Springfield Museums Close Temporarily March 14-May 4
In response to the community health effort to slow and stem the spread of COVID-19, the Springfield Museums will be closed to the public March 14 through May 4. All public events, programs, classes, trips, and club meetings are canceled…
Fantastic Ruins: Visions of Italy by Giovanni Battista Piranesi on display
Fantastic Ruins: Etchings by Giovanni Battista Piranesi March 17, 2020–July 19, 2020 D'Amour Museum of Fine Arts The Springfield Museums present a new exhibit: Fantastic Ruins: Etchings by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, opening March 17 and on view through July 19…
New Gala Celebrates Spring: A Seasonal Spectacular at the Springfield Museums
Floralia: A Seasonal Spectacular Spring Gala at the Springfield Museums Friday, April 3, 6-9 pm The Springfield Museums welcome spring with a celebration titled Floralia: A Seasonal Spectacular! A departure from the traditional December Gala, Floralia will be the Museums’…
Lunchtime Lectures Continue at Museums
Museums á la Carte Lecture Series 12:15 at Davis Auditorium D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts The Springfield Museums’ popular lunchtime lecture series Museums á la Carte announces its Spring and Summer 2020 lectures. Guests are welcome to bring a lunch…
Dr. Seuss Plate Nearly in Production
Only ~280 Applications to Go to Have the Cat in Tow! This plate is an opportunity to celebrate all that makes learning fun. Dr. Seuss once wrote: ‘Think and wonder. Wonder and think.’ That is the recipe for expanding your…
Springfield Student Art Shines in Springfield Museums
Viewing the work of our city’s children and youth is inspiring, and always delightfully surprising. There is so much skill there and so much wonderful imagination. We are proud to show it here at our Museums.—Kay Simpson, President and CEO…
Solar for Springfield Museums Donors Put Their Money Where It Will Make a Difference in Myriad Ways
Opening Event for Voices of Resilience: Inclusive Exhibit of “Hidden Figures” Inspires Event Speakers
Opening Ceremony Voices of Resilience: The Intersection of Women on the Move February 15, 11am D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts The Springfield Museums will hold opening ceremonies for the new exhibit Voices of Resilience: The Intersection of Women on the…
Candy Science is a Sugar Rush: School Vacation Week Fun at the Museums
Sugar Rush: From Masterpiece to Mad Science February 17-21, 10 am–5 pm Food innovation and food science is fascinating. Cotton candy in particular offers an intriguing history and a unique sensory experience. So I am looking forward most of all…
Sensory Friendly Saturdays Provide a Quiet Welcome at Springfield Museums
Sensory Friendly Saturdays Monthly on Second Saturdays; 9 am–11 am Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum The Springfield Museums became Universal Participation Designated Spring 2019 as part of a Massachusetts Cultural Council program to help…
Legislators Celebrate Improvements to the Springfield Science Museum
The recreation of the International Space Station, along with major digital upgrades to our historic Planetarium, will accelerate our campaign to transform the Science Museum into a dynamic 21st century learning center. —Kay Simpson, President and CEO of the Springfield…
Nominations Open for 2020 Ubora and Ahadi Awards
The Springfield Museums is seeking nominations for the 29th annual Ubora Award and the 11th annual Ahadi Youth Award. These prestigious awards—conferred by the African Hall Subcommittee—are awarded to African-American people from Greater Springfield who have—above and beyond—demonstrated commitment to…
