OLD LYME -- Lyme Academy of Fine Arts hosts four comprehensive painting workshops in April, May and June. These workshops offer students an opportunity to work closely with nationally-renowned guest artists for a concentrated and intensive period of time. Students will gain technical experience and insight into the diverse perspectives and methodologies of figurative and … [Read more...] about Nationally Renowned Guest Artists Lead Painting Workshops at Lyme Academy
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Registration Now Open for Variety of Summer Youth Programs at Lyme Academy
OLD LYME -- This summer, Lyme Academy of Fine Arts will offer a full schedule of summer art programs for students ages 11 and up. Storied landscapes coupled with in-studio instruction by acclaimed, professional artists will provide an exceptional opportunity for students to improve their artistic skills. The three distinctive youth programs include a Pre-College and Middle … [Read more...] about Registration Now Open for Variety of Summer Youth Programs at Lyme Academy
“Star of Freedom” Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse
IVORYTON -- Last Thursday, April 7, a new musical written by Connecticut writers took the stage in Ivoryton, sparking laughter, cheers and a standing ovation. Star of Freedom, with music and lyrics by Jeff Blaney and book by Lawrence Thelen, opened the Playhouse’s 2022 Season. Based on Blaney’s concept album Exodus, Star of Freedom takes the audience on a journey with Sean … [Read more...] about “Star of Freedom” Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse
Lyme Art Association Presents an ‘Exhibition in Four Acts’ Through April 7
OLD LYME -- Four new exhibitions, each with a different theme, will be on view in the historic galleries of the Lyme Art Association (LAA) from March 4 through April 7. 'Poetry of Motion', 'Black and White', 'Wanderlust', and 'Renewal: Visions of Spring' will run concurrently, each in a separate room. The Exhibition in Four Acts is one of the LAA's most engaging exhibitions, … [Read more...] about Lyme Art Association Presents an ‘Exhibition in Four Acts’ Through April 7
Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival Returns July 30, LYSB Hosts 5K Run in Morning — Registration Now Open!
OLD LYME -- After the disappointment of Old Lyme's Midsummer Festival being cancelled for the past two years due to the COVID pandemic, we are thrilled to announce that it will be taking place again this year! So mark your calendars now for the full-day event on Saturday, July 30, with the traditional, outdoor concert at the Florence Griswold Museum taking place the evening … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival Returns July 30, LYSB Hosts 5K Run in Morning — Registration Now Open!
Florence Griswold Museum Hosts Exhibition of Historic Quilts, Bedcovers Through May 1, Masterpieces from Local Area
OLD LYME -- A new exhibition titled, New London County Quilts and Bed Covers, 1750–1825, is on view at the Florence Griswold Museum (FGM) in Old Lyme through May 1, 2022. The exhibition examines some of America’s most celebrated items of textile folk art, all produced here in the southeastern corner of Connecticut. Curated by Lynne Z. Bassett, this exhibition of rare … [Read more...] about Florence Griswold Museum Hosts Exhibition of Historic Quilts, Bedcovers Through May 1, Masterpieces from Local Area
PARJE Selects Lead Artists for Sister Murals in Old Lyme, New London
OLD LYME/NEW LONDON -- This spring, Public Art for Racial Justice Education (PARJE) will bring its Sister Murals Project to Old Lyme and New London. PARJE, which was officially launched March 1, 2021, utilizes the broad appeal of art and education to confront racial injustice. Last month, after the unveiling of its first Sister Mural in Norwich on Martin Luther King Jr. … [Read more...] about PARJE Selects Lead Artists for Sister Murals in Old Lyme, New London
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Students Win Major Awards at 2022 CT Scholastic Art Contest
OLD LYME -- Six students from the Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) Art Department were recognized at this year’s prestigious Connecticut Scholastic Art Awards. The contest celebrates the work of talented young artists in the state in grades 7 through 12. Student artwork is juried by professional artists and university art faculty and selected on merit for inclusion in a … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Students Win Major Awards at 2022 CT Scholastic Art Contest
Lyman Allyn Art Museum Showcases Recent Work by Marian Bingham, on View Through April 10
NEW LONDON – The Lyman Allyn Art Museum announces the opening of Locations: Recent Work by Marian Bingham, on view Feb. 5 through April 10. Bingham, better known as “Bing,” is an award-winning artist, printmaker, and longtime Connecticut resident, who played a significant role in the state’s art community for decades. The Lyman Allyn’s exhibition explores place, … [Read more...] about Lyman Allyn Art Museum Showcases Recent Work by Marian Bingham, on View Through April 10
Ruth Ann Heller Music Foundation Announces Scholarships to Lyme-Old Lyme Music Students
LYME-OLD LYME -- UPDATED 2/3/22 with revised information sent by the Ruth Ann Heller Music Foundation: The Ruth Ann Heller Music Foundation Board of Trustees has announced its awards for private study music scholarships for 2020-21 to students from Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) High School and LOL Middle School. Award recipients from LOL High School are: Ava Gilbert Gr 9 Flute Andrew … [Read more...] about Ruth Ann Heller Music Foundation Announces Scholarships to Lyme-Old Lyme Music Students
Registration for Cappella Cantorum Spring Concert Continues Online
LYME/OLD LYME/AREAWIDE -- Cappella Cantorum MasterWorks Chorus continues its 2021-2022 season with rehearsals for the Spring Concert starting Monday, Jan. 17, 2022 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Centerbrook, CT. After Jan.17, it will still be possible to register online or call 860-941-8243 for assistance. Singers from across the area, including the Towns of Lyme and Old … [Read more...] about Registration for Cappella Cantorum Spring Concert Continues Online
Major Retrospective Exhibition of Work by Prominent US Artist Lennart Anderson Opens at Lyme Academy
OLD LYME - On Friday, Jan.14, 2022, Lennart Anderson: A Retrospective opens in the Chauncey Stillman Gallery at Lyme Academy of Fine Arts and is on view through March 18. Described by the New York Times as one of the "most prominent and admired painters to translate figurative art into a modern idiom,” Lennart Anderson (1928-2015) was an American artist renowned for his … [Read more...] about Major Retrospective Exhibition of Work by Prominent US Artist Lennart Anderson Opens at Lyme Academy
‘First Impressions’ Associate Artist, ‘Congratulations’ Exhibitions Open at Lyme Art Association
OLD LYME -- Lyme Art Association (LAA)’s First Impressions exhibition is a juried exhibition of the Association’s Associate Artist members, accomplished artists who have been successfully exhibiting in selective shows. This exhibit will include a variety of media and themes: landscape, portrait, and still life paintings, as well as sculpture. In addition, the three new … [Read more...] about ‘First Impressions’ Associate Artist, ‘Congratulations’ Exhibitions Open at Lyme Art Association
Lyme Academy Welcomes Community to Enchanted Afternoon of Seasonal Celebrations
OLD LYME -- There were smiles everywhere on Saturday afternoon when Lyme Academy of Fine Arts opened its doors and grounds to the community to celebrate the season. Asked after the event how she felt this inaugural event had worked out, Mora Rowe, Executive Director of Lyme Academy told LymeLine, "Our first annual tree lighting was the picture of holiday cheer, with … [Read more...] about Lyme Academy Welcomes Community to Enchanted Afternoon of Seasonal Celebrations
Florence Griswold Museum Presents ‘Revisiting America: The Prints of Currier & Ives’ Through Jan. 23
OLD LYME -- The Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme, Connecticut, presents Revisiting America: The Prints of Currier & Ives, on view through Jan. 23, 2022. Currier & Ives was a prolific printmaking firm based in New York City in the 19th century. Founded by Nathaniel Currier in 1834 and expanded by partner James Merritt Ives in 1856, the firm produced millions of … [Read more...] about Florence Griswold Museum Presents ‘Revisiting America: The Prints of Currier & Ives’ Through Jan. 23