A collection of places where art inspires and lives in each of us. Whether wandering a gallery or sitting on your front porch, art is there if you look closely. Let this inspire you to look a little longer at the beauty and awe in the everyday-ness of life.
April 10, 2026
"heal your soul" art adventures
Family Day:Poetry in Motion
April 11, 2026
11am–3pm
Bring the whole crew for an interactive, art-filled Family Day at AMP. Start with live music story time at 11, explore the mural with scavenger hunts and more hands-on games at noon, then jump into a playful poetry experience at 12:30—because turns out, everyone’s a poet (even if you don't know it).FREE admission for families!
Distinguished Lecture | "Becoming Roy Lichtenstein: The Path to Pop" with Avis Berman Saturday, April 11, 2 p.m.
Sullivan Lecture Series Fund
Join Avis Berman for a Distinguished Lecture on artist Roy Lichtenstein, whose work Sea Shore (1964) is currently on view at the Museum in Pop! American Art in the 1960s.
Avis Berman is a writer, curator, and historian of American art, architecture, and culture. She is the author of numerous books including Rebels on Eighth Street: Juliana Forceand the Whitney Museum of American Art; James McNeill Whistler; and Edward Hopper's New York. She was also co-author and editor of Katharine Kuh's memoir, My Love Affair with Modern Art: Behind the Scenes with a Legendary Curator. Since 2001, Avis Berman has overseen the Roy Lichtenstein Foundation's oral history project.
Sunday Music Series | Anthony Carabello Quartet Sunday, April 12, 3 p.m.
The Museum's longstanding monthly concert series features local & regional performances from a variety of musical genres.
Anthony Carabello is a guitarist hailing from West Hartford who brings his influences of jazz, blues, hip-hop and other music to the bandstand. Graduating from the ‘Jackie McLean institute’ at the University of Hartford, studying with notable musicians such as Javon Jackson, Zaccai Curtis, Nat Reeves to name a few. Anthony plays with the intention of supporting his fellow musicians and to help curate the best vibe possible. He is constantly looking for opportunities to create connections and help promote creative arts and artists!
Concert attendees must register at the Front Desk upon arrival.
Say goodbye to the winter blues and welcome spring with a day full of color, creativity, and discovery! Scroll down to see the list of family-friendly fun.
ART MAKING, 10AM-2PM
Soar Away: Let your imagination take flight and design a rainbow-inspired kite to take home.
Floral Finds: Repeat bold shapes and patterns to decorate a custom papier-mache flowerpot.
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS, 10AM-12:45PM
Picnic Capers: Join our friends from the Connecticut Science Center and become a wildlife detective, where you will examine tracks, feathers, bite marks, and even scat to solve a picnic mystery.
TOUR, 12:15PM
The skies are blue, bugs are crawling, and colorful flowers are in bloom!
Grab a complimentary bag of popcorn and stay for a free screening of Flow (2024). In a flooding world, a solitary cat is forced to navigate an uncertain journey alongside a group of unlikely companions.
*Sensory-Friendly Cinema is a comfortable movie experience with lights up, sound down, and the freedom to move around.
Reminder - Susan Saralegui Filosa - The FoxSpell Series: Companion in Grief opens Saturday Exhibition opening Saturday, April 11, 2 pm - 4 pm
You're invited to join us this Saturday, April 11 from 2 pm - 4 pm for the exhibition opening reception for Susan Saralegui Filosa's exhibition TheFoxSpell Series: Companion in Grief.
These multi-layered prints are based on Susan's experiences in Front Range Mountains of Colorado. They merit contemplation and spark conversation, and we look forward to living with them for the run of the exhibition. We hope you will visit.
As usual, there is no admission charge, and all are welcome. The exhibition will be on view weekdays through July 2.
Still River Editions
128 East Liberty Street
Danbury, CT06810
Connecticut Women Artists
Art League of New Britain
30 Cedar Street, New Britain, CT 06052
April 4 – May 1, 2026
Opening Reception: Saturday, April 11, 1 - 3pm
Artist, Juror Janet Warner selected 113 member works from 257 entries, the largest number of participating member artists, a reflection of the excitement, momentum, and remarkable talent that define CWA members.
Find me at The Clark on Sunday 4/12, come visit my table! ~Anita
Artists’ Books Day is an annual celebration at the Clark honoring the library’s diverse collection of over 5000 artists’ books. Artists’ books are works of art inspired by the form or concept of a book. They can take the form of a traditional book or challenge the boundaries of what a book can be!
Artists’ Books Day features a full line-up of free activities as well as free admission to the galleries all day, including two special exhibitions that feature artists’ books, Raffaella della Olga: Typescripts and Sónia Almeida: Stages.
Schedule
Clark Book Expo
11 am–4 pm
Michael Conforti Pavilion
The Clark presents its second annual Book Expo, featuring regional artists and artists’ book publishers.
Enjoy free admission all day and special activities from 11 am–4 pm including our second annual Book Expo, curator-led tours, a pop-up exhibition, art-making activities, and talk with author Lucy Ives.
"Everything has its beauty, but not everyone sees it."
Andy Warhol
Passages Exhibition: Artist Talk with Susan Clinard & Fethi Meghelli Sunday, April 12 / 1 - 3 pm / Hilles Gallery
Join us in the Hilles Gallery for Passages, a powerful exhibition by Susan Clinard and Fethi Meghelli, on view through April 18. This deeply reflective show explores themes of displacement, memory, and resilience through the lens of two artists whose lives and practices have been shaped across cultures and continents.
Don’t miss a special moderated Artist Talk on Sunday, April 12 from 1–3 pm, offering a rare opportunity to hear directly from both artists about the nearly two-decade journey that led to this meaningful collaboration. Together, they will reflect on their individual practices, the evolution of their shared dialogue, and the process of bringing Passages to life.
Edible Book Tea Sunday, April 26 | 1– 4 pm | Hilles Gallery Set Up Show 1 - 2 pm / View the Show 2- 3 pm / Eat the Show 3 - 4pm
Join us for one of Creative Arts Workshop’s most imaginative and delicious traditions: the annual Edible Book Tea, organized by Book Arts Department Head Paulette Rosen. Part of the international Edible Book Festival, this whimsical event invites participants to transform books, characters, and literary themes into edible creations—often with delightfully “punny” results.
Whether sweet or savory, these edible works of art are displayed, admired, and then enjoyed together over tea. You don’t need to bring a dish to attend—just a love of creativity, food, and community. All are welcome to this free and festive celebration of the culinary and literary arts.
INSTANTIATIONS
Sunday, April 12, 2:30 pm
Hartford Ballroom, 56 Arbor Street
General $15 / RAW Members $12 / Students $8
From left to right: photo of Melanie Dyer by Mariana Meraz, photo of Solomon Caldwell
by Taylor Rossi, photo of Joe Morris by Stephen Malagodi
Instantiations is an improvised music series curated by superb guitarist, bassist, improviser, composer, and educator Joe Morris.
Robert Sweeney's solo exhibition is now on view at William Baczek Fine Arts until Saturday, April 18.
William Baczek | 36 Main St. | Northampton, MA 01060 US
Color Local, a new art gallery, is opening in
New Haven with a solo exhibition by Jerry Montoya
Where: Color Local Exhibition Space
When: March 20-April 24, 2026
Location: 315 Peck St., Building 3, 1st Floor, Studio D (Entrance is through the street level door on Peck St.)
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Hours: Tues, Wed, Thurs, 12-4 and by appointment.
Jenny Krauss is proud to announce the opening of an exhibition space at Erector Square, the sprawling complex that houses artist’s studios. The gallery will inaugurate the space with “Everyday Notes,” an exhibition of drawings by Jerry Montoya. The opening reception will be held from 6-8pm on March 20th and the show will run through April 24th.
“Jerry Montoya and his work perfectly embody the vision I have for this space,” said Jenny Krauss, Founder and Director of Color Local. Jerry is a talented portraitist who doesn’t let a day go by without finishing a drawing of himself or a family member. Using graphite pencils and an eraser, he draws on 3”x3” Post-it notes. He’s been doing this for years and has amassed hundreds of images, 287 of which will cover the gallery’s walls.
About Color Local:
Located where Fair Haven meets East Rock, Color Local is a passion project for Jenny Krauss. Following the sale of her textile company this past January, Krauss decided to repurpose her former workspace to create a gallery. By hosting rotating exhibitions and events, the gallery will serve as a creative hub for the community.
About Jerry Montoya:
As the child of Colombian immigrants and one of seven siblings, Jerry grew up facing economic hardship in Stamford, CT. From a young age, his talent was recognized by his peers and teachers, eventually earning him a scholarship to the Lyme Academy of Fine Arts. There, he received a traditional education in figurative drawing and painting. While navigating the professional art world, Jerry has held various positions and currently serves as a substitute teacher in the Connecticut public school system.
A performing arts networking event for candid conversation about building sustainable careers in the performing arts. Free. Space is limited and registration is required.
For those in need: a travel stipend is available via application –apply here
Explore cultural heritage art forms through our Common Ground series! Join us at the Museum with Kathak dancer Rachna Agrawal and Flamenco dancer Yohanna Escamilla, as they demonstrate and discuss their dance traditions.
Where do we find Common Ground? In this series, we bring together artists who practice art forms rooted in different cultural traditions to demonstrate their work, share with one another, and discuss their similarities and differences.This program is generously supported by the Auerbach Schiro Foundation.
Join us for the opening reception of our new exhibition, Rebellious.
Spend an evening at the Museum to hear from the exhibition developers, enjoy refreshments and entertainment, and be among the first to experience this new exhibition up close.
Ascendancy: the self in contemporary art explores the conceptual framework that holds space for creative permission, serving as an outlet for artistic exploration and a platform for the reclaiming of personal agency. Guest curator, Camilo Alvarez, has brought together 105 contemporary works to be in conversation with one another to dismantle stereotypes and redefine notions of femininity within the context of historical and current social structures.
Art Opps:
🗓️ Event Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
📍 Location: 91 Cowls Road, North Amherst, MA
⏰ Time: 10AM–4PM | No rain date.
📌 Application Deadline: May 15, 2026
✅ Acceptance Communicated by May 22, 2026
🌟 LGBTQIA+ artists & food vendors especially encouraged to apply!
🖼️ Limited spots – curated to keep the vibe amazing!
LAND(SCAPE) A Call for Works About the Space the Earth Provides
Entry Fee: $45 for up to three entries. $5 per each additional entry. Works may be listed as not for sale. If offered for sale, the artist receives 70%. Each exhibiting artist is awarded a $50 cash honorarium. Each exhibited work is eligible for the $1,000 Grand Jury Award for the exhibition period.
For LAND(SCAPE), Manifest invites artists, designers, architects, and image-makers to submit works for a juried exhibition exploring Landscape. Submissions may range from the most traditional to the most conceptual. Work may address rural, urban, cultivated, industrial, interior, atmospheric, ecological, or imagined terrains. Scale may be intimate or vast. The only criteria is a clear engagement with landscape as condition, as the physical and perceptual space that holds human experience.
Final Deadline: April 19, 2026 For complete details and to apply online visit: http://www.manifestgallery.org/landscape
3. EXTENDED DEADLINE: April 19, 2026 (gallery exhibition)
SUB(SCAPE) A Call for Works About What Lies Beneath
Entry Fee: $45 for up to three entries. $5 per each additional entry. Works may be listed as not for sale. If offered for sale, the artist receives 70%. Each exhibiting artist is awarded a $50 cash honorarium. Each exhibited work is eligible for the $1,000 Grand Jury Award for the exhibition period.
SUB(SCAPE) invites artists to submit works that examine what underlies the visible: the structural, psychological, geological, social, mechanical, or conceptual systems that sustain, complicate, or destabilize the world above. Submissions may explore literal depth or metaphorical interiority. They may address hidden frameworks, buried histories, private motivations, unseen labor, or invisible forces.
Showing alongside LAND(SCAPE), a consideration of the space the Earth provides, SUB(SCAPE) turns attention to what lies beneath.
Final Deadline: April 19, 2026 For complete details and to apply online visit: http://www.manifestgallery.org/subscape
Artist Opportunity!
Our friends at Waypoint Spirits in Bloomfield are looking for local Artists to display their work in the tap room.
Interested in showcasing your work in the community?
Email Chris Lazich at clazich@drinkwaypoint.com or call/text 860-559-3788 for more info!
Call for Clothing, Artisan, Food, Beverage, Civic Engagement, and ALL Vendors for
Hartford Bonanza 2026!
Join us at Hartford Bonanza this July 4th! Whether you’re a new or returning vendor, we would love to have you this year in front of thousands in Bushnell Park.
On April 25th, On Earth is happening on Pratt Street. If you love the Earth and you’re interested in being a part of it, fill out our application to become a vendor!
Charmed marks the third year of Femme Locale in western MA - and the third time’s a charm!
We’re inviting local women and non-binary artists to explore charm as magic, strategy, power, or survival. In a world designed by and for men, how do we shape outcomes, assert control, or bend reality-subtly or boldly-through skill, wit, allure, or force!
Application deadline: April 15.
Exhibit runs May - June in The Front Window Gallery at The Local Art Gallery.
Application Open for Studios at MASS MoCA Residencies
Fellowships & Financial Aid Available
Our open call for residencies from January to June 2026 is available now through May 1, 2026.
We welcome applications from artists at all career stages, income levels, and geographic locations. We primarily seek applications from visual artists (painters, sculptors, installation artists, photographers, video/new media artists, fiber artists, printmakers, etc.) and writers in all literary discipline. It is free to apply.
