Solar for Springfield Museums Donors Put Their Money Where It Will Make a Difference in Myriad Ways
Philanthropist fights climate change with solar panels and helps the Museums on the way
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…
Inclusive Exhibit of “Hidden Figures” at Springfield Museums
New Exhibit—Voices of Resilience: The Intersection of Women on the Move—Opens Feb 15 This exhibit takes an inclusive look at women’s history through highlights from the experiences of women and particularly women of color—Africans, African Americans, Caribbeans, Latinas, and Native…
Artist Advocates for the Natural World
A Pioneer in the Green Art Movement, Marlene T. Yu Synthesizes Eastern and Western Themes into Monumental Tributes to Nature The Springfield Museums present The Essence of Nature: Paintings by Marlene T. Yu (Green Movement in Art) in the D’Amour…
Springfield Museums Hosts Dinosaur Train: The Traveling Exhibit
Dinosaur Train: The Traveling Exhibit February 1–May 10, 2020 Springfield Science Museum OPENING DAY FAMILY FUN CELEBRATION February 1, 10am-5pm The Springfield Museums present Dinosaur Train: The Traveling Exhibit, an exhibit based on The Jim Henson Company’s popular PBS KIDS…
Smithsonian Spark!Lab Now Open at Springfield Science Museum
Springfield Museums’ Smithsonian Affiliate Partnership renewed thanks to MassMutual Foundation. SMITHSONIAN SPARK!LAB OPENING EVENTS Friday, January 17: 11 am: OPENING CEREMONY: Astronomy Hall, Science Museum: Including Smithsonian Affiliate & MassMutual Foundation Announcement Friday, January 17, 12:15 pm: SMITHSONIAN LECTURE on…
Hollywood and the Holidays: Winners Are Everywhere in This Festive Community Exhibit
Hollywood & the Holidays Gingerbread Competition and Exhibit November 29–December 31, 2019 Springfield Science Museum The Springfield Museums present the annual gingerbread competition and exhibit, ongoing through December 31 in the Springfield Science Museum. This year the theme is Hollywood…
Sweet on Springfield: The City’s Long History of National (and International) Candy Influence on View November 29
Sweet on Springfield: The Confection Connection November 29, 2019–April 26, 2020 Wood Museum of Springfield History I am always amazed at how entrepreneurial Springfield businesses were—and the energy and reach is no different for confections businesses. They set up shop…