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April-June 2017

ADVENTURESIN ART & HISTORY

A NOTE FROM THE DIRECTOR

COVER IMAGE: JANET FISH, TEAPOT WITH APPLE, 2007GIFT OF CLAUDIA DEMONTE AND ED MCGOWIN

Friends,

Spring at The MATT means exhibition openings! This May we are thrilled to host Heartbreak in Peanuts on loan from the Charles M. Shultz Museum and Research Center. I performed the role of Charlie Brown in my high school’s spring musical so this comic legend has a special place in my heart. In fact, this weekly cartoon spans multiple generations of fans and offers our visitors an opportunity to reconnect with the beloved Peanuts characters from their childhood, and will offer young children an introduction to these great American icons.

This exhibition also resonates with Waterbury's history. Did you know that The Eastern Color Printing Company, which was owned by the Republican-American, produced what is considered by many to be the first American comic book!! Famous Funnies, No. 1, 1934, featuring the adventures of Mutt and Jeff, Donald Dare, Buck Rogers and others, began the comic book industry that continues to engage us today.

If you’re feeling inspired by the Peanuts gang, I invite you to get your art on by checking out the new Studio Art Workshops (pg. 13) our Director of Education, Heather Whitehouse has planned. For everyone from budding artist to experienced pro, these workshops provide an opportunity to create artwork while having fun and honing skills.

Waterbury is what inspires me! You may have noticed I end my letters with #IBelieveInWaterbury. We have launched a call to artists (pg. 7) to invite them to share what inspires them about the Brass City. The September 2017 exhibit and collateral programming will feature works submitted by artists from across the State working in all media—including visual arts, sound art, spoken word, theatre, dance, music composition, installation, performance art and intervention. We want artists to visit the City and then share with our audiences works that capture what is uplifting and inspiring about Waterbury.

I invite you to spend some time @ The MATT this Spring and be inspired! Whether you stop by on Mother’s Day with your family to check out our Community Day celebration (pg. 15), experience with friends one of our many wellness programs in the galleries (pg. 10), or spend Father’s Day exploring Yankees or Red Sox: America’s Greatest Rivalry and participating in our special programs (pg. 17), there is truly something for everyone!

I hope to see you often.

With deep appreciation, – Bob Burns, Director

#IBelieveInWaterbury

IMAGE COURTESY OF BLEACHER + EVERARD PHOTOGRAPHY

Mattatuck Museum exhibition supported in part by:

IMAGES © 2017 PEANUTS WORLDWIDE LLC (ABOVE) PEANUTS DAILY STRIP FEBRUARY 13, 1968 AND PEANUTS DAILY STRIP MAY 3, 1984

(BELOW) CHARLIE BROWN HEART

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HEARTBREAK IN PEANUTSMAY 20 - AUGUST 13, 2017

Love is everywhere in Peanuts—Charlie Brown loves the Little Red-Haired Girl, Lucy adores Schroeder, Sally pursues Linus—but sadly these sentiments are rarely returned. Experience the joys and sorrows of unrequited love Peanuts-style in the traveling exhibition, Heartbreak in Peanuts. Join the Peanuts characters as they continually return to their hopeless quests for love, undaunted by defeat. The exhibition presents 50 high quality digital reproductions of original Peanuts comic strips which focus on narratives of lost love. Heartbreak in Peanuts is organized and toured by the Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center, Santa Rosa, California.

RECEPTIONSunday, May 21, 1:00-3:00 p.m.RELATED PROGRAM

STORY TIME (p. 15)Wednesday, June 28, 10:00 a.m.

TOM BARIL (B. 1952), TWO ROSES (DETAIL), 2002GELATIN SILVER PRINT FROM WET-PLATE GLASS NEGATIVEMATTATUCK MUSEUM; GIFT OF KEVIN MCNAMARA AND CRAIG NOWAK IN HONOR OF NANCY RUSTICO

BLACK & WHITEPhotographs from the Collection of Kevin McNamara & Craig NowakON VIEW THROUGH JULY 16, 2017

This exhibition draws from the contemporary collection of Kevin McNamara and Craig Nowak. It features photographs by masters of 20th and 21st century American photography including John Dugdale, Sally Mann, and Jock Sturges, among others. Like many contemporary photographers, the artists in this exhibition make imaginative use of the camera’s power to document reality. Their pictures pose questions about identity, self-representation, history and truth.

RECEPTIONSunday, March 26, 1:00-3:00 p.m.RELATED PROGRAMS

AFTERNOON WITH THE COLLECTORS (p. 11)Sunday, April 30, 2:00–4:00 p.m.ART OF COLLECTING (p. 11)Tuesday, May 23, 5:30 p.m.

HIGHLIGHTS TOURSunday, March 26, 12:00–1:00 p.m.Join us for a docent-led overview tour of several of the special exhibitions on display in the Museum this Spring. Stay for the opening reception beginning at 1:00 p.m.

BETH GALSTON, LUMINOUS GARDEN (AERIAL) (DETAIL), 2009/2017

LUMINOUS GARDENBeth GalstonON VIEW THROUGH JULY 16, 2017

Sculptor and conceptual artist Beth Galston creates site-specific installations that are informed by many sources, including science, architecture, engineering, and nature. The immersive environment of Luminous Garden (Aerial) is an ephemeral light piece made of tiny yellow LEDs set in cast resin acorn caps.

Supported in part through a gift from David & Mara Sfara to underwrite exhibits in The Lab.

RECEPTIONSunday, March 26, 1:00-3:00 p.m.RELATED PROGRAM

AFTERNOON WITH THE ARTIST (p. 11)Sunday, April 30, 2:00–4:00 p.m.

FIRST LOOK/NEW TO THE COLLECTIONON VIEW THROUGH MAY 14, 2017

The collection is the heart of a museum. It’s here that the idea for the next big exhibition might be sparked and where a museum shapes its identity. Since the arrival of Director Bob Burns in 2012, he and Curator Dr. Cynthia Roznoy, have not only increased the exhibition program to more than twenty changing exhibits each year, they have reinstalled the Museum’s collections galleries and significantly grown the Museum’s permanent collection through gifts and acquisitions. Working with the Collections Committee, the team set a course of action in collections management.

First Look includes gifts, promised gifts and Museum purchases over the past five years and highlights works by Richard Bosman, Frank DuMond, Janet Fish, Jasper Johns, Dina Melicov and Tom Yost, among others.

RECEPTIONSunday, March 26, 1:00-3:00 p.m.

RELATED PROGRAM

ART OF COLLECTING (p. 11)Tuesday, May 9, 5:30 p.m.

FROM LEFT: CURATOR DR. CYNTHIA ROZNOY, COLLECTIONS MANAGER SUZIE FATEH, AND DIRECTOR BOB BURNS EVALUATE A RECENT ACQUISITION TO THE MUSEUM'S COLLECTION

IMAGE CREDIT: (TOP) JOE DIMAGGIO'S 56 GAME HITTING STREAK, THE RIFKIN COLLECTION(BOTTOM)100 YEARS OF FENWAY PARK, COLLECTION OF NEIL SCHERER

COMMUNITY FREE DAY: FAMILY ACTIVITY (p. 15)Sunday, April 9, 1:00 p.m.FATHER'S DAY (p. 17)Sunday, June 18, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

YANKEES OR RED SOX America’s Greatest RivalryMARCH 26 - DECEMBER 3, 2017

Like most sports rivalries, picking a side in the Red Sox-Yankee rivalry is almost entirely geographic – and Connecticut is at the epicenter, more or less being split in two. Guest curated by sports lover Neil Scherer, this exhibition had its inception in the 2004 American League Champion Series. This was the infamous year that the Yankees won the first three games, leading everyone to believe the Yankees would sweep, only to leave America stunned as the Red Sox rebounded to win the remaining four games and their first World Series title in 86 years. Scherer was at the deciding seventh game. In this exhibition Sherer tells this and other exciting stories about each team.

Supported in part by MacDermid Performance Solutions.

RECEPTIONSunday, March 26, 1:00-3:00 p.m.RELATED PROGRAMS

CALL TO ARTISTS #IBELIEVEINWATERBURYAnnouncing a call to artists for an exhibition to be presented September 10 – December 3, 2017. Curated by Bob Burns, Director, Mattatuck Museum; Judith McElhone, Director, Five Points Gallery; and Will K. Wilkins, Director, Real Art Ways, Hartford.

All styles and media are encouraged. Focusing on the City of Waterbury, artists are challenged to identify the unique aspects of the city and her people that resonate for them. We are asking artists to share their inspiration with us in works that demonstrate the beauty, joy, prosperity, and growing momentum of Waterbury.

Artist submissions due by Tuesday, August 1.For more information visit mattmuseum.org.

PROJECT Q&A FOR ARTISTSTuesday, April 18, 5:30 p.m.Sunday, June 11, 12:30 p.m.Artists are invited to join us for a casual Q&A with light refreshments and music. Looking for a little insight? Talk with museum staff and members of the community who have a deep passion for Waterbury and find out what the city means to them.

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FEDERICO URIBE, QUEDAMOS EN PAZ #3 (DETAIL), 2015

QUEDAMOS EN PAZ #3Federico UribeMARCH 26 – JULY 16, 2017

Colombian-born, Miami-based artist Federico Uribe trained as a painter, but in 1996 he abandoned paint brushes to make art with the objects of everyday life. In the At Peace series he creates sculptures from ammunition, his work informed both by his homeland Colombia, where violence is part of daily life, and the epidemic of gun crime in the United States where he has lived for 15 years. This large scale work depicts a peaceful garden where sun shines, flowers bloom, and animals play.

RECEPTIONSunday, March 26, 1:00-3:00 p.m.RELATED PROGRAM

COMMUNITY FREE DAY: FAMILY ACTIVITY (p. 15)Sunday, June 11, 1:00 p.m.

Waterbury responded to the April 6, 1917 call to take up arms against Germany by sending 5,000 men and women to various branches of the services. But the “War to End All Wars” did not begin as a popular cause. To turn public opinion around, the government mobilized artists to create pictorial publicity for all aspects of the war effort. Organized by guest Curator Katharine Anthony, this selection of approximately twenty-five posters from the Museum collection gives glimpses of the war front, illustrates participation at home, reveals the new roles of women, demonstrates new technologies, and shows the breadth of military service.

RECEPTIONSunday, March 26, 1:00-3:00 p.m.

ON THE JOB FOR VICTORYWorld War I PostersCONTINUES THROUGH APRIL 23, 2017

WESTERN CT MENTAL HEALTH NETWORK CREATIVE ARTSPersonal Expressions of Recovery and WellnessAPRIL 26 - MAY 19, 2017

CONGRESSIONAL STUDENT ART COMPETITION RECEPTIONSATURDAY, MAY 13, 1:00-3:00 P.M.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Artists in recovery from the Danbury, Torrington, and Waterbury areas share “Personal Expressions of Recovery and Wellness” through their drawings, paintings, sculptures, photographs, tapestries, writing and music. The healing value of this art is priceless.

RECEPTIONFriday, April 28, 1:30-3:00 p.m.

Join Congresswoman Elizabeth Esty in honoring high school students from the state’s fifth district. Winners will be announced on this day. The top prize winner will be invited to join Congresswoman Esty in Washington, DC at the national awards ceremony honoring winners from across the country. Light refreshments will be served.

ART RAGEOUS: A CANVAS OF MANY COLORS2nd Annual Waterbury Public School Student Art ShowcaseWEDNESDAY, MAY 24 - SUNDAY, JULY 23, 2017

This exhibition features Waterbury Public Schools finest K-12 students. Artwork was hand-selected by their mentoring teacher, and will be on view with the hopes of energizing and inspiring the community!

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APRIL4 Tue 5:30pm Yoga in the Galleries (p. 10)

5 Wed 10am Tai Chi (p. 10)

9 Sun 1pm CFD: Baseball Art (p. 15)

11 Tue 10am Spring Break Family Day (p. 16)

11 Tue 5:30pm Yoga in the Galleries (p. 10)


13 Thur 10am Spring Break Family Day (p. 16)


18 Tue 5:30pm Call to Artists - Project Q&A (p. 7) #IBelieveInWaterbury


20 Thur 9:30am Hello Light (p. 10) Memories @ The MATT

25-26 Tue & Wed Give Local (p. 14)


25 Tue 10am Story Time: An Accordion! (p. 15)


27 Thur 1pm Studio: Art Buffet Workshop (p. 13)

28 Fri 1:30pm Exhibition Reception (p. 8) 3rd Floor Monteiro Gallery

29 Sat 10am Teens: Theater Workshop (p. 16)

30 Sun 2-4pm Artists Talk (p. 11) 2pm Beth Galston 3pm Kevin McNamara & Craig Nowak

MAY2 Tue 11am Lunch with Susan Larkin (p.11) Annual Julia Q. Keggi Lecture



3 Wed 1pm Studio: Acrylic Paint - 4 weeks (p. 13)

5 Fri 1pm Hands on Drumming (p. 10)

5 Fri 2pm Author Stephen Kurkjian (p. 10)

9 Tue 5:30pm Art of Collecting (p. 11) Donald Taglialatella



10 Wed 12pm Day Art Trip Meet-Up (p. 12) Florence Griswold Museum


11 Thur 12pm History Bites Series (p. 11) Tracey O'Shaughnessy

13 Sat 1pm Exhibition Reception: Lobby (p. 8)

14 Sun 1pm CFD: Mother's Day Art (p. 15)




18 Thur 10am Memories @ The MATT (p. 10)

19 Fri 1pm Homeschool (p. 15) Waterbury Then & Now

20 Sat 1-3pm Art of Health Celebration (p. 16)

21 Sun 1-3pm Exhibition Reception (p. 3) 2nd Floor Gallery

21 Sun 3pm Accordion Concert (p.17)

23 Tue 5:30pm Art of Collecting (p. 11) Kevin McNamara & Craig Nowak




24 Wed 5pm Exhibition Reception (p. 8) 3rd Floor Monteiro Gallery

25 Thur 1:30pm Music: Survivor Swing Band (p. 12)


31 Wed 10am Story Time: Day the Crayons Quit (p. 15)


JUNE1 Thur 1pm Studio: Colored Pencils (p. 13)

2 Fri 6:30pm Summer Fling: City of Lights (p. 14)



8 Thur 6pm MATT by Night: Murder Mystery (p. 13)

10 Sat CT Open House Day

10 Sat 12pm Shakesperience Productions (p. 17) Our City, Our Neighborhoods

11 Sun 12:30pm Call to Artists - Project Q&A (p. 7) #IBelieveInWaterbury

11 Sun 1pm CFD: Collage Art (p. 15)

11 Sun 2pm Music: Horizon Blue Band (p. 12)



15 Thur 10am Memories @ The MATT (p. 10)

18 Sun 1pm Father's Day @ The MATT (p. 17)




28 Wed 10am Story Time: Snoopy Takes Off! (p. 15)


Visit mattmuseum.org for an extended list of public programs. For more information or to register for programs and events contact us at (203) 753-0381 x 130.

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OPEN LEVEL FLOW YOGA IN THE GALLERIESTuesdays, 5:30 p.m. April 4, 11, 18, 25May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30June 6, 13, 20, 27Members: $8, Non-members: $12 BRASS Members: $3Find a calm mind and a strengthened body with an open level flowing yoga class set amid the idyllic environment of our Early American art collection. Instructors may vary. Bring your own mat.

TAI CHI @ THE MATTWednesdays, 10:00 a.m. April 5, 12, 19, 26May 3, 10 ,17, 24, 31June 7, 14, 21, 28Members: $8, Non-members: $12BRASS Members: $3 Move and groove to music with our certified instructor Joe Atkins. Tai Chi will help improve your balance, increase flexibility and mobility, and reduce stiffness, and soreness. Find energy and stamina through breathing techniques. Wear comfortable clothes. All levels welcome.

HANDS-ON DRUMMINGWITH CRAIG NORTONFriday, May 5, 1:00–2:30 p.m.Members: $8, Non-members: $12BRASS Members: $3Wide smiles ignite when you beat a drum and Sound Healing begins. Join Craig Norton for a few hours of participatory musical merriment in one of the galleries @ The MATT. Everyone gets to play a drum or two, dance, laugh and learn while playing rhythms from around the world. Drumming is fun for everyone. Bring your own drums or play one of ours.

MEMORIES @ THE MATTGALLERY TOUR & LUNCH3rd Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.May 18 and June 15Free with registration.Visitors are invited to participate in an engaging gallery tour and art activity developed for people with Dementia and their care-givers. Complimentary lunch included. RSVP to Carolyn DeRocco at [email protected] or (203) 623-5407.

SPECIAL ALZHEIMER'S PROGRAMHELLO LIGHTThursday, April 20 Coffee Reception: 9:30–10:00 a.m.Program: 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Open to the General PublicBe inspired by storytellers, poets, artists, musicians and the human spirit featuring key speaker Bob Savage, who lives with the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. Join us for a morning of exploration, inspiration and awareness of Alzheimer’s/dementia.

This collaboration with the Alzheimer Resource Center and Alzheimer’s Association, Connecticut Chapter is supported in part by the Connecticut Community Foundation.

HISTORY @ THE MATTMEET THE AUTHOR MASTER THIEVES BY STEPHEN KURKJIANFriday, May 5, 2:00 p.m. Museum & BRASS Members: FreeNon-members: $10Two men disguised as Boston Police officers trick their way into the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum after midnight, tie up the two night watchmen and make off with an estimated half billion dollars’ worth of artwork.

Now 25 years later, the principal reporter on the case for The Boston Globe for years, Stephen Kurkjian, has written a gripping account of the still-unsolved heist. Autographed copies of the book will be available for purchase.

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HISTORY BITESMAKING THE PAST PRESENT WITH TRACEY O’SHAUGHNESSYThursday, May 11, 12:00–1:00 p.m.Free and open to the public.Journalism has been called "the first draft of history." But it also reflects on the past, publishing stories about art, culture, or corners of history that still merit attention. Whether that means an art exhibit about Giotto or revisiting the Flood of '55, journalism can make the past present. Tracey O'Shaughnessy, a senior editor at the Republican-American, will discuss how that is done and why she believes that newspapers may be the first chance to bring history to contemporary readers.

With generous funding from the Connecticut Community Foundation, this year’s series will be hosted on Thursdays between April and June at Noon. Find a full list of venues on our website.

ARTISTS @ THE MATTAFTERNOON WITH THE ARTISTSSunday, April 30, 2:00–4:00 p.m.Free

BETH GALSTON (2:00–3:00 p.m.)In conjunction with Luminous Garden

COLLECTORS KEVIN MCNAMARA AND CRAIG NOWAK (3:00–4:00 p.m.)In conjunction with Black & White

ANNUAL JULIA Q. KEGGI LECTURE LUNCH WITH SUSAN LARKINTuesday, May 2, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.Museum & BRASS Members: $40Non-members: $55Pre-registration is required by April 25.Enjoy lunch and a conversation in the Mattatuck galleries with Susan Larkin, Guest Curator of Matilda Browne: Idylls of Farm and Garden at the Florence Griswold Museum. Matilda Browne's artistic career spanned five decades and challenged stereotypes about women artists, made cattle painting her specialty, and invaded a traditionally male domain. Ms. Larkin will explore Browne’s career, revealing unexpected aspects of her work.

In conjunction with the Meet-Up at the Flo Gris on Wednesday, May 10.

ART OF COLLECTINGWine & Cheese Reception: 5:30 p.m.Lecture: 6:00 p.m.Museum & BRASS Members: FreeNon-members: $10

GALLERY OWNER DONALD TAGLIALATELLATuesday, May 9 An examination of prints from our collection currently on view in the Whittemore Gallery with World House Gallery owner and print collecting expert, Donald Taglialatella.

In conjunction with First Look/New to the Collection

COLLECTORS KEVIN MCNAMARA AND CRAIG NOWAKTuesday, May 23Join expert collectors Kevin McNamara and Craig Nowak for a gallery talk full of advice and insight into collecting art on a shoestring budget.

In conjunction with Black & White

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Chihuly glass on view at the New York Botanical Gardens.

DAY ART TRIPS @ THE MATTMATTATUCK MEET-UP AT THE FLORENCE GRISWOLD MUSEUMWednesday, May 10, 12:00 p.m.Museum & BRASS Members: $15Non-members: $22Pre-registration is required by May 2.Join Heather Whitehouse, our Director of Education at the Flo Gris in Old Lyme, CT for lunch on your own at Café Flo. Meet in the Lobby for a guided tour of Matilda Browne: Idylls of Farm and Garden at 2:00 p.m.

In partnership with the Florence Griswold Museum, a co-member of the Consortium of CT Art Museums.

In conjunction with the Julia Q. Keggi Lecture on Tuesday, May 2.

NEW YORK BOUNDThursday, May 18, 8:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.Adults: $95, Seniors (62 & up): $83THIS TRIP IS SOLD OUT. Please call to be added to the waiting list.Join us for a studio tour of artist Hunt Slonem. Then, explore the Brooklyn Museum with special exhibition tickets to Georgia O’Keeffe: Living Modern.

CHIHULY IN NEW YORKTuesday, August 8, 8:00 a.m.–7:00p.m.Members: $98, Non-members: $118Join Director Bob Burns on an exciting trip to view breathtaking works of art by Dale Chihuly installed at the New York Botanical Gardens. Our time there will be unique with a 45 min tram ride around the gardens and then a specialty guided tour of the Chihuly exhibit. On the bus, enjoy the documentary “Dale Chihuly in the Hotshop”, which gives a sneak peek into his glassblowing process.

Fee includes museum admission, gratuities, transportation, and refreshments on the way home. Lunch on your own. Bus departs the Mattatuck Museum at 8:00 a.m. and Pomperaug Woods at 8:30 a.m. Leave NYBG at 4:30 p.m.

MUSIC @ THE MATTSURVIVORS SWING BANDThursday, May 25, 1:30 p.m.Museum & BRASS Members: $3Non-members: $10The Survivors Swing Band generates energy and excitement everywhere they perform. A seven-piece professional jazz band, they play classic melodies from a bygone era — hot tunes and soothing ballads of the Swing Era, plus many of the wonderful melodies from the two decades that followed.

HORIZON BLUE BANDSunday, June 11, 2:00 p.m.Museum & BRASS Members: FreeNon-members: $10Enjoy an outdoor performance of acoustic Americana (folk, country and blue grass) music. Join us in the Courtyard Garden for a family friendly, conversational performance of original and well-known songs performed using storytelling elements. Horizon Blue features Monique Hill, Peter Hill, Mark Annulli, and Rich Johnson.Horizon Blue Band

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STUDIO @ THE MATTALL LEVEL ART BUFFET WORKSHOP WITH ARTIST INEZ FAILLACEThursday, April 27, 1:00–3:00 p.m. Members: $10, Non-members: $25BRASS Members: $7Artists of every level are invited to stimulate the creative side of the brain in this hands on Art Buffet workshop with collage artist Inez Faillace. Using your own imagination, with inspiration from Inez, you will not only create an amazing collage, but have a lot of fun doing it!

BIG, BOLD & COLORFUL: ACRYLIC PAINTING WITH ARTIST CHRISTIAN CÉSARI4 Week SessionWednesdays, 1:00–3:00 p.m.May 3, 10, 17, 24Members: $60, Non-members: $75BRASS Members: $35Guided by extraordinary painter Christian Césari, beginners and advanced students alike will learn to paint big, bold and colorful works in this 4-week acrylic painting session.

Materials not included. Please bring assorted brushes, basic bold acrylic paint colors, paper towels, and 30 x 40 stretched canvas. Bring a landscape image to paint from. For more information email [email protected].

FOUNDATION WORKSHOP:COLORED PENCILS WITH ARTIST RITA PARADISThursday, June 1, 1:00–3:00 p.m.Members: $45, Non-members: $60BRASS Members: $ 35Explore value exercises and basic layering techniques in this two-hour workshop. Artist Rita Paradis will get you started on a project which you will finish at home. All materials included and pencils will be yours to take home. No prior drawing experience necessary.

MATT BY NIGHTMURDER MYSTERY, VOL. 3Thursday, June 8, 6:00 p.m.Advanced Tickets: $20, Day of/At Door: $25Must be 21+.Whether you are a young professional or student, art lover or history buff, night owl or socialite, you are invited to another MATT by Night adventure!

Travel back in time to attend an exhibition opening in the 1950s. Join us as we bend the rules of history and investigate a peculiar crime. Period costumes encouraged, and fun guaranteed! After the big reveal, stick around with your friends and enjoy the galleries. Your admission fee includes food, wine and beer. Specialty cocktail available for purchase.

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5TH ANNUAL GIVE LOCALGREATER WATERBURY AND LITCHFIELD HILLSTuesday, April 25, 7:00 a.m. to Wednesday, April 26, 7:00 p.m.Give Local is a 36-hour online community giving event. Every dollar donated during the campaign will be stretched with bonus funds provided by the Connecticut Community Foundation and generous Give Local sponsors. We can also win cash prizes during the event!

TO MAKE YOUR DONATION: Visit givelocalccf.org, call Molly at (203) 753-0381 x138 or stop by our Donation Station at the Museum!

SCHEDULE OF EVENTSTuesday, April 25, 9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. Opening Early and Closing Late (Donation Station open all day) 5:30–6:30 p.m. - FREE Yoga in the Gallery

Wednesday, April 26, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Opening Early (Donation Station open all day)

ANNUAL GARDEN PARTYSAVE THE DATESaturday, July 29Celebrate Summer with this fun outdoor event benefiting the Mattatuck Museum. Enjoy friends, delicious food, and music at this off-site event. Check back at mattmuseum.org for details!

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Summer Fling CITY OF STARS Friday, June 2, 6:30 p.m. till lateNew-Comer: $100 (Discount for first time attendees)Tickets: $125, Patron Tickets: $175Join us for an evening of star-studded summer fun including dinner and dancing in the galleries, signature cocktails, wine raffle and auction.

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N COMMUNITY FREE DAYS2nd Sunday of Each Month, 12:00-5:00 p.m., Art Activity: 1:00 p.m.FreeExplore the Museum all day at no charge, and participate in a guided tour and family friendly art activity for children of all ages!BASEBALL ART Sunday, April 9Step up to the plate and kick off baseball season with our new exhibit Yankees or Red Sox and create a Home Run art activity.

In conjunction with Yankees or Red Sox: America’s Greatest Rivalry

MOTHER’S DAY ART Sunday, May 14Children are invited to say thanks to that special lady in their lives with tea, cookies, and self-guided card making activity in the Museum's CAMPsite.

COLLAGE ART Sunday, June 11Create landscape collages using glue-sticks, paper and found objects, drawing inspiration from Frederico Uribe's work on view in the Lobby.

In conjunction with Quedamos En Paz #3: Federico Uribe

STORY TIME FOR TODDLERSLast Wednesday of the Month, 10:00 a.m.$3 per child (ages 3-5)Once a month the Museum is joined by a Story Teller who brings the characters to life and takes toddlers and their families on an artistic journey.

AN ACCORDION! WHAT IS THAT? Wednesday, April 26Join guest accordionist, Mary Tokarski and her mascot “Buzz Treble” for a story about accordions! Children will see, hear, touch and even learn to play the accordion during this special story time.

THE DAY THE CRAYONS QUIT Wednesday, May 31What would you do if one day all of your crayons were gone? Find out what Duncan does in this story to make his crayons come home. Guided art activity in the studio to follow.

SNOOPY TAKES OFF! Wednesday, June 28Take off into the wacky and wonderful imagination with everyone’s favorite beagle, Snoopy! Listen as our storyteller shares this classic Peanuts adventure. Guided art activity in the studio to follow.

In conjunction with Heartbreak in Peanuts

HOMESCHOOL @ THE MATTStudents (ages 6-15) are invited to in-gallery learning opportunities that meet state and national common core standards.

WATERBURY THEN AND NOW Friday, May 19, 1:00 p.m.$7 per studentJoin our Museum Educator for a guided tour of Waterbury’s past and present using the Museum’s collection of art and historic artifacts followed by an art activity in the Studio.

SPRING BREAK FAMILY DAYSTuesday, April 11 & Thursday, April 1310:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Single Day: $5 per child2-Day Pass: $8 per childLet's get ARTSY! Come celebrate spring by delving into art activities inspired by The MATT's collection and special exhibitions. Children of all ages will enjoy interactive tours and programs guided by a Museum Educator.

TEENS @ THE MATTTHEATER WORKSHOP Saturday, April 29, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.Members: $50, Non-members: $60Pre-registration is required by April 26.Teenagers (ages 13-18) get involved in the world of theater with the Bated Breath Theatre Company! This unique one-day workshop is inspired by the life of Waterbury philanthropist, Carrie Welton. Teens will work to improve their acting, directing and stage presence. Full and partial scholarships available.

THE ART OF HEALTH CELEBRATIONSaturday, May 20, 1:00–3:00 p.m.FreeThe Museum and United We STAND Youth Chapter of Waterbury are teaming up for a lively celebration of music, dance and spoken word for Mental Health Awareness Month. This program is open to all children and families.

FAMILY FUN

SAVE THE DATE FOR SUMMERBEHIND THE SCENES: TEEN INTERNSHIP PROGRAM(Teens 13-18)Monday, July 24 – Friday, August 410:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.Members: $90, Non-members: $100 Full and partial scholarships available. High school students get the run down on what it takes to create an exhibition! Learn about selecting works, designing and researching a show, and work with our curatorial staff to create a month long exhibition that will be on view in the Museum's Monteiro Family Community Gallery. For more information, contact [email protected].

SUMMER YOUTH ART (Children 4 -13)Per Session Fees: Members: $90, Non-members: $100ALL SESSIONS: 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.Registration opens on April 1.Investigate the world of art in these fun and creative week-long sessions. Kids will explore the Museum's galleries and work side-by-side with teaching artists using a variety of materials to express what art means to them! All supplies provided.

CARTOONING 101Monday, July 17 – Friday, July 21

ILLUSTRATION FUNDAMENTALSMonday, July 24 – Friday, July 28

ADVENTURES IN ANIMATIONMonday, July 31 – Friday, August 4

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7CAA & WOLCOTT HIGH SCHOOL ACCORDION CONCERTSunday, May 21, 3:00 p.m.FreeThe Connecticut Accordion Association (CAA) presents a concert of 25 accordionists joined by Wolcott High School students preforming an eclectic blend of movie classics, jazz, classical, and popular music.

This program is supported by a grant from the Arts and Culture Collaborative, Waterbury Region, in partnership with the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development, Office of the Arts, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

CT OPEN HOUSE DAYSaturday, June 10, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.FreeConnecticut Open House Day is a showcase of the state's diverse world of art, history and tourism. For more information about the statewide event visit cultureandtourism.org.

SHAKESPERIENCE PRODUCTIONS, INC. OUR CITY, OUR NEIGHBORHOODSSaturday, June 10, 12:00 p.m.FreeChildren and their families are invited to the performance of Our City, Our Neighborhoods, an engaging theatrical experience starring Waterbury’s youth. This unique performance showcases Waterbury’s history through stories of the city’s neighborhoods including Brooklyn, the North End, Overlook, Hillside, Town Plot, and the East End.

FATHER’S DAY @ THE MATTSunday, June 18, 1:00–3:00 p.m.Members & Children (16 & under): FreeAdults: $10, Seniors: $7 Children and dads, uncles, grandpas or any special adult can come have a ball @ The MATT with baseball inspired activities and art projects with a Museum Educator!

In conjunction with Yankees or Red Sox: America’s Greatest Rivalry

CAMPsite! (NEW)Welcome to The CAMPsite (Children’s Art Maker Place)! With an emphasis on creativity and interactive learning, the CAMPsite invites families to play and learn together. Young artists can experiment with art materials, play educational games and explore the Museum’s galleries. Activities and games are designed for children ages 2-15.

FAMILY PACKSFamilies with young children are invited to engage and explore the Museum’s permanent collections of art and history and special exhibitions at their own pace by checking out a Family Pack (free-of-charge). Easy-to-carry packs are available upon request at the Visitor Services desk. The pack contents include writing, drawing, and puzzle-solving activities as well as mixed media art projects and board games.

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Mercury Energy Distributors, Inc. Montagno Construction, Inc.OptiCare Eye Health Center, Inc. People’s United BankPowerStation EventsRKL & Associates, LLCThe Tomasso Brothers, Inc.Yamin & Grant LLC

Atlantic Steel & Processing LLCBiondi & Rosengrant, LLC Civil 1Gager, Emerson, Rickart, Bower & Scalzo, LLPHoliday Hill Day Camp LLCJaci Carroll Staffing The Siemon Company

ARTIST CIRCLESGNL CommunicationsSMC Partners, LLCSomma Tool Co., Inc. StayWell Health CenterThermo Conductor Services, Inc. Unimetal Surface FinishingWATR 1320 AM, Waterbury

American Heating Services, LLCBetter Home and Gardens Real Estate | Bannon & HebertBraxton Manufacturing Co.Bunker Hill PharmacyCarta Maintenance Inc.Connecticut CommunicationsDiane L. Fountas MD, LLCDibble & Rossi, CPAs PC George A. Green, Inc.

COMMUNITY PARTNERFitzpatrick’s Painting ServiceJ & L Medical Services, LLCLenkowski, Lonergan & Co., LLPMar-Vic Cleaners & Tailors, Inc.Metallon, Inc.The Moynahan Law Firm, LLC Waterbury Regional ChamberWesson Energy, Inc.Zackin, Zimyeski, Sullivan, LLC

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Joel and Nancy Becker Torrco Greg JacobiWebster Bank Dave Mieczkowski The Platt Bros. & Co. Karen C. Rigopulos, GRI Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate | Bannon & Hebert Mary Rosengrant-Chiappalone Biondi & Rosengrant, LLC Philip Rowley Retired

Judy Godburn Secor Secor, Cassidy & McPartland, PC David Sfara Giuliano Richardson & Sfara LLC

Donald ThompsonStaywell Health Center

John ZinnoBlum, Shapiro, & Company

The Mattatuck Museum operates with support from the CT Dept. of Economic & Community Development and CT Office of the Arts, which also receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency, and the State of Connecticut through the Consortium of CT Art Museums.

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Kendrick Society Circle Level Members

David T. Langrock Foundation

Eckert Fine Art Kent, CT

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HOURSTuesday - Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.Sunday: 12 noon-5 p.m.

HOLIDAY SCHEDULEEaster Sunday - Sunday, April 16: ClosedMemorial Day - Monday, May 29: ClosedIndependence Day - Tuesday, July 4: Closed

PARKING & HANDICAPPED ACCESSFree parking is available in all lots on Park Place. The MATT is fully handicapped accessible - enter using the side entrance on Park Place.

ADMISSION Museum Members: FreeAdults: $10 Seniors (65+) & Students with valid college ID: $7Children (16 & under): Free

WATERBURY RESIDENTSFree admission to all residents of Waterbury. Must present valid I.D. Supported by MacDermid Performance Solutions.

MUSEUMS ON US (1st Saturday & Sunday of the month)Free admission for Bank of America and Merrill Lynch cardholders.

COMMUNITY FREE DAY (2nd Sunday of the month)Explore the Museum all day at no charge and participate in a family friendly program at 1 p.m.

NOTE: All free admission programs are for galleries only, program fees are not included.

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MUSEUM TOURS

ADULT GROUP TOURSGuided tours for 10 or more are available for changing exhibitions, permanent collection or history exhibit. To schedule a tour, call (203) 753-0381 x 118. Reservations must be made at least three weeks in advance.

Adults: $12 Students & Seniors (65+): $9

SCHOOL & YOUTH GROUP TOURSLed by trained volunteer Museum Educators, all tours stress critical thinking, observation skills and support the CT Common Core State Standards. To schedule a school tour or outreach program, call (203) 753-0381 x 118.

For customized programs for homeschoolers or other groups, contact the Manager of Youth and Family Programs at (203) 753-0381 x 114.

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