Past Events

Holocaust scholar Dr. Hank Knight explores the concept of “historical trauma.”

Design and build an original LEGO structure, and display it at BMAC!

BMAC will be closed November 6-7 for the installation of the 12th Annual LEGO Contest & Exhibit.

Elayne Clift leads teachers in a series of writing prompts based on current exhibits.

Learn the basics of reading tarot cards from Margaret Shipman and Stacy Salpietro-Babb, the creators of the Wayfarer Tarot.

Michael Wojtech, author of Bark: A Field Guide to Trees of the Northeast, leads this tree identification workshop.

A concert of Sephardic music sung in Ladino, followed by a post-concert Q&A with the performers.

Teachers are invited to an informational gathering with Education Curator Linda Whelihan and local organizations that host field trips.

BMAC members are invited to a private tour of Applewoods Studio & Gallery.

Join us during Brattleboro’s monthly Gallery Walk, as we celebrate the opening of five new exhibits.

This iconic annual spectacle and crowd favorite returns to BMAC for the twelfth year in a row.

Work with the artist and the curator of Coincidence Control to make a dream journal and learn how to use it.

A look at the key individuals, organizations, and moments in the history of queer activism in southern Vermont.

Working Vermont artist-farmers discuss the intersection and interchange between their art and their farm work.

Co-author Matthew Riemer discusses We Are Everywhere: Protest, Power, and Pride in the History of Queer Liberation.

Take a chance at winning an original pastel painting by Wolf Kahn.

Aerialists and acrobats from New England Center for Circus Arts perform at the museum during Gallery Walk.

Take a guided tour of Performative Acts with photographer Dona Ann McAdams and curator John Killacky.

Artist Barbara Takenaga discusses Looking at Blue, on view from June 22 through September 23.

Join us for a summer garden party featuring farm-to-table fare, fine wine, and live music in a picturesque setting.

A rare evening with the celebrated performance artist, who performs two provocative new works.

Artist Timothy Segar discusses Character Development, a selection of his steel sculptures and works on paper.

Create cards and colorful flags using a simplified batik technique.

Watch art being made, make your own artwork, enjoy snacks and live music, and view the current exhibits. Free all day!

James Rousmaniere discusses Water Connections, which explores what fresh water means to us and what we mean to water.

Marlboro College professor Kate Ratcliff interviews social documentary photographer Dona Ann McAdams.

A workshop exploring resonance and vibration through touching, listening, and collaborative creation.

Join us for a reception to celebrate the opening of six new exhibits.

Rabbi Andrea Cohen-Kiener shares fundamental ideas from Jewish mysticism.

BMAC members are invited to visit the studio of glass artist and painter Jen Violette. 

Professor David Mills explores ways of encountering art based on an ongoing conversation with the world around us.

Calling all printmakers! Sign up to participate in BIG INK @ BMAC.

Forester and author Lynn Levine and artist Briony Morrow-Cribbs unfurl their newly published guide to ferns of the Northeast.

Jackie Abrams and Deidre Scherer discuss the exhibit Connections on view through June 16.

This exciting new program offers a dynamic insider’s exploration of the “real” Cuba beyond the well-known tourist sites with a special focus on Cuba’s vibrant contemporary art scene, and participation in the world-famous Havana Art Biennial.

Taking inspiration from the creatures of Glasstastic, we’ll transform everyday materials into fanciful beasts.

Celebrate spring and support BMAC’s youth and education programs!

This worldwide initiative encourages viewers to slow down and take a long look at a handful of works of art.

A magical evening of live dance performance, storytelling, and interactive creative play for the whole family.

Hands-on workshop in the traditional Ukrainian folk art of egg decoration.

Joey Morgan and Chief Curator Mara Williams discuss Morgan’s latest body of work, as seen in the exhibit Catch + Release (2) Précis.

BMAC members convene to review the past year and elect new trustees.

Join us for a brunch reception as we celebrate the opening of six new exhibits.

Recognizing outstanding young visual artists and writers from all across Vermont.

Festival and potluck in celebration of the Lunar New Year. Activities for all ages.

This popular annual event returns to the Latchis Theater in downtown Brattleboro.

Local high school a cappella groups perform at the museum during Gallery Walk.

Jill Dawson leads a workshop for teachers in creative uses of electronic circuitry.

BMAC Chief Curator Mara Williams gives a tour of the current exhibits.

Orly Cogan and Chief Curator Mara Williams discuss the exhibit Don’t Call Me Princess.