Saturday April 27th 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
See Yourself at the School of Fashion Design!
Studio Tour & Info Session
Presented by the School of Fashion Design Boston
31 St. James Ave, 2nd floor, Boston MA 02116
FREE
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The School of Fashion Design is the only school in New England dedicated exclusively to the study of fashion design. We invite you to explore and learn in our bright and spacious studio classrooms. We offer full or part-time study toward our two-year Certificate in Fashion Design. We also offer Continuing Education classes, and a program for high school students. Learn more! Read more...
Spring Showcase
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Spring Showcase
Presented by Eliot School of Fine & Applied Arts
Eliot School of Fine & Applied Arts Schoolhouse
24 Eliot St. Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130
FREE
Visit our historic schoolhouse to witness first-hand the artistic output of Eliot School students and instructors of all ages, backgrounds, and disciplines. You will have the chance to connect with experienced artisans and amateur enthusiasts alike over their artistic experiences and creations. This is the ideal opportunity to meet fellow art lovers and crafting fanatics, pick up some recommendations and inspiration, and even find your next favorite art class! Read more...
Open Studio & Makers Market
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Artisans Asylum Open Studio & Makers Market
Presented by the Artisans Asylum​
96 Holton Street, Boston, MA 02135
FREE
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Discover the creative wonders within Artisans Asylum's Spring Open Studios on Saturday, April 27th! Join us for an immersive experience as we open the doors to our 52,500 sq/ft fabrication wonderland in Allston-Brighton. From 11 AM to 4 PM, explore the inspiring environment where imagination comes alive. Witness demonstrations by our creative community and roam through shared workspaces and individual maker's studios. Enjoy our curated Makers Market featuring local artists and makers. This is your chance to connect with one of Boston's largest and most vibrant spaces for creativity. Read more...
Sponsored by F.H. Perry Builder
Newton Open Studios
11:00 AM -5:00 PM
Newton Open Studios
Throughout the City of Newton
FREE - SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS - https://newtonopenstudios.org/
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Celebrating over 28 years of creativity, art experiences, and community engagement! This year, visitors will experience a vibrant showcase of artists in indoor venues, with the exception of the location ‘Art In and Out of the Villa’, which will feature outdoor sculptures and site-specific installations. We’re excited to welcome approximately 120 artists who will be exhibiting in their homes, studios, or in group locations. Visitors can consult the map on the website to confirm the number of artists at each location, preview artists’ information, explore their websites, and plan efficient routes to maximize their time. Read more...
Forbes House Museum Tours
12:00 PM & 2:00 PM
Forbes House Museum Tours
Presented by Forbes House Museum
215 Adams St, Milton, MA 02186
$12 RSVP: https://www.forbeshousemuseum.org/design-week/
The Forbes House Museum is located just south of Boston in Milton, MA. Architect Isaiah Rogers designed the Greek Revival Style mansion and carriage house in 1833. The Shingle Style barn, added some 40 years later, was designed by Peabody and Stearns. A multi-year project to restore and repurpose the barn began this year. There is also a Lincoln log cabin replica on the property. The collection reflects the family’s involvement in the early China Trade, as well as their multifaceted entrepreneurial and philanthropic pursuits.
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
EBAG Presents: Experience East Boston
Presented by East Boston Artists Group (EBAG)
Various locations throughout East Boston
SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS - https://www.eastbostonartistsgroup.com
The East Boston Artists Group (EBAG), in its 23rd year, proudly collaborates with cultural partners, Atlantic Works Gallery, HarborArts, and Veronica Robles Cultural Center. Immerse yourself in the work of featured AWG and EBAG member artists at exhibits hosted by Atlantic Works Gallery and Boston East Gallery. Visit select artists’ studios. Enjoy Dia del Niño at Veronica Robles Cultural Center. Take a self-guided mural tour arranged by HarborArts. Our events offer a unique opportunity to engage with and acquire original art. Read more...
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The New Antiquarians: At Home with Young Collectors — A Q&A and book signing with Michael Diaz-Griffith
Presented by Doyle Auctioneers and Appraisers
Doyle Auctioneers and Appraisers, 236 Clarendon St, Boston, MA 02116
FREE
Join author Michael Diaz-Griffith and design journalist Kyle Hoepner for a free-wheeling discussion of Diaz-Griffith’s recent book, The New Antiquarians: At Home with Young Collectors, which highlights a new generation of collectors who exemplify unorthodox approaches to looking at, and living with, the material culture of the past—and in the process are revitalizing the once-rarefied world of antiques. Copies of The New Antiquarians will be available for purchase and signing following the talk. Read more...
Sunday April 28th 2024
Newton Open Studios
11:00 AM -5:00 PM
Newton Open Studios
Throughout the City of Newton
FREE - SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS - https://newtonopenstudios.org/
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Celebrating over 28 years of creativity, art experiences, and community engagement! This year, visitors will experience a vibrant showcase of artists in indoor venues, with the exception of the location ‘Art In and Out of the Villa’, which will feature outdoor sculptures and site-specific installations. We’re excited to welcome approximately 120 artists who will be exhibiting in their homes, studios, or in group locations. Visitors can consult the map on the website to confirm the number of artists at each location, preview artists’ information, explore their websites, and plan efficient routes to maximize their time. Read more...
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
EBAG Presents: Experience East Boston
Presented by East Boston Artists Group (EBAG)
Various locations throughout East Boston
SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS https://www.eastbostonartistsgroup.com
The East Boston Artists Group (EBAG), in its 23rd year, proudly collaborates with cultural partners, Atlantic Works Gallery, HarborArts, and Veronica Robles Cultural Center. Immerse yourself in the work of featured AWG and EBAG member artists at exhibits hosted by Atlantic Works Gallery and Boston East Gallery. Visit select artists’ studios. Enjoy Dia del Niño at Veronica Robles Cultural Center. Take a self-guided mural tour arranged by HarborArts. Our events offer a unique opportunity to engage with and acquire original art. Read more...
12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
With Additional Events Through May 3rd
Nature-Driven Design
Presented by MIT Museum
314 Main Street, Gambrill Center Building E-28, Cambridge, MA 02142
FREE WITH MUSEUM ADMISSION
Explore the future of design, where nature doesn't just inspire—it co-creates. Hear from MIT researchers investigating climate-resilient design and bio-fabrication. Delve into the intersection of design and the natural world with a selection of books curated by the MIT Press Bookstore. Or learn about pollinators and construct your own bug hotel in a family-friendly making activity. Participate in more activities throughout the week, including creating colorful string from seaweed in our Maker Hub and testing the properties of materials in our Learning Labs.
See our event listing for the entire schedule and plan your visit to the MIT Museum. https://tinyurl.com/NatureDrivenDesign
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