A longtime dream becomes a reality when the Institute Library becomes a speakeasy for one night with entertainment provided by MADAME THALIA and her vaudeville troupe.
A timely exhibit of vintage posters and art from Nicaragua, recent locally-made items addressing the climate crisis, social justice and so much more from the NHLSCP’s remarkable archive.
A timely exhibit of vintage posters and art from Nicaragua, recent locally-made items addressing the climate crisis, social justice and so much more from the NHLSCP’s remarkable archive.
Come let your imagination do what it will: create your own fantasy garden at the Institute Library. Artists Maxim Schmidt and Kristin Cassidy will supply you with materials to plant your own mental garden with paper and whatever bits and bobs you are inspired to bring with you. Paper and scissors provided. All ages welcome! Please RSVP at link provided.
Peggy Bloomer, Assistant Professor of Art & Design at Central Connecticut State University, will host a multimedia presentation and discussion with guest speakers. Join us for a captivating community conversation exploring the rich history, lush parks, and vibrant green spaces that are woven into the historic neighborhoods and diverse communities in New Haven.This event is … Continue reading Green Spaces in the Tapestry of New Haven’s Neighborhoods: A Panel Discussion with Peggy Bloomer
Work with artist and curator Martha Willette Lewis on creating your own gorgeous signage to say how you really feel about issues of the day.
Sacred Forest is curated by Martha Willette Lewis and is co-produced by The Gallery Upstairs at The Institute Library and Trinity on the Green, as part of the 2025 Arts & Ideas Festival. In this evening’s panel discussion, Prof. Bloomer (CCSU), will engage in dialogue with curators Martha Lewis and Maxim Schmidt on the subject of Connecticut’s forests — their significance in our state’s history and culture, and issues of stewardship now and in the future.
Precious: Gathering What We Love. Curiosities, Cabinets, Connoisseurship & Collecting | 7/10-9/6
Precious: Gathering What We Love. Curiosities, Cabinets, Connoisseurship & Collecting | 7/10-9/6
Opening Reception, Thursday, 7/10, 6-8pm
Do YOU like hanging out & making stuff ?
We do too. (No RSVP needed, just show up)
Spend an evening enjoying thoughtful calm at one of our tables: create your own message of love. To send to anyone. Everyone needs to be appreciated, plain and simple — or elaborate and baroque! The curators of The Gallery Upstairs, Martha Willette Lewis and Maxim Schmidt, invite you to sit down and create a special message. Supplies (paper, envelopes, stamps) provided, but feel free to bring your own. Show the postal service some love, make someone smile, return a kindness with a handmade note, share your appreciation & affection.
