Adult Studio Classes & Educational Programs

Ignite your creativity in one of our Adult Studio Classes or Workshops. There's something for everyone—no matter your level of artistic experience!

February 2025

Jean Holden Eminent Visiting Artists Workshop Fund | Fritz Horstman
Saturday, February 8, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Adult Studio | Watercolor with Mary Smeallie
Wednesday, February 5, 12, 19, 26, 1-3 p.m.

Adult Studio Workshop | Felting with Robin McCahill
Thursday, February 6, 13, 20, 27, 1-3 p.m.

The Art of Pouring Paint with Sue Byars
Saturday, February 22, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

March 2025

Watercolor with Mary Smeallie
Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26, 1-3 p.m.

"If you're thinking about it ... do it! Mary is the best. She provides a great environment for support and growth and friendship. You'll meet some great people and learn a lot." - From a former class participant

The Art of Pouring Paint with Sue Byars
Thursdays, March 6, 13, 20, 27, 5-7 p.m.

Mini-Masterpiece Collage Workshop
Saturday, March 8, 12-3 p.m.

Take Great Photos with your Smartphone with Peter Glass
Saturday, March 22 & Saturday, March 29, 12-3 p.m.

April 2025

Watercolor with Mary Smeallie
Wednesdays, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 1-3 p.m.

Take Great Videos with your Smartphone with Peter Glass
Saturdays, April 19 & 26, 12-3 p.m.

May 2025

Color and Value Sketchbook Workshop
Saturdays, May 3, 10, 17, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Watercolor with Mary Smeallie
Wednesdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28, 1-3 p.m.

Spring Card-Making Workshop with Angel Bleggi
Sunday, May 11, 1-3 p.m.

June 2025

Watercolor with Mary Smeallie 
Wednesdays, June 4, 11, 18, 1-3 p.m.

  

Yoga – An Artful Practice at the New Britain Museum of American Art

Led by certified, experienced instructors: Ysanne & Heather from YWCA New Britain

All levels are welcome! Please bring your own mat.

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Walk-In Tour | Museum Masterpieces

Saturdays at 1 p.m. 

Dive into highlights of the NBMAA's permanent collection on this hour-long Docent-led tour.

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Walk-In Tour | Vik Muniz

Sundays at 1 p.m. | October 20, 2024 - February 23, 2025

Join a Docent-led tour through the NBMAA's exhibition Vik Muniz.

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Docent-Led Slow Art Tours

Learn to look slowly, think deeply, and see things differently while making discoveries about works of art.

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These Docent-Led tours are included in Museum admission and FREE for Museum Members. Not a Member yet? Click here to join today!

 

Join us for a variety of Lectures, Gallery Talks, and Artist Talks, related to the NBMAA's permanent collection and special exhibitions. 


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