Press Release Archive

The Springfield Museums at the Quadrangle are recruiting volunteer docents to conduct tours and programs for children and adults in the two Springfield Art Museums and in the Springfield Science Museum.

Just in time for the Fourth of July and in anticipation of the November presidential election, the D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts is presenting an exhibition that pays tribute to the American Presidency. Hail to the Chief: Power, Politics and Presidents Portrayed by Currier & Ives will be on view from June 26, 2012 through January 20, 2013.

The Springfield Museums will present their third annual Indian Day, a revival of the long-standing celebration and rally of the classic motorcycles that were manufactured in the city from 1901 to 1953.

Family fun is in store for visitors to the Springfield Museums from July 9 through August 17 during “Summer Spectacular,” six weeks of live performances, music, puppet shows, art activities, and hands-on science activities. Live performances will be offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Activities are free with the price of museum admission unless noted.

The oldest surviving Stevens-Duryea automobile is now on view in the Lyman & Merrie Wood Museum of Springfield History. The 1903 vehicle is on loan from a private collector.

Tiffany stained glass lamps and church windows will be displayed in two colorful exhibitions opening June 12 at the Michele & Donald D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts at the Quadrangle.

Children are invited to enter the royal world of kings and queens in the special exhibit LEGO® Castle Adventure, on view at the Springfield Science Museum from June 9 through September 9.

The Springfield Museum have announced new admission prices for June 1 through August 31.

The selected candidate must be dynamic and entrepreneurial in order to lead the Springfield Museums in achieving institutional advancement goals.

The Springfield Museums at the Quadrangle will be open seven days a week from June 18 through August 31.