Springfield Museums, Exhibits

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

New/Now: Contemporary Art Acquisitions January 28, 2023–July 30, 2023 D'Amour Museum of Fine Arts Contemporary art is, simply put, the art of our time. New/Now highlights works created between 1996 and 2020 that have been added to the D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts’ permanent collection in the last two years. The exceptional prints, paintings, and mixed media […]

Springfield Museums, Festival of Flowers

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

The Springfield Museums will burst with color during the 10th annual Festival of Flowers March 30-April 2. Objects in the art, science and history museums will be creatively interpreted by talented florists and garden club members. Celebrate the spring season while enjoying this beautiful and joyful show. To compound the joy, the floral fashion show returns […]

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Springfield Museums, à la Carte Lectures

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Join us for our weekly lectures series! In-person tickets available at the Welcome Center on the day of the lecture; virtual registration (recommended in advance) at SpringfieldMuseums.org. Mar 30, 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm Creating Floral Arrangements: A Talk and Demonstration Museums a la Carte Lecture $4 Join us in-person or online! If you plan to attend […]

Springfield Museums, Festival of Flowers After Hours

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and cocktails as you tour the floral displays in the art, science and history museums. Watch as local florists create arrangements using surprise materials in the Design Challenge. Participate in interactive activities and be amazed by the roving floral fashion. Food and entertainment included; cash bar. Reservations Suggested! RSVP Now! March 30 […]

Springfield Museums, Early Enrichment Day

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Early Enrichment Day: Seussian Storybook Explorations April 3 @ 9:30 am–10:30 am A special day designed just for our youngest visitors! Gain exclusive access to the Museums and enjoy hands-on activities, interactive gallery games, crafts, museum exploration, and much more with your students! Most appropriate for children ages 2-5. Registration is required! Call 413.314.6422 or […]

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Springfield Museums, à la Carte Lectures

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Join us for our weekly lectures series! In-person tickets available at the Welcome Center on the day of the lecture; virtual registration (recommended in advance) at SpringfieldMuseums.org. Apr 6 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm Sassafras, Big Dogs, and English Settlers on Cape Cod Museums a la Carte Lecture $4 Apr 13 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm Mars: Our Next […]

Springfield Museums, Stars over Springfield

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Join members of the Springfield Stars Club for a discussion of current topics in astronomy and, weather permitting,  skygazing in the Science Museum’s observatory. Tonight’s Topic: Ed Faits, Northern Lights: The “Magical” Phenomenon in the Night Sky Purchase entry on the evening of the program at the Museums: $3 adults, $2 children. Visit the Springfield Stars club […]

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Springfield Museums, Sensory Friendly Saturday

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Sensory Friendly Saturdays provide less noise, less bright light, and cool-down spaces for those who have sensory sensitivity. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum will open early, with some exhibits will be modified to provide an opportunity for people with a range of differing abilities to experience what these Museums have to offer. […]

Springfield Walking Tours

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Second Saturday Walking Tours: Join us for the “Great Houses of the McKnight Historic District” walking tour, part of our Second Saturday Walking Tour series. The McKnight Neighborhood contains 800 homes and was developed from 1870-1900 by the McKnight Brothers. The city’s first Street Car suburb, it is still the largest intact wood frame Victorian […]

Springfield Museums, Early Enrichment Day

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Early Enrichment Day: Seussian Storybook Explorations A special day designed just for our youngest visitors! Gain exclusive access to the Museums and enjoy hands-on activities, interactive gallery games, crafts, museum exploration, and much more with your students! Most appropriate for children ages 2-5. Registration is required! Call 413.314.6422 or email [email protected]

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Springfield Museums, à la Carte Lectures

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Join us for our weekly lectures series! In-person tickets available at the Welcome Center on the day of the lecture; virtual registration (recommended in advance) at SpringfieldMuseums.org. Apr 6 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm Sassafras, Big Dogs, and English Settlers on Cape Cod Museums a la Carte Lecture $4 Apr 13 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm Mars: Our Next […]

Springfield Museums, Earth Day Festival

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Our annual celebration of clean air, land, and water featuring eco-friendly demonstrations, special exhibits, and a performance Bluegrass band Boys of the Landfill on the Quadrangle Green. Free and open to the public! Premier Partner: Mass Audubon Allen Bird Club Springfield Armory National Historic Site Regreen Springfield Greening the Gateway Cities Program – Springfield Springfield […]

Springfield Museums, Observatory Night

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

There’s no school Monday, so come on out Sunday evening for some astronomy at the Springfield Science Museum! We’ll have a special view of the stars, Moon, and planets in our Science Workshop; viewing through our 20-inch rooftop telescope (weather permitting); and other hands-on astronomy activities and games. Limited Capacity – Reservations Suggested RSVP Now […]

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Springfield Museums, à la Carte Lectures

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Join us for our weekly lectures series! In-person tickets available at the Welcome Center on the day of the lecture; virtual registration (recommended in advance) at SpringfieldMuseums.org. Apr 6 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm Sassafras, Big Dogs, and English Settlers on Cape Cod Museums a la Carte Lecture $4 Apr 13 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm Mars: Our Next […]

Springfield Museums, Seymour Planetarium Re-Opening

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Educator Preview: Seymour Planetarium Re-Opening Our new full-dome Zeiss video system creates immersive experiences with a pure black background, enhancing the beauty of our historic Korkosz projector’s optical star field. Be one of the first people to experience the Springfield Science Museum’s new planetarium system! Learn about how this state of the art technology can […]

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Springfield Museums, à la Carte Lectures

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Join us for our weekly lectures series! In-person tickets available at the Welcome Center on the day of the lecture; virtual registration (recommended in advance) at SpringfieldMuseums.org. Apr 6 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm Sassafras, Big Dogs, and English Settlers on Cape Cod Museums a la Carte Lecture $4 Apr 13 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm Mars: Our Next […]

Springfield Museums, Seymour Planetarium Re-Opening

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Women in STEM Preview: Seymour Planetarium Re-Opening Our new full-dome Zeiss video system creates immersive experiences with a pure black background, enhancing the beauty of our historic Korkosz projector’s optical star field. Hosted by Jenny Powers, Director of the Springfield Science Museum, join your fellow female science professionals and enthusiasts for an adult beverage or […]

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Springfield Museums, à la Carte Lectures

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Join us for our weekly lectures series! In-person tickets available at the Welcome Center on the day of the lecture; virtual registration (recommended in advance) at SpringfieldMuseums.org. Apr 6 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm Sassafras, Big Dogs, and English Settlers on Cape Cod Museums a la Carte Lecture $4 Apr 13 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm Mars: Our Next […]

Springfield Museums, Stars over Springfield

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Join members of the Springfield Stars Club for a discussion of current topics in astronomy and, weather permitting,  skygazing in the Science Museum’s observatory. Tonight’s Topic: Richard Sanderson, “The Science Museum’s Expedition to Africa to View the Eclipse of the Century.” This summer marks the 50th anniversary of Warren Fillmore’s 1973 expedition to East Africa. Purchase […]

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Springfield Museums, Sensory Friendly Saturday

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Sensory Friendly Saturdays provide less noise, less bright light, and cool-down spaces for those who have sensory sensitivity. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum will open early, with some exhibits will be modified to provide an opportunity for people with a range of differing abilities to experience what these Museums have to offer. […]