Past Exhibitions

Voices of Resilience: The Intersection of Women on the Move

Exhibition Extended! Voices of Resilience celebrates the intersecting lives of women in Massachusetts and beyond who have changed the course of history. Through highlights of diverse ‘hidden figures’ and narratives, this exhibition explores the collaborative and interconnected stories of social, educational,…

The Essence of Nature: Paintings by Marlene T. Yu (The Green Movement in Art)

Inspired by the natural world, Marlene T. Yu (born 1937) creates monumental canvases using energetic brushstrokes and vibrant colors. Born in Taiwan and trained in Chinese brush painting as well as academic drawing, Yu came to the United States in…

The Lion Guard: The Exhibit

Experience an adventure through the Pride Lands where kids and families will be inspired to protect the Circle of Life. Children will have the opportunity to train in the Lion Guard’s secret lair, explore the power of teamwork by utilizing…

Wild Kratts: Creature Power

Get ready for an Extraordinary Adventure! Step into the world of Wild Kratts® to explore the secret lives of amazing creatures in this special exhibit. Immerse yourself in animal habitats from around the globe, discover incredible creature powers and go…

Sweet on Springfield: The Confection Connection

Extended by popular demand! Innovation in Springfield brought sweet success for clever entrepreneurs engaged in the business of candy making. For fifty years, New England Equipment was the largest manufacturer of candy and chocolate making machinery in the world, which…

Dinosaur Train: The Traveling Exhibit

Don't miss this adventure back to the time of dinosaurs and unearth basic concepts in life science, natural history, and paleontology! Join a curious Tyrannosaurus Rex named Buddy who travels the world to discover everything there is to know about…

Hollywood & the Holidays

Experience the annual gingerbread competition and exhibit that meshes two of our favorite things—baking and creativity! Amazing gingerbread creations inspired by Christmas movies created by local bakeries, schools, adults and kids displayed along with festively decorated holiday trees, enchanting lights,…

Sweet: A Tasty Journey

Extended by popular demand! Unwrap the origins of our candy cravings! From the history of candy itself to its role within pop culture, this exhibition creates an immersive experience to learn about the nuts and sprinkles of the candy and…

2019 Springfield Preservation Trust Award Winners

The mission of the Springfield Preservation Trust is to preserve and protect properties in Springfield, Massachusetts which have architectural, historic, educational, or general cultural significance for public edification and enjoyment. Through the Annual Preservation Awards, tours of historic homes, its…