Free First Saturday
Come ready for fun artful learning (be sure to dress for mess!).
Time: 11 am – 1 pm in the art studio
Cost: Free admission all day
- May 4: Brenda P.
- Celebrate the final weekend of the special portraits by Barkley L. Hendricks on loan from Art Bridges. Take inspiration from Brenda P.‘s iconic outfit, and create something using the color RED!
- June 1: Primary Painting
- Enjoy the abstract design of Connecticut artist Power Boothe before creating your own painting using primary colors.
- July 6: Under my Umbrella
- It is great to have fun in the sun, but be sure to relax in some shade as well! Make your own Beach Umbrella collage for July’s Free First Saturday.
- August 3: Pathway Prints
- Take inspiration from the work of Imna Arroyo and her special exhibition Opening Paths. Make a foam print that reflects your ideas of destiny.
- September 7: Palette Knife Painting
- Did you know that artists don’t always use brushes to paint? Try out painting with a palette knife and other art room tools.
Free First Saturdays are made possible by Chelsea Groton Bank.
Science Saturday
This fun drop-in program encourages participants to explore the intersections between art and science.
Time: 11 am – 1 pm in the art studio
Cost: Free with Museum admission
- April 20: Super Subs
- Be inspired by Beatrice Cuming’s 1944 painting of Chubb, a submarine being built at area company Electric Boat. Learn about the functions of submarines and design your own super, or silly, sub.
- May 18: Earth Fest- Offsite Science Saturday!
- Find the table at the Earthfest CT 2024 event at McCook Point Park in East Lyme, CT. This free family event celebrates the idea that Earth Day is Every Day! Learn more on their site: https://www.earthdayeverydayct.org/ . At Lyman Allyn’s spot, learn about different types and the science behind clouds. Explore the different images of clouds depicted in Lyman Allyn’s collections. Create a cloud to take home with you.
- June 15: Geometric Sun Catchers
- Gain inspiration from the geometric designs by painter and printmaker Power Booth. Make your own sun catcher to celebrate shapes, colors, and light.
Science Saturdays are made possible by Pfizer Inc. and Groton Laboratories.
Due to changes in grant funding, Science Saturday will not continue after June 2024. Thank you to Pfizer and our wonderful participants for great STEAM fun over the years.
May 2024
Free First Saturday
Join us in the art studio from 11 am – 1 pm and create an artwork that represents Primary Painting. Enjoy the abstract design of Connecticut artist Power Boothe before creating your own painting using primary colors. While you’re here, explore the Museum and enjoy ongoing exhibits. Fun for the whole family! Walk-ins for the […]
Science Saturday
This fun drop-in program encourages participants to explore the intersections between art and science. May 18: Creative Clouds Come learn about different types and the science behind clouds. Explore the different images of clouds depicted in Lyman Allyn’s collections. Create a cloud to take home with you by spiraling paper. -Sponsored by Pfizer Inc. and Groton […]
June 2024
Free First Saturday
Join us in the art studio from 11 am – 1 pm and create an artwork that represents Making Your Mark! Learn about different kind of mark making by creating a painting without a brush! Experiment with different tools and materials in your work. While you’re here, explore the Museum and enjoy ongoing exhibits. Fun […]
Science Saturday
This fun drop-in program encourages participants to explore the intersections between art and science. June 15: Geometric Sun Catchers Gain inspiration from the geometric designs by painter and printmaker Power Booth. Make your own sun catcher to celebrate shapes, colors, and light. -Sponsored by Pfizer Inc. and Groton Labs-
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