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A Tin Can on a String: Conversations from the Collection

May 16 – August 9

DOROTHEA LANGE:
Life Work

February 21 – May 3, 2026

Louis Comfort Tiffany in New London

Permanent Exhibition

American Perspectives

Permanent Exhibition

Museum Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Saturday: 10 am – 5 pm
Sunday: 1 – 5 pm

Last entry to the Museum is at 4 pm.
New London residents are always free!

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Giving

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Explore the Galleries

2026 Student Pop-Up Exhibitions

Varying dates
Presenting K–12 student artwork from area schools in the Lehman Auditorium, inviting students, families, teachers, and art lovers of all ages to explore the pop-up shows.

DOROTHEA LANGE: Life Work

February 21 – May 3, 2026
Through 50 remarkable photographs, this exhibition traces Dorthea Lange’s dynamic life and career, focusing on her renowned images of the Great Depression.

American Perspectives

Ongoing
American Perspectives celebrates the arts of America from colonial times through the 20th century, often through the lens of Connecticut and specifically New London County.

Upcoming Events

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Upcoming Exhibitions

Marking a Milestone: Sam Quigley to Retire as Director

The Lyman Allyn Art Museum announced on April 9 that after a remarkable and deeply impactful tenure, Director Sam Quigley has shared his intention to retire in early summer 2026, concluding 12 years of visionary leadership.

Read the full press release here

Search the Collection

We are currently undertaking a comprehensive inventory and assessment of collections and digitization of collections records, made possible by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. As a result of the inventory and digitization project, the Museum provides access to a portion of our permanent collection online, creating a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone unable to visit the Museum in person.

Search the Collection

The Arts & Culture App

Explore the Lyman Allyn with our free mobile guide on Bloomberg Connects.

The Bloomberg Connects app, available for download from Google Play or the App Store, makes the Lyman Allyn accessible for either onsite or offsite visits through photo, audio and video features offering insights into your favorite works of art, permanent and changing exhibitions, and educational resources.

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Lyman Allyn Park

Lyman Allyn Park, a 12-acre urban green space, will serve as an arts-focused regional gathering place where visitors can experience sculpture in natural settings and engage with environmental learning, strengthening Lyman Allyn’s role as a cultural hub for the community and a major attraction in southeastern Connecticut.

Learning Resources

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Group Experiences

The Museum’s exhibitions offer a wide range of learning experiences for groups of all ages.

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