Admission to the Lyman Allyn is free on the first Saturday of each month.
Come ready for fun artful learning (be sure to dress for mess).
Free First Saturday
Time: 11 am – 1 pm in the art studio
Cost: Free admission all day
- October 4: Pick and Paint a Pumpkin
- Join us for our annual Pick and Paint a Pumpkin event! Pumpkins are reserved for children only on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Also enjoy a Little Buddies Petting Zoo with Carly’s Critters.
- Fall treats will be available for purchase from Sweet Wave Bakery.
- November 1: Pastel Still Life
- See the special exhibition by area artist Alison Gildersleeve and make your own pastel still life inspired by her work.
- December 6: Winter Wonder Day
- Kick off your December by enjoying free photographs with Santa, winter artmaking, and more!
Free First Saturdays are made possible by Chelsea Groton Bank and the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut.
At Home Activities
We’ve gathered some of our favorite Free First Saturday and Science Saturday activities that families can do at home! Click on a specific project to be brought to the materials/instructions page.Share your projects on social media and use #LymanAllynFromHome.