CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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June
Saturday, June 14
Free Open House
Free Public Tour at 1 pm
Sunday, June 15 from 1-3 pm
Doll Day
On the third Sunday of each month, the Museum will throw open the doors of the Deshon-Allyn House and share its beloved doll and dollhouse collection with the public! This exhibit is a wonderful opportunity for people of all ages to doll up and enjoy the Museum! Please note: visit the Museum reception desk prior to going to the Deshon-Allyn to receive your pass, your Doll I-Spy, and your doll information booklet! Free to Members / $3 for non-members plus admission.
Saturday, June 21 from 1-2 pm
Film: Simon Schama’s Power of Art – Bernini
Watching Simon Schama's Power of Art is like taking an Ivy League course in art appreciation, with the folksy but knowledgeable Schama as guide and interpreter. Free with admission.
Thursday, June 26 from 12-1 pm
Lunchtime Lecture with Education Director Jane Seney
The Lyman Allyn Art Museum in Context: Early American Art
Bring a brown-bag lunch and enjoy a ½ hour lecture on works from the Museum’s collection. Find out about the artists, the different periods of art, and works on view at the Museum. Free to Members / $3 for non-members plus admission.
JULY
Sunday, July 6 from 1-4 pm
Free First Sundays
Film: Simon Schama’s Power of Art – Rembrandt
Watching Simon Schama's Power of Art is like taking an Ivy League course in art appreciation, with the folksy but knowledgeable Schama as guide and interpreter.
Thursday, July 10 from 12-1 pm
Lunchtime Lecture with Education Director Jane Seney
The Lyman Allyn Art Museum in Context: French Baroque and Rococo
Bring a brown-bag lunch and enjoy a ½ hour lecture on works from the Museum’s collection. Find out about the artists, the different periods of art, and works on view at the Museum. Free to Members / $3 for non-members plus admission.
Saturday, July 12 from 1-2 pm
Film: Simon Schama’s Power of Art – David
Watching Simon Schama's Power of Art is like taking an Ivy League course in art appreciation, with the folksy but knowledgeable Schama as guide and interpreter. Free with admission.
Tuesday, July 15 from 11 am – 12 pm
New Parent Gallery Talk
Has your new baby reduced your vocabulary to coos and other nonsensical words? These gallery talks are designed for new parents (with baby in tow) to connect with each other and get a personalized tour of the museum. So pack up the stroller and stop by for some much needed adult conversation! Registration required. To register please call 860-443-2545 x 110. Free to Members / $3 for non-members plus admission.
Saturday, July 19 from 10 – 11 am
Yoga in the Galleries
Join us for a 15 minute gallery talk and 45 minutes of stretching, relaxation, and renewal in the galleries. This class is suitable for adults of all different experience levels. The perfect way to start your weekend! Registration required. To register please call 860-443-2545 x 110. $5 for Members / $10 for non-members.
Sunday, July 20 from 1-3 pm
Doll Day
On the third Sunday of each month, the Museum will throw open the doors of the Deshon-Allyn House and share its beloved doll and dollhouse collection with the public! This exhibit is a wonderful opportunity for people of all ages to doll up and enjoy the Museum! Please note: visit the Museum reception desk prior to going to the Deshon-Allyn to receive your pass, your Doll I-Spy, and your doll information booklet! Free to Members / $3 for non-members plus admission.
Thursday, July 24 from 12-1 pm
Lunchtime Lecture with Education Director Jane Seney
The Lyman Allyn Art Museum in Context: French Impressionism and American Impressionism
Bring a brown-bag lunch and enjoy a ½ hour lecture on works from the Museum’s collection. Find out about the artists, the different periods of art, and works on view at the Museum. Free to Members / $3 for non-members plus admission.
Saturday, July 26 from 1-2 pm
Film: Simon Schama’s Power of Art – Turner
Watching Simon Schama's Power of Art is like taking an Ivy League course in art appreciation, with the folksy but knowledgeable Schama as guide and interpreter. Free with admission.
AUGUST
Sunday, August 3 from 1-4 pm
Free First Sundays
Film: Simon Schama’s Power of Art – Van Gogh
Watching Simon Schama's Power of Art is like taking an Ivy League course in art appreciation, with the folksy but knowledgeable Schama as guide and interpreter. Free with admission.
Thursday, August 7 from 12-1 pm
Lunchtime Lecture with Education Director Jane Seney
The Lyman Allyn Art Museum in Context: Post-Impressionism
Bring a brown-bag lunch and enjoy a ½ hour lecture on works from the Museum’s collection. Find out about the artists, the different periods of art, and works on view at the Museum. Free to Members / $3 for non-members plus admission.
Saturday, August 9 from 1-2 pm
Film: Simon Schama’s Power of Art – Picasso
Watching Simon Schama's Power of Art is like taking an Ivy League course in art appreciation, with the folksy but knowledgeable Schama as guide and interpreter. Free with admission.
Saturday, August 16 from 10 – 11 am
Yoga in the Galleries
Join us for a 15 minute gallery talk and 45 minutes of stretching, relaxation, and renewal in the galleries. This class is suitable for adults of all different experience levels. The perfect way to start your weekend! Registration required. To register please call 860-443-2545 x 110. $5 for Members / $10 for non-members.
Sunday, August 17 from 1-3 pm
Doll Day
On the third Sunday of each month, the Museum will throw open the doors of the Deshon-Allyn House and share its beloved doll and dollhouse collection with the public! This exhibit is a wonderful opportunity for people of all ages to doll up and enjoy the Museum! Please note: visit the Museum reception desk prior to going to the Deshon-Allyn to receive your pass, your Doll I-Spy, and your doll information booklet! Free to Members / $3 for non-members plus admission.
Tuesday, August 19 from 11 am – 12 pm
New Parent Gallery Talk
Has your new baby reduced your vocabulary to coos and other nonsensical words? These gallery talks are designed for new parents (with baby in tow) to connect with each other and get a personalized tour of the museum. So pack up the stroller and stop by for some much needed adult conversation! Registration required. To register please call 860-443-2545 x 110. Free to Members / $3 for non-members plus admission.
Thursday, August 21 from 12-1 pm
Lunchtime Lecture with Education Director Jane Seney
The Lyman Allyn Art Museum in Context: 20th-Century Art
Bring a brown-bag lunch and enjoy a ½ hour lecture on works from the Museum’s collection. Find out about the artists, the different periods of art, and works on view at the Museum. Free to Members / $3 for non-members plus admission.
Saturday, August 23 from 1-2
Film: Simon Schama’s Power of Art – Rothko
Watching Simon Schama's Power of Art is like taking an Ivy League course in art appreciation, with the folksy but knowledgeable Schama as guide and interpreter. Free with admission.
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Allyn Art Museum 625
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, CT 06320
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