Fitchburg Art Museum

Step into the captivating world of Ancient Egypt at our interactive gallery—a perfect outing for school groups and FAMilies alike! Immerse yourselves in the wonders of this ancient civilization with tomb wall paintings by Joseph Lindon Smith, sculptures, and everyday artifacts. Get involved with hands-on activities like hieroglyph decoding, ancient job interviews, and Nile life trivia games! Kids can even explore a tomb shaft while an automated light and audio tour unveils the mysteries of the Book of the Dead. Don't miss this educational and thrilling journey through Ancient Egypt, generously sponsored by Enterprise Bank. Join us: https://lnkd.in/g6FBstBs #DiscoverAncientEgypt #InteractiveGallery #Education #FamilyFun #AncientCivilization

Have you explored "Africa Rising" at FAM? It's the first exhibition of our new collection of 21st-century African photography. You'll see amazing work by Zanele Muholi, Lalla Essaydi, and Aida Muluneh. This show gives you a taste of the incredible photography happening across Africa today. “Africa Rising” was made possible thanks to support from the Geneviève McMillan–Reba Stewart Foundation. #AfricaRising #FineArtPhotography #FitchburgArtMuseum #Identity #Empowerment #AfroFuturism #FitchburgMA

Step into the vibrant world of Ria Brodell's Butch Heroes at the Fitchburg Art Museum! Since 2010, Brodell has honored the lives and identities of gender-nonconforming individuals across time through powerful portraits inspired by Catholic iconography. Explore the stories of everyday LGBTQ+ love and resilience, Explore more: https://lnkd.in/gcwgcf3S #FitchburgArtMuseum #ArtLovers #CreativeCommunity #ExploreFAM #FitchburgMA #ButchHeroes #QueerHistory #LGBTQIA #RiaBrodell #FAMExhibition Ria Brodell, Carl Lapp c. 1694 Swedish Sápmi, 2012, gouache on paper. Courtesy of the artist.

Join us Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 2:00 pm for Talk & Tour x Two Artists Lindsey Beal and Claudia Olds Goldie Stroll the galleries with two of the artists whose work is now on view in the On Her Terms: Feminine Power Embodied exhibition. Learn about their artwork, creative processes, and artistic practices while you engage with them in a lively dialog. Registration isn't mandatory, but it helps us prepare for your visit. Ticket price covers general museum admission. Don't miss out on this enriching experience. https://lnkd.in/gpmTyqfi Tag a friend and spread the word! Join us in celebrating creativity, learning, and community at the Fitchburg Art Museum. #FitchburgArtMuseum #ArtLovers #CreativeCommunity #ExploreFAM #FitchburgMA #TalkAndTour #ArtistsTalk #OnHerTerms #FemininePower #MuseumExperience

Happy Mother's Day from all of us at Fitchburg Art Museum! We celebrate the love, strength, and beauty of mothers everywhere. Thank you for all that you do. #MothersDay  Mary Cassatt, Under the Horse Chestnut Tree, c. 1896–1897, print, Norcross Collection, 1931.54.

On Her Terms: Feminine Power Embodied" showcases seven contemporary artists who see the body as a source of strength. Azita Moradkhani, Catherine McCarthy, Claudia Olds Goldie, Lindsey Beal, Maria Yolanda Liebana, Minoo Emami, and Nafis White explore the female body as a site of personal agency and political resistance. They draw inspiration from the women's rights movements, hip hop, old medical tools, and Victorian hair weaving to show how women overcome religious oppression, societal expectations, and political disenfranchisement.  Claudia Olds Goldie, Eve’s Quandary, 2018, stoneware, graphite pencil drawing. Courtesy of the artist. https://lnkd.in/gcZVKpQv

Exciting opportunities await! Join the Fitchburg Art Museum team and make an impact in the world of art and culture. Explore our employment and internship opportunities today! #WorkWithFAM #ArtCareers https://lnkd.in/g8pSGsBx

Exciting opportunities await! Join the Fitchburg Art Museum team and make an impact in the world of art and culture. Explore our employment and internship opportunities today! #WorkWithFAM #ArtCareers https://lnkd.in/g8pSGsBx

Hidden Treasures is a FREE art program tailored for individuals who have early to middle stages of Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia, and their caregivers. This program was created in collaboration with the Fitchburg Art Museum and Life Care Centers of America, The Highlands. Join us on upcoming Thursdays May 16, or June 20, from 1-3 pm for an adapted art education program that encourages participants to express their thoughts and feelings. This program is sponsored by Fallon Health. Life Care Centers of America Fallon Health Advance registration is required. You may register online, or by contacting the museum at (978) 424-4542 or education@fitchburgartmuseum.org Link: https://lnkd.in/gUVcXyD4 #FitchburgArtMuseum #ArtLovers #CreativeCommunity #ExploreFAM #FitchburgMA #Dementia #Alzheimers #FreeArt

The 26th Annual Art in Bloom’s Champagne Reception was a celebration to remember! The Fitchburg Art Museum would like to thank Finicky Fork Catering for once again delivering a memorable themed menu of delicious appetizers. Additionally, we would like to thank our neighboring partners, Worker’s Credit Union and Longsjo Middle School, for allowing the Museum to use their parking during the event! https://www.wcu.com/ https://lnkd.in/g3xDkhg3 Art in Bloom wouldn’t be possible without the support of our treasured Community!