Upcoming Programs
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April 2025
Thursday, April 24 – Sunday, April 27, 2025 — Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom returns this Spring to the Fitchburg Art Museum. Visit the Fitchburg Art Museum and enjoy floral arrangements crafted by local florists, artists, and Laurelwood Garden Club members inspired by the works of art on view.
The Champagne Reception will be on Friday, April 25, 2025 from 6-8pm.
May 2025
Thursday, May 1, 2025; 12-7pm — Free First Thursday
Visit at night and explore the Museum in a different light. Every first Thursday of the month, admission to the Museum is FREE for everyone with extended hours from 12 to 7pm. There is no need to register ahead of time. Shop at the indoor Fitchburg Farmers’ Market at the Fitchburg Art Museum, brought to you by Growing Places! At our markets, you can use your SNAP benefits, Healthy Incentive Program (HIP), WIC, Senior Farmers Market Coupons, debit, credit, or cash. All are welcome! 3:00-5:30pm on First Thursdays. Free First Thursdays is supported by an endowment given to the Fitchburg Art Museum in memory of Martha Malm.
Saturday, May 17, 2025; 11am-12:30pm (in english) and 2-3:30pm (en español) — FAMily Program: Festival: A Celebration of African Art at FAM
Enjoy gallery activities and art making with the whole family with our FAMily Program. In this program we prioritize the joy of looking at and talking about works of art, combined with using tangible materials for making art that creates connections to the exhibitions. This program is perfect for young artists or art enthusiasts between the ages of 7 to 15 and their favorite adult. Learn more and sign up to secure your spot, space is limited.
This program is supported by a generous grant from Enterprise Bank with additional support from The Cathedral Fund.
Friday, May 23, 2025; 11:59 PM EDT — Close of Call for Artwork Submissions: 89th Regional Exhibition of Art & Craft
This is the last day to submit entries into the Regional Exhibition for 2025. Set your calendar reminders!
June 2025
Thursday, June 5, 2025; 12-7pm — Free First Thursday
Visit at night and explore the Museum in a different light. Every first Thursday of the month, admission to the Museum is FREE for everyone with extended hours from 12 to 7pm. There is no need to register ahead of time. Shop at the indoor Fitchburg Farmers’ Market at the Fitchburg Art Museum, brought to you by Growing Places! At our markets, you can use your SNAP benefits, Healthy Incentive Program (HIP), WIC, Senior Farmers Market Coupons, debit, credit, or cash. All are welcome! 3:00-5:30pm on First Thursdays. Free First Thursdays is supported by an endowment given to the Fitchburg Art Museum in memory of Martha Malm.
Saturday, June 7, 2025; 2pm — Artist Talk: Ari Montford: Freedom Arrows
Join cultural practitioner Ari Montford for an engaging conversation about their installation Freedom Arrows, currently on view at FAM. Montford will explore themes of freedom and creative expression from their perspective as a Black, Indigenous, and Two-Spirit artist, and will engage in a community conversation on cultural and societal representation in the visual arts.
Mark your calendars now and check back as the date approaches for a registration link.
Friday, June 27, 2025; 6-8pm — FAM Summer Party
Celebrating our 89th Annual Regional Exhibition of Art and Craft! Mark your calendars now and check back as the date approaches for a registration link.
