Explore the story of Highfield, a Middlebury estate designed by pioneering Connecticut architect Theodate Pope Riddle for Joseph and Elizabeth Chamberlain in 1911–1914. Family album photographs from the Chamberlains’ early years at the estate and materials related to Pope’s English Arts and Crafts style highlight her design and career. Pope became one of the first ... Read more
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
Bank of America, Merrill, and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders can enjoy free general admission to the Mattatuck Museum during the Museums on Us program, held on the first full weekend of every month. On the first Saturday of the month, participating guests can visit the Museum from 11 am to 5 pm at ... Read more
Young artists can explore their creativity during Kid’s Art Workshop: The World I Painted at the Mattatuck Museum on Saturday, November 7, from noon to 1 pm. Inspired by Waterbury painter Franne Davids, participants will use paint and canvas to reimagine folk art and create imaginative scenes that reflect how they see the world. The ... Read more
Teens can explore photography and painting in a creative workshop at the Mattatuck Museum on Saturday, November 7, from 2 to 3:30 pm. Participants will take cityscape photographs and use ... Read more
Teachers, parents, and anyone who has experienced life in a classroom can enjoy an evening of relatable comedy during the Bored Teachers: Is It Friday Yet?! Comedy Tour at the ... Read more
