Events

Join us for drop-in artmaking inspired by Norman Rockwell Explore your artistic side with fun, hands-on experiences for kids and adults alike Free with admission!

MASS MoCA Presents Spatial Poems, a Trio of Concurrent Exhibitions Featuring Artists Cecilia Vicuña, Sam Frésquez, and Lola Ayisha Ogbara. On view beginning May 23, 2026–April 4, 2027

MASS MoCA Presents Spatial Poems, a Trio of Concurrent Exhibitions Featuring Artists Cecilia Vicuña, Sam Frésquez, and Lola Ayisha Ogbara. A communal exhibition in three concurrent parts developed by CEI Fellow Marissa Del Toro in collaboration with guest curators Ninabah Winton and Jamillah Hinson.  On view beginning May 23, 2026–April 4, 2027

A Winning Hand for the Local Community to Benefit Child and Family Services, Homeless Services & More St. Catherine’s Center for Children, a leading, regional human services agency, has announced the return of its annual Casino Royale fundraiser. All proceeds from the event will benefit St. Catherine’s programs. The event will have table games for

Each May we honor and celebrate "Be Kind to Animals Week" by bringing the community together for "The Blessing of the Animals". This is the oldest commemorative week in US history, turning 111 years old in 2026. "The Blessing" is a free, outdoors, family event. Bring your pet for an individual hands-on blessing by Pastor

Brief History of Illustration This series highlights the both the history of illustration and the vast collection at Norman Rockwell Museum. The Abyss Demonstrates the complexity of illustration, while illustrating something the ocean. For many years, artists have engaged with the concept of the ocean for many purposes, from wartime propaganda and political statements to

Opening party for American Stories: From Revolution to Rockwell The Museum opens its major summer exhibition American Stories: From Revolution to Rockwell with a festive celebration! Music from our country’s many chapters and cuisine will reflect the many cultures that shape the nation.

What does the future hold? Can we change the world? Those are the questions at the heart of Chester’s 2026 season. Chester Theatre Company welcomes R. Buckminster Fuller: The History (and Mystery) of the Universe. By D.W. Jacobs From the life, work and writings of R. Buckminster Fuller Directed by Barbara Karger Futurist, environmentalist, architect,

What does the future hold? Can we change the world? Those are the questions at the heart of Chester’s 2026 season. Chester Theatre Company welcomes Fannie: The Music And The Life Of Fannie Lou Hamer. By Cheryl L. West Directed by Gilbert McCauley Filled with music, humor and spirituality, this is the story of American

Norman Rockwell Museum will celebrate American independence and democracy with a day of special programming, in concert with American Stories: From Revolution to Rockwell

What does the future hold? Can we change the world? Those are the questions at the heart of Chester’s 2026 season. Chester Theatre Company welcomes premier of Amchitka. A New Play by Mark St. Germain Directed by Julianne Boyd In a monitoring station at Amchitka, a volcanic island 170 miles off the coast of Alaska

What does the future hold? Can we change the world? Those are the questions at the heart of Chester’s 2026 season. Chester Theatre Company welcomes the east coast premier of Dear Alien. By Liz Duffy-Adams Directed by Michelle Ong Hendrick In this cheeky comedy, a reclusive advice columnist known as “Dear Alien” attempts to finish