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| Name | The Florence Griswold Museum |
| Brief Description | The Home of American Impressionism |
| Type | Attraction |
| Category | Mystic Country Connecticut Art Museum |
| Description | A historic center for American art, the Florence Griswold Museum encompasses eleven acres along the Lieutenant River in Old Lyme. In addition to the original 1817 Griswold House, where the artists of the Lyme Art colony lived, the Museum features a contemporary riverfront gallery, education center, historic gardens, and a restored artist studio.
EXHIBITIONS
through April 17, 2005
*****A Matter of Style: The Influence of French Art on the Old Lyme Art Colony
View the history of the Lyme Art Colony from its roots as the "American Barbizon," through its development into the "American Giverny."
through May 29, 2005
*****From Likeness to Landscape: American Art from the Hartford Steam Boiler Collection
A survey of the history of American art from eighteenth-century and early nineteenth-century portraiture through Impressionism.
May 1 through September 11, 2005
*****May Night: Willard Metcalf in Old Lyme
Metcalf's landscapes created at Old Lyme were acclaimed by critics, sought out by collectors, and provided the impetus for his reputation as a major figure in American Art. The Museum is home to the largest public collection of Metcalf artifacts. May Night emphasizes these holdings as well as loans from distinguished private collections and public institutions such as the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Smithsonian American Art Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
September 17, 2005 through January 8, 2006
******The Allen Sisters: Pictorial Photographers of New England 1885-1920
Sisters Frances and Mary Allen created exquisite photographs of New England country life, figure and child studies, and landscapes of New England, Great Britain and California. The exhibition will compare and contrast pictorialist photography with paintings of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
November 19, 2005 through January 8, 2006
******The Magic of Christmas
The Museum’s alive with the sparkle and excitement of lavish Fantasy Trees inspired by exotic lands and faraway places and the holiday icon, Miss Florence’s Artist Tree. Wooden palettes painted by over 50 artists highlight this 12-foot tree.
PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Every Sunday April through December
******Impromptu Encounters with Art 1-5pm
Every Sunday visitors are encouraged to try their hand painting plein air, in the open air, just like the Lyme Art Colony artists. Painters are given brushes, palette, paint, canvas, and a smock and are sent to paint down by the river or in Miss Florence's garden. All ages and skill levels welcome. There are also hands-on art projects, books, games and puzzles to enjoy. A great way to spend the day.
Saturday, May 7
*****FREE DAY 10am-5pm
Gather family and friends, and be our guests for a free day of exciting programs, great art, and beautiful views.
Sunday, July 10
*****Historic Gardens Day 1-5pm Free with Museum Admission
Nine historic garden sites throughout Connecticut celebrate this second annual Historic Gardens Day. Each site hosts special events and activities. Go to www.flogris.org for more information.
Friday, July 29
*****Midsummer Concert 7pm FREE
Band to be announced. Enjoy a concert on the banks of the Lieutenant River. There will be plenty of green grass for picnicking. Desserts and beverages available for sale during the concert.
Saturday, July 30
****Old Lyme Midsummer Festival 8am-3pm
Festival takes place in the heart of Old Lyme’s historic district and features performances and artist demonstrations, an outdoor art sale, puppets, musical performances, hands-on activities for all ages, a French-style country market, special exhibitions, food and much more. |
| Address | 96 Lyme Street |
| CSZ | Old Lyme, CT 06371 |
| Website | www.flogris.org |
| Additional Information | Additional Information |
| Information Request | Request Mystic Country Connecticut Visitor Information |
| Last Updated | 2/24/2005 |
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