Admission to the Lyman Allyn is free on the first Saturday of each month.
Come ready for fun artful learning (be sure to dress for mess).
Free First Saturday
Time: 11 am – 1 pm in the art studio
Cost: Free admission all day
- February 1: Valentine’s Cards
- Stop by the Lyman Allyn and make a Valentine’s Day card for someone important in your life.
- March 1: Thuan Vu- Repairing with Gold
- Discover the art of Kintsugi, the Japanese tradition of mending broken pottery with gold, in the exhibition by artist Thuan Vu. Try your hand at “repairing” a tile using Kintsugi techniques to craft your very own coaster. Don’t miss the opportunity to meet the artist in person during your visit!
- April 5: Handweaving
- Enjoy artwork from the Handweaver’s Guild of Connecticut’s Biennial exhibition, then use different tools to weave your own work of art.
- May 3: Busy Bees
- Help the Lyman Allyn prepare for the outdoor art installation The Bee Project. Bring recyclable and non-recyclable materials to make “bees” that can become part of the installation.
- June 7: Word Art
- Express yourself by creating an artwork that features words. Combine wit, humor, quotes, or other big ideas to make a standout piece.
Free First Saturdays are made possible by Chelsea Groton Bank.
At Home Activities
We’ve gathered some of our favorite Free First Saturday and Science Saturday activities that families can do at home! Click on a specific project to be brought to the materials/instructions page.Share your projects on social media and use #LymanAllynFromHome.