The New Bedford Art Museum marks its 30th anniversary with "Best of SouthCoast," a juried exhibition showcasing work by 75 artists. The show spans several centuries and features a range of media, highlighting the region’s rich artistic heritage shaped by nature, culture, and community. Visitors are encouraged to explore the exhibit and discover both shared […]
The New Bedford Art Museum presents The Shape of Who We Are: Exploring Identity, a juried showcase curated by Marcelle Joseph, an independent curator and collector. Identity can connect us […]
Founded in 1850 by Warren Delano II, grandfather of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Riverside is marking its 175th anniversary this year. The rural-style cemetery is known for its landscaped paths […]
The Narrows Center for the Arts will feature In the "Valley of the Shadow: The Cost of Walking with Death," an exhibition by renowned military artist Brian Fox. The collection […]
Join a weekly yoga class designed to welcome individuals of all abilities, ages, and body types. Discover the physical, mental, and emotional benefits of yoga in a weekly class led by Audra Andrade, a yogini who lives with low-vision. This class is suitable for those living with low vision or blindness. Audra creates a welcoming, […]
Whether you are an enthusiastic beginner or an experienced pro with the wheel, you are welcome in this class. The curriculum will cover all aspects of the ceramics process. Students will learn how to throw on the potter’s wheel and you will practice new throwing techniques and hone specific skills. An instructor will help students […]
UMass Dartmouth CVPA Campus Gallery presents Emma Kathleen Hepburn Ferrer’s first U.S. solo exhibition. The opening reception is Thursday, Nov. 6, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. An artist talk starts […]
FriYAY brings a mix of folk, soul, pop, rock, jazz, and more. Local musicians perform a two-hour set that feels different every time. The Eastern Medicine Singers will perform on […]
The Resilience Project, funded by New Bedford Creative and the Mass Cultural Council, features original oil paintings by New Bedford artist Mary Monteiro. Her work centers on community resilience and […]
A Gingerbread House Workshop at the NBAM lets children design and decorate their own holiday creations. Participants use frosting and candy to build festive houses with music and cocoa in […]
Singer-songwriter Putnam Murdock returns to the Marion Art Center for an evening of Americana music. Known for his blend of folk, country, and blues, Murdock brings decades of performing and […]
Business After Hours this month will be held at the New Bedford Art Museum on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. The event features guided tours, interactive […]
SnapLab: Photography Studio Sessions is an introductory photography course designed for anyone interested in building a strong foundation in photography. Each class combines three key elements: guided instruction, a photo walk to apply new concepts in the field, and a collaborative studio session for editing, critique, and discussion. This mix ensures participants not only learn […]
Join instructor Georgina Melone on Saturday, Nov. 29, from noon to 2 p.m. for a festive wreath-making workshop. The fee is $58 for members and $65 for nonmembers. Materials are […]
Printmaking for the Holidays is Thursday, Dec. 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the New Bedford Art Museum. Artist Jeff “Pixel” Palmer guides students in carving and printing reusable […]
Putnam Murdock will perform at the New Bedford Art Museum on Friday, Dec. 5, from 6 to 8 p.m. He tours with his band as they support his new album, […]
Get into the holiday spirit with ceramic artist Jillian McEvoy. This joyful four-week hand-building ceramics workshop runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays Nov. 22 and 29 and Dec. 6 and 13. Each class focuses on a new project including ornaments, mugs and candle holders. The final session covers glazing. No wheel experience […]
Winter Wonders at the Art Museum runs Dec. 29 to Jan. 2 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the New Bedford Art Museum. The weeklong program invites young artists to create seasonal artwork through daily projects and activities. Each session includes guided lessons, creative games, and open studio time. Students learn from professional teaching […]
The open figure drawing studio is available for $20 per session. Artists of all levels are welcome to work from a live nude model in a relaxed, self-guided environment. Sessions run for three hours, starting with short gestures and progressing to longer poses. There will be no formal instruction during the class; artists are encouraged […]
Whether you use your sketchbook to creatively brainstorm a work project, capture daily observations, imagine a fantasy world, or just mindfully doodle, it can be a unique record of your day or your life. Join other sketchers at our informal gathering, led by local artist and illustrator Isiah Botelho. Each session will kick off with […]
Folk, soul, pop, electronica, rock, hip-hop, and jazz, are just some of the genres you might hear at any given FriYAY event. Hear local musicians play a two-hour set. Upcoming: The Punk Cellist The Art Museum presents The Punk Cellist. As a graduate of Berklee College of Music, Ian Legge combines his formal training with […]
Families can drop in for art activities every Sunday at the New Bedford Art Museum. Designed for children ages 4 to 12 and their caregivers, the program offers hands-on projects inspired by current exhibitions, with time to explore, create, and connect. Activities run from 2 to 5 p.m. each Sunday. Children must be accompanied by […]
Experience Movement at the Museum: In a Landscape, an event that celebrates dance through performances, talks, and workshops spanning modern dance and ballet. This month features Steven Vaughn, whose new […]
Homecoming opens on AHA! Night at the New Bedford Art Museum as part of the public debut of the exhibition. Doors are open Thursday, Feb. 12, from 5 to 8 p.m. Admission is free. This show launches a new series centered on the collecting interests of South Coast art patrons. Works are drawn from private […]
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