Prior Programs
August 2025
Free First Thursday, August 7, 2025; 6-7pm
Salsa Dancing in the Gallery
Join instructor Marissa Monteiro for Salsa Dancing at FAM. This free event will be held in the Ansin Gallery. Participants will take turns dancing in couples for 15 minute intervals.
Sponsored by PosiGen Solar, Salsa Dancing in the Gallery is part of our new Free First Thursday
community programming. Open to all ages. Salsa dancing in the Gallery will be limited to
approximately 10 attendees so please sign up today!
Free First Thursday, August 7, 2025; Drop in anytime from 4-6pm
Art Studio Connections
Visit the galleries then head over the Art Place on Elm for some
hands-on fun. We will guide you in a project inspired by the
exhibitions, that will tap into your creativity and spark your imagination.
All are welcome.
Studio Connections is generously supported by Rockland Trust.
Free First Thursday, August 7, 2025; 12-7pm
Free First Friday
Visit at night and explore the Museum in a different light. Every First Thursday, the museum is free for all visitors, 12 – 7 PM. From 3 – 5:30 PM, shop at the outdoor Fitchburg Farmers’ Market, brought to you by Growing Places and North Central Mass Farmers’ Markets! At our markets, you can use your SNAP benefits, Healthy Incentive Program (HIP), WIC, Senior Farmers Market Coupons, debit, credit, or cash. Free First Thursdays is supported by an endowment given to the Fitchburg Art Museum in memory of Martha Malm.
Free First Thursday, August 7, 2025; 5-7pm
Fitchburg Cultural Council Public Input Meeting
Community Partner Event
Help the Fitchburg Cultural Council prioritize grants for the benefit of Fitchburg residents at its annual public input meeting at 5 PM on August 7, as part of Free First Thursday at FAM. Come inform the FCC on the types of events and programs you’d like to see funded in the next grant cycle. Interested in a grant or joining the council? Learn the grant process, mix and mingle with the councilors and former grantees, and get involved! If you’re inclined, join the Salsa Dancing in the Gallery right after the meeting concludes.
Thursday, August 21, 2025; 1-3pm
Hidden Treasures
This free art program is for individuals in the early to middle stages of Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia. along with their caregivers. Advanced registration required. Hidden Treasures is developed by the Fitchburg Art Museum in collaboration with Life Care Centers of America, The Highlands,
and is generously supported by Fallon Health.
Contact Suzanne Hauerstein at 978-424-4542 or shauerstein@fitchburgartmuseum.org
Saturday, August 23, 2025; 2–3
Artist Talk: Anne Hopkins
Photographer, object-maker, and conceptual artist Anne Hopkins will discuss the inspiration and creative process behind her series Gathered and Seaworthy Vessels with FAM Director Nick Capasso. She is the First Prize Winner from last year’s 88th Regional Exhibition of Art & Craft, and her new work is featured in her solo exhibition at FAM. Learn more about her exhibition here.
Open during Museum hours
Learning Lounges
Visit our family-friendly Learning Lounges, interactive spaces designed to provide fun and engaging ways to explore themes and creative processes featured in our exhibitions. Learning Lounges are generously supported by The Cathedral Fund.
Group Tours
Explore the museum’s exhibitions through guided tours
that encourage close-looking and engaging conversations.
September 2025
Free First Thursday, September 4, 2025; 5:30-7pm
Salsa Dancing in the Gallery
Join instructor Marissa Monteiro for Salsa Dancing at FAM. This free event will be held in the Ansin Gallery. Participants will take turns dancing in couples for 15 minute intervals.
Sponsored by PosiGen Solar, Salsa Dancing in the Gallery is part of our Free First Thursday
community programming. Open to all ages. Salsa dancing in the Gallery will be limited to
approximately 20 attendees, so please sign up today!
Free First Thursday, September 4, 2025; Drop in anytime from 3-5:30pm
Art Studio Connections
Visit the galleries then head over the Art Place on Elm for some
hands-on fun. We will guide you in a project inspired by the
exhibitions, that will tap into your creativity and spark your imagination.
All are welcome.
Studio Connections is generously supported by Rockland Trust.
Free First Thursday, September 4, 2025; 12-7pm
Free First Friday
Visit at night and explore the Museum in a different light. Every First Thursday, the museum is free for all visitors, 12 – 7 PM. From 3 – 5:30 PM, shop at the outdoor Fitchburg Farmers’ Market, brought to you by Growing Places and North Central Mass Farmers’ Markets! At our markets, you can use your SNAP benefits, Healthy Incentive Program (HIP), WIC, Senior Farmers Market Coupons, debit, credit, or cash. Free First Thursdays is supported by an endowment given to the Fitchburg Art Museum in memory of Martha Malm.
Free First Thursday, September 4, 2025; 4:30-5:30pm
Sound Bath
Immerse yourself in a meditative sound bath surrounded by the photography of Boston-based artist Tara Sellios. The Sound Bath is led by local yoga and Reiki instructor, Brandy Lefsyk of Home and Heart Studio. Sponsored by PosiGen Solar, this free event is limited to 20 attendees, so registration is highly recommended.
Open during Museum hours
Learning Lounges
Visit our family-friendly Learning Lounges, interactive spaces designed to provide fun and engaging ways to explore themes and creative processes featured in our exhibitions. Learning Lounges are generously supported by The Cathedral Fund.
Group Tours
Explore the museum’s exhibitions through guided tours
that encourage close-looking and engaging conversations.
Upcoming Programs
Programming will return once the Museum reopens on December 3, 2025.
Use the toggles below to view our upcoming programs.
December 2025
Thursday, December 4, 2025 5:30 – 8 PM
100th Annual Meeting of the Members of the Fitchburg Art Museum
Join us as we kick off our Centennial Celebrations! Drinks and appetizers by Finicky Fork will be served throughout the evening, which will include the Annual Meeting, a 100th Anniversary Toast, a sneak peek of the Centennial Exhibition, and other surprises.
Event sign up is encouraged, but is not required to attend. This event is free and open to the public. All are welcome!
December 3 – 14, 2025
December 26, 2025 – January 4, 2026
MOC, Inc Hosmer Child Care and Head Start Student Exhibition
MOC empowers families to achieve economic security by removing barriers and creating opportunities. Head Start launched in 1965 to help break the cycle of poverty by providing low-income preschool children with comprehensive support for their development.
Thursday, December 11
Holiday Market: Fitchburg Farmers’ Market
FAM is free for all visitors, 12 – 7 PM. From 3 – 5:30 PM, shop at the indoor Holiday Market. In partnership with Growing Places. This programming is supported by an endowment given to FAM in memory of Martha Malm.
Open during Museum hours
Learning Lounges
Visit our family-friendly Learning Lounges, interactive spaces designed to provide fun and engaging ways to explore themes and creative processes featured in our exhibitions. Learning Lounges are generously supported by The Cathedral Fund.
For all Programs & Events above: If you require accessibility accommodations, modifications,
or have specific preferences, please let us know in advance so we can prepare for your visit.
info@fitchburgartmuseum.org
