reception will take place at 6 pm on Thursday, October 28, 2026, at MAC Downtown, located at 40 Railroad Avenue in Milford. ... Read more |
