Week of Events
Worcester Art Museum
Through July 7“New Terrain: 21st-Century Landscape Photography” Discover how boundary-pushing artists are using photography to explore the idea of landscape in ways you might not expect.Through September 1“Jakob Fioole: The Sally Bishop Prize”On view as part of the Museum’s ongoing partnership with ArtsWorcester, Jakob Fioole depicts an imagined world that is at once familiar and foreign.Hours: […]
The Tavern Club
The Tavern Clube is a private social club in downtown Boston, founded in 1884. The club has a small collection of works by painters of the Boston School, some of whom were members. The club periodically arranges for small groups to view these paintings, and anyone interested in a visit should call the Club, leave […]
South Shore Art Center, Bancroft Gallery
May 30 - July 13“Young Black Woman | Old White Man”Curated by James Burke; with works by James Burke and Devyn Casey.Reception: May 30, 6-8 p.m.July 25 - August 24“Blue Ribbon Members’ Show”Reception: July 25, 6-8 p.m. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.119 Ripley RoadCohasset, MA(781) 383-2787ssac.orgJune 14 - June 1669th annual South Shore Arts FestivalHours: […]
New Britain Museum of American Art
Through September 15“The Land Carries Our Ancestors: Contemporary Art by Native Americans”Curated by artist Jaune Quick-to-See Smith, The Land Carries Our Ancestors highlights artworks by nearly 50 living Native artists that powerfully visualize Indigenous culture and knowledge of the land. Brought together by Smith, this multigenerational, diverse group of artists works across the United States […]
Hood Museum of Art, Dartmouth
Through November 3 “From the Field: Tracing Foodways through Art”Explores the idea of food as not only nourishment but an expression of our lived and shared experiences.“Mapping: Decolonial Cartographies of Place”Examines the legacies of mapmaking and invites viewers to consider alternatives for visualizing our relationships to place. Through April 6, 2025“The Grief of Almost”Featuring four large-scale […]
Hallspace
Through August 3“Rhoda Rosenberg: Between Two Ends”One of a kind handmade books. September 7 - October 12“Juls Gabs: Landscapes of Future Era, Today”Opening Reception: September 7, 2-5 p.m.October - NovemberBrian LittlefieldSee hallspace.org for details. Hours: Fri. & Sat., 12-5p.m. | Mon.-Thurs., | and by appointmentHours: Fri. & Sat., 12-5 p.m. | Mon.-Thurs., | and by appointmenthallspace.com
Springfield Museums
Through September 8 “Frida Kahlo, Her Photos” “Explore Frida’s World”“Designing Downtown” Through February 28, 2025“Look Again: Portraits of Daring Women by Julie Lapping Rivera” Hours: Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.(413) 263-6800springfieldmuseums.org
New Bedford Whaling Museum
Through November 3“The Wider World & Scrimshaw” and Courtney M. Leonard’s “BREACH: Logbook 24 | Scrimshaw” explore scrimshaw (objects carved by whalers on the byproducts of marine mammals), colonial legacies, and Indigenous carving traditions from across the Pacific and Arctic world.Hours: Mon.-Sun., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.(508) 508-997-0046whalingmuseum.org
Fitchburg Art Museum
Opening July 27“G.O.A.T. The Sports Photography of Walter Iooss”Iooss photographed professional sports with the passion and perception of a true fan, capturing iconic moments in sports history for over sixty years. This “Greatest Of All Time” exhibition draws on FAM’s expansive photography collection.Through September 8The 88th Regional Exhibition of Art & Craft spotlights the artists […]
Danforth Art Museum at Framingham State University
Through September 22 “Danforth Annual Juried Exhibition”Featuring innovative work from across New England in all media. Permanent: “Selections from the Permanent Collection”“In the Studio: Meta Vaux Warrick Fuller”See website for hours, to register for events, and explore membership options.danforthartmuseum@framingham.edudanforth.framingham.edu
Creative Connections Gift Shop & Gallery
Through July 27John Christian Anderson - “Selected Work | Fifty Years”August 3 - September 28Mark Lore - “Surf & Turf | A Visual Feast of Color and Texture” Opening reception Aug. 3, 1-3 p.m.Take our virtual tour by visiting: ccgiftgallery.com/about-us Gallery & Gift Shop Hours: Tues.- Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.info@ccgiftgallery.com ccgiftgallery.com
Art Complex Museum
Through September 1“Where Do We Come From? What Are We? Where Are We Going? (NAWA-MA)”“Cassatt and Beyond: Women Printmakers” Through August 11“DIG (Joe Caruso, Jennifer Liston Munson, Christine Palamidessi and Marsha Odabashian)” August 18 - November 3“Industrial Beauty - Luminous Desert (Jürgen Lobert, Lisa Ryan)” Reception: Sepember 22, 1-4 p.m.Through Sepember, 2025“Nora Valdez: Passage”The museum offers shows of […]
Fuller Craft Museum
Through November 3“Chris Bathgate: The Machinist Sculptor”Chris Bathgate elevates precision machining to an art form, with a career spent exploring ways in which digital technologies and studio craft coexist. Bathgate’s sculptures investigate the tension points between aesthetic and utility, form and function, and industrial and handmade, digital and analog.Hours: Tues.-Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.fullercraft.org
Boston Sculptors Gallery
Through July 14Claudia Olds Goldie “About Face” Keri Straka “Biological Tithing” First Friday: July 5, 5-8:30 p.m. July 18 - August 18“Mood Swing”Featuring invited guest artists. Artists’ Reception & Talks: July 19, 5-8 p.m. w/ Artist Talks at 7 p.m. First Friday August 2, 5-8:30 p.m.The gallery will be closed August 19 - 28.Opening August 29Kenson Truong “Usurper”Liz Shepherd “Look […]
Attleboro Arts Museum
Through July 12 “Morning Noon Night”A National Juried Exhibition. Close to 100 works from throughout the US respond to this year’s theme.July 27 - August 24 “8 Visions”Work from 8 Juried Member Artists. Featuring original art from John Buron, Peter Campbell, Katherine Desy, Memy Ish Shalom, Joni Lohr, Karen Reid, Erin Spencer, and James C. Varnum.(508) 222.2644attleboroartsmuseum.org
StoveFactory Gallery
Submissions Open July 15 - September 19Open Juried ExhibitionFeast for the Eyes: The Art of What Eat & DrinkOpening Reception: October 4, 5-8 p.m.CALL TO ARTISTSArt in the Park 2024Sponsored by Artists’ Group of CharlestownSubmissions Open through July 24 Event Date: September 7 (rain date September 8), 10 a.m.-5 p.m.Art in the Park is a […]
Newport Art Museum
Through November 10 Contemporary Gallery (Griswold House):“Jordan Seaberry: We Live Until” Through December 1Wright and Studio Galleries (Griswold House):“Toots Zynsky: Past/Present” Through March 2, 2025Ilgenfritz, Damon, Parlor, 2nd Fl Corridor, Blue Room Galleries and Stairwell (Griswold House):“Renee Cox: Revolution/Revelation” Through October 20Drury and Library Galleries(Griswold House):“Nick Mele: Pages & Play”July 13 - December 29Morris Gallery (Cushing Building) Featuring […]
Cahoon Museum of American Art
June 19 - September 15“Joe Cunningham: Quilts for These Times”The quilts in this show were made to be a collection specifically about happenings in the world, chronologically created as the events arose - ending up with a poetic image of Cunningham’s response to two years of headline subjects. Works include 3-piece Mariupol, Beagles, Variants, and Extratopical.(508) […]
Yale University Art Gallery
Through November 10 “Year of the Dragon”The Gallery’s encyclopedic holdings range from ancient times to the present day and represent cultures from around the globe. Free and open to the public.Hours: Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.(203) 432-0600 artgallery.yale.edu
ShowUp
Through September 1 “Cutting Edge: Contemporary Papercutting”Curated by papercutter Rosa Leff, and featuring the work of Lorraine Bubar, Hazel Glass, Mark Curtis Hughes, Rebecca Rose Greene, Béatrice Coron, and Swoon. Experience detailed works reflecting the modern world in a medium often associated with craft and tradition, but worthy being called a fine art. Hours: Thurs.-Sat., 12-5 p.m […]
Center for Contemporary Printmaking
Through May 19“Taryn McMahon: WATERSHED”Highly layered monotypes exploring entanglements between the human and nonhuman through Northeast Ohio’s waterways.June 2 - August 25“9th Biennial FOOTPRINT International Competition”An Exhibition of original fine art printmaking in which all works are exactly 12 inches square. Hours: Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Sun., 12-5 p.m.(203) 899-7999 contemprints.org
Southern Vermont Arts Center
Through September 22“Sand to Splendor: The Nature of Glass,” presented by the Vermont Glass Guild, celebrates the natural elements and intricate processes involved in crafting this exquisite medium.“Pastel Panorama: Journeys With A Medium,” presented by the Vermont Pastel Society, highlights the wide- ranging versatility of the pastel medium. July 20 - November 3“Summer Solo Exhibitions” […]
LexArt | Lexington Arts & Crafts Society
Stop by the Nye Gallery this July/ August for two incredible exhibitions. First up is Circles, a solo ceramics exhibition of Israeli artist Shamai Gibsh (Through July 14). This will be followed by Free Speech: Art & Activism (July 20 - August 25).info@lexart.org lexart.org
Shop Maine Craft
“Portland Fine Craft Show” August 24, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Rain or shine“The Portland Fine Craft Show” returns to the heart of Portland’s arts district. This immersive, single- day, outdoor event will feature over 100 juried exhibitors from all over the greater Northeast. The show features a wide array of high-quality craft work in the following media […]
Arts League of Lowell
July 12 - September 8 "Sculpture 2024”This exhibition features a curated selection of3-dimensional, sculptural artwork. Reception: Saturday, August 17, 3-5 p.m. The ALL Arts Gallery displays work by 30+ artists in our co- op gallery, representing most areas of artistic expression, plus themed exhibitions in our main and Greenwald galleries.(978) 221-5018a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation artsleagueoflowell.org
RISD Museum
Through August 4“Nancy Elizabeth Prophet: I Will Not Bend an Inch” Through September 14“soft presence, hard absence: Dorner Prize”Through September 29“Diné Textiles: Nizhónígo Hadadít’eh”Through November 4“Defying Boundaries: Women in Japanese Art”Through December 8“Sensory Silhouettes: Experiencing South Asian Garments” Through January 5“Listen!”Through January 12, 2025“Trading Earth: Ceramics, Commodities, and Commerce” Through June 14, 2026“Brighten Up!: Contemporary Enamels”Hours: Tues., Wed., […]
Hera Gallery
Through August 31“Hera Gallery: Past & Present”Artist Talk: Thursday July 18, 7 p.m. at Hera Gallery.Visit heragallery.org for more information.Hours: Wed.-Fri., 1-5 p.m. | Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.(401) 789-1488 heragallery.org
Center for Contemporary Printmaking
Through August 25“9th Biennial FOOTPRINT International Exhibition”A juried exhibition of original fine art printmaking in which all works are exactly 12 inches square.“Shop Swap 2024”An international art exchange with German printmaking studio, Litho Werkstatt Berlin.Hours: Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Sun., 12-5 p.m.(203) 899-7999contemprints.org
SoWa Artists Guild
First Friday is always exciting at SoWa Artists Guild, 450 Harrison Ave, Boston. Three floors of artists’ studios open Friday, July 5, and Friday, August 2, 5-9 p.m. Many studios also open every Sunday from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. along with the vibrant SoWa Open Market. Find out more at sowaartists.comsowaartists.com
National Association of Women Artists, MA (NAWAMA)
Apply at thenawa.org by 3/15 and 9/15 of each year. NAWAMA Artists exhibit at Cotuit Center For the Arts, Multicultural Arts Center, Berkshire Art Museum, Sitka South Newport, Fountain Street Gallery, SoWa Art & Design District, Gallery at Atlantic Wharf, Seaport, RAA&Museum, Heftler Visiting Artist Gallery, The Vendue Art Hotel, Art Complex Museum, JL HQ, […]
Multicultural Arts Center
This summer, the Multicultural Arts Center gallery brings you two exceptional exhibits: Ayana Mack returns to the Center with Ode to Relationships (Through August 16) followed by the fashion-inspired group show Seeing Red (August 26 - October 4). Gallery open Tuesday through Friday for in-person viewing, or visit our Virtual Gallery.(617) 577-1400 multiculturalartscenter.org
Galatea Fine Art
July 5 - July 28Luba Shapiro Grenader: “Lament & Renewal: Restringing the Heart, Reviving the Self” Anna Fubini: “Unraveled Realities”NAWA: “TOGETHER AS ONE”, Curator/Juror: Aimée Burg, Gallery Director of The Ely Center of Contemporary Art.Reception: July 5, 6-8 p.m. August 1 - September 1Mark Jarzombek: “Conversations” Francine Zaslow: “Elements” Boston/Strasbourg Exchange: “Project Eau”.Reception: August 2, 6-8 p.m. Hours: Thurs.-Sun., […]
Boston-Strasbourg Sister City Association
Through September 1“Boston’s French Connection” Strasbourg, France has been Boston’s sister city for 64 years. In celebration, Boston-Strasbourg Sister City Association is sponsoring an exhibition of water- themed artwork from both cities. Opening reception: August 2, 5:30-8:30 p.m.BSSCA reception: August 18, 2–4 p.m.Hours: Thurs.-Sun., 12-4 p.m. | and by appointment.(617) 542-1500 galateafineart.com
Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair
November 8 - 10Browse and buy fine & antique books, maps, prints & ephemera from 100+ dealers from theU.S., Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Netherlands, Spain & the U.K. For serious collectors and curious browsers. Guest speakers Saturday & Sunday. Fri., 4-8 p.m. ($25 Opening Night)Sat., 12-7p.m. (free)Sun., 12-5p.m. (free) abaa.org/bostonbookfair
Williams College Museum of Art
Through December 22 “SO-ILWCMA: Building a New Museum” showcases plans for the new WCMA, opening in 2027.July 9, 16, & 23Learn about the new museum; programs at 5 p.m., patio parties at 6 p.m.July 13Tour the exhibition with WCMADirector Pamela Franks, 11 a.m.wcma@williams.edu artmuseum.williams.edu
Burlington City Arts Center
Through September 15 “Rachel Rose: Lake Valley”A visually rich animated video incorporating themes from children’s literature to create a dreamlike story about loneliness and imagination.“Essential Figure”A group of regional and national figurative artists exploring identities and narratives through the intersection of race, class, gender, and sexuality.Hours: Wed.-Fri., 12-5 p.m. | Sat., 12-8 p.m.(802) 865-7166
Currier Museum of Art
Through August 18 “Elisabeth Kley: Cymodocea”Through September 2 “Filippo de Pisis and Robert Mapplethorpe: A Distant Conversation”Through November 3“Stories of the Sea”July 14 - October 6“Daniel Otero Torres: Sonidos del Crepúsculo (Twilight Sounds)” Hours: Wed.-Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.(603) 669-6144 visitor@currier.org currier.org
Dublin School, Putnam Gallery
Announcing Six Outdoor Sculpture Commissions!Dublin School is excited to announce the birth of the Putnam Gallery Sculpture Park at the Nordic/Outdoor Center in Dublin, NH. The park will be free and open to the public. The inaugural call for artist proposals will be for SIX new outdoor sculptures. Permanent work is preferred but temporary work […]
The Umbrella Arts Center
Through September 15 “Reflections: Selfhood/Motherhood”Mixed media artwork by Umbrella Artists-in-Residence Jasmine Chen and Catherine LeComte, Allie Kussin Gallery.“random assembly”By Umbrella Ceramic Studio Artist-in-Residence Kyle Johns, Main Hall Display.(978) 371-0820 theumbrellaarts.org
Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery, College of the Holy Cross
August 21 - December 20“Blue Profundity: Contemporary Artists Revisit a Color”Featuring contemporary artists who incorporate blue in their work to highlight the symbolic and historic meanings of the color: Adam Chau, Ifé Franklin, Michelle Samour, Heather Evans Smith, and Andrea Pettway Williams.Hours: Tues., Weds., Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Thurs., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Sat., […]
Hopkinton Center for the Arts
July 3 - August 29 “Changing Tides”An Exhibition of i3C Artists & Guests. Curated by Rebecca McGee Tuck Artwork expressions on the urgent state of our planet and the intricate relationship between humanity and nature.Artist Reception: July 12, 6-8 p.m.(508) 435-9222hopartscenter.org
The Brush Art Gallery & Studios
September 12 - October 31The 42nd Annual Studio Artists Exhibition, “Drawn In” showcases bodies of work from Studio Artists expressing unique approaches to contemporary drawing practices. (In conjunction with DrawLowell: Confluence, a city-wide drawing partnership with UMass Lowell and Columbia University). Reception: September 14, 2-4 p.m. STUDIO SPACE IS AVAILABLE.Hours: Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Sun., 12-4 p.m.(978) […]
6 Bridges Gallery
Through August 36 Bridges Gallery and ArtSpace Maynard present“Untangled: Original Fiber” Twenty-seven works utilizing a variety of materials andtechniques. Juror: Janet Kawada. Gallery closed August 4 -13. August 14 - September 21“Members: New Work”Reception: September 21, 5-7 p.m.(978) 897-3825 6bridgesgallery@gmail.com 6bridgesgallery.com
The Gallery at WREN
August 30 - October 27“Layered Together”This intergenerational display showcases the intertwined artistic journeys of mother and daughter Beth Simon and Ana Koehler. Beth’s distinctive crafted jewelry, alongside Ana’s evocative paintings of the female form, will take center stage. The collection encompasses a lifetime of artistic exploration. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m.(603) […]