Events

We invite you to take part in the last lecture of our fall 2023 art history series centered around nature through different times and places with our guest lecturer Dr. Robert Baldwin, Associate Professor of Art History, Connecticut College. Lectures begin at 5:30 pm. Light food and drink will be served. To register, call 860.443.2545 […] ...

Oh, what fun! Join us for a family-friendly festive holiday party at the Museum. We have plenty of holiday fun planned throughout the evening: Warm up at the hot chocolate bar with all the fixings Listen to live music in the library by Jim Davidson  Meet Lynn Anderson, author of “The Flying Horses of Watch […] ...

This fun drop-in program, designed for children ages 7-11, encourages participants to explore the intersections between art and science. December 16: The Science of Snowflakes Explore the beauty and science behind snowflakes as the winter solstice approaches, create a fun snowflake themed suncatcher. -Sponsored by Pfizer Inc. and Groton Labs- ...

Stories from the Park: Island Affairs of the Thames The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is pleased to partner with the Thames River Heritage Park to host their 2024 lecture series, Stories from the Park: Island Affairs of the Thames.  Inspired by “The Power of Place” in the Spring 2023 issue of ConnecticutExplored, Thames River Heritage Park’s […] ...

Join us in the art studio from 11 am – 1 pm and create an artwork that represents Nature Watercolors. Take inspiration from the exhibition featuring artwork by Elizabeth Enders. Then, use watercolors to make a bright watercolor painting of nature. While you’re here, explore the Museum and enjoy ongoing exhibits. Fun for the whole family! […] ...

Celebrate the final weekend of Elizabeth Enders: A Different Time, A Different Place by joining the artist for an afternoon of making cards and Valentines. Elizabeth Enders enjoys applying her artistic practice into many different forms, including the creation of cards, postcards, and Valentines. Join her in this drop-in activity and make a card using mixed materials. […] ...

This fun drop-in program encourages participants to explore the intersections between art and science. January 20: Wild Prints Come and learn the technique behind the art of printmaking inspired by artist Norma Morgan. See her prints of natural environments, then create your own print. -Sponsored by Pfizer Inc. and Groton Labs- ...

Join us in the art studio from 11 am – 1 pm and create an artwork that represents Enchanted Lands. See the wondrous worlds made by artist Norma Morgan. Make your own landscape with a special “mad lib” twist. While you’re here, explore the Museum and enjoy ongoing exhibits. Fun for the whole family! Walk-ins […] ...

Stories from the Park: Island Affairs of the Thames The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is pleased to partner with the Thames River Heritage Park to host their 2024 lecture series, Stories from the Park: Island Affairs of the Thames.  Inspired by “The Power of Place” in the Spring 2023 issue of ConnecticutExplored, Thames River Heritage Park’s […] ...

This fun drop-in program encourages participants to explore the intersections between art and science. February 17: Cubic Bubbles Beat the winter blues with BUBBLES! Put your design skills to the test as you learn about tensile structures while creating your very own 3D bubble wand. -Sponsored by Pfizer Inc. and Groton Labs- ...

Join us in the art studio from 11 am – 1 pm and create an artwork that represents Cityscapes. Learn about American Precisionism through the artwork of Beatrice Cuming. Take inspiration from her scenes to create your own mixed material cityscape. While you’re here, explore the Museum and enjoy ongoing exhibits. Fun for the whole […] ...

Stories from the Park: Island Affairs of the Thames The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is pleased to partner with the Thames River Heritage Park to host their 2024 lecture series, Stories from the Park: Island Affairs of the Thames.  Inspired by “The Power of Place” in the Spring 2023 issue of ConnecticutExplored, Thames River Heritage Park’s […] ...