From Sea to Shining Sea: American Vistas in Currier & Ives Prints
Nineteenth century Americans were captivated by the newfound natural wonders of their young country. Fueled by the 1849 California Gold Rush and the establishment of the first transcontinental railroad in 1869, westward expansion was in full swing. While American painters…
Human Plus: Real Lives + Real Engineering
This engaging exhibition shows how we all can use our ingenuity to build body replacements, develop brain-machine interfaces, and engineer unique assistive tools that push human potential beyond limits. Human Plus invites visitors to explore the dynamic, creative, user-focused engineering…
Two Lives, One Passion: American Impressionist Paintings and Sketches by William Jurian Kaula and Lee Lufkin Kaula
Who were William Jurian Kaula and Lee Lufkin Kaula? Why have many of us never heard of them? Part of the Museums' Rediscovering American Artists series, Two Lives, One Passion will introduce visitors to the Kaulas through their paintings and…
Gingerbread in Space: Gingerbread Competition
Experience the annual gingerbread competition and exhibit that meshes two of our favorite things—baking and creativity! The awe-inspiring entries celebrate popular science fiction and the wonders of astronomy. The gingerbread creations are set amongst a display of festive holiday trees…
Jack & Jackie: The Kennedys in the White House
Focused and elegant, the first family made a lasting impression on our nation. In collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution and private collectors, this exhibition explores the legacy of the Kennedys as promoters of art, culture, and elegance. Twenty-seven iconic photographs…
Chagall for Children
Focusing on the works of Marc Chagall, this one-of-a-kind experience is a unique approach to introducing families to art through the life and work of a master artist, helping children and adults alike develop a greater understanding and appreciation of…
Marc Chagall and Friends: The Salon des Indépendants
Work by the pioneer of Modern Art, Marc Chagall (1887-1985) and his contemporaries, drawn from the permanent collection of the Michele and Donald D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts, provide a glimpse into the influential avant-garde styles that converged in Paris…
Once Upon a Time… Exploring the World of Fairy Tales
Visitors will be whisked away into fairy tales from around the world! Each classic story is represented in larger-than-life pages with hands-on activities. Visitors can step inside each tale and become part of it by using costumes and interactive play…
Radiant Abstractions: Metallic Photographs by Rebecca McMann
A keen observer of nature’s details, shapes and patterns, Connecticut based artist Rebecca McMann transforms photographs of everyday objects into striking abstract images. This exhibition includes twenty-six of McMann’s unique photographs which have been digitally enhanced and printed on aluminum…
Meow Mix: Feline Prints from the Permanent Collection
From comic strips to television to songs, cats have clawed their way into every corner of pop culture—and into the collection of the D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts. This exhibit features works on paper that celebrate the image of our…
Jeweled Objects of Desire
All that glitters is gold—and diamonds, pearls, rubies, emeralds and sapphires! Visitors of all ages will be dazzled by extraordinary gems, beautiful jewelry and fantastically embellished creations from the collections of the Smithsonian Institution. Presenting uncut examples of precious materials…
Zoo in You: The Human Microbiome
It's time to meet your microbes! Trillions of microbes make their homes inside our bodies, and we wouldn’t be able to survive without each other! Zoo in You, invites visitors of all ages to explore this fascinating and complex world…