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SUMMARY:Annual Midsummer Concert 2026
DESCRIPTION:Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival\, the annual celebration of art\, music\, food and family fun\, is back! Presented by the partners of the Old Lyme Arts District. \nJoin us Friday night for the FREE kickoff concert on the banks of the Lieutenant River at the Florence Griswold Museum. This beloved tradition starts the weekend’s festivities in style. \nThis year\, Mass-Conn-Fusion brings the party! The Mass-Conn-Fusion band draws its talent from both sides of the Massachusetts-Connecticut border. The seven-piece band features exciting vocals\, polished horns\, and funky rhythm section. Rock the banks of the Lieutenant River with this popular group on Midsummer eve\, enjoying the danceable sounds of Motown\, R&B\, Funk\, and Disco. Their set features songs from the 1960s right up to today’s top hits. \nGuests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs\, blankets\, and a picnic. Assorted food trucks will be available on site with local fare for purchase. \nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS – FRIDAY JULY 24\nMidsummer Super Sale: 10am to 7pm\nUp to 75% off all kinds of great selected items including unique gifts\, art books\, kids books & toys\, stationery\, garden items\, and a whole lot more! No additional discounts apply. In-person only. \nFree Admission to the current exhibition galleries: 5pm to 7pm\nBe our guests to explore the current exhibitions in the Krieble Gallery prior to the Midsummer Concert. \nAnnual Midsummer Festival Concert: 7pm to 9pm\nEnjoy the sounds of Mass-Conn-Fusion outdoors on the banks of the Lieutenant River.
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SUMMARY:Old Lyme Midsummer Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Old Lyme’s celebration of art\, music\, and family fun is a summertime favorite event. Every last weekend of July\, the Festival kicks off with a free outdoor concert on the riverfront lawn of the Florence Griswold Museum. On Saturday\, the Old Lyme Arts District partners present a full day of family friendly activities. A classic car show\, local art vendors\, food trucks\, a community dog show\, a 5K road race\, live music\, and much more. This annual tradition celebrates all things summer and is not to be missed! \nWant to be a Vendor at 2026’s Midsummer Festival? Apply here. \nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS – SATURDAY JULY 25\nLocal Vendors on the Griswold House lawn\, food trucks onsite: 9am to 3pm\nShop unique\, locally created finds from artists and vendors\, and enjoy food for purchase from a variety of food trucks. \nFree Admission to the Museum: 9am to 5pm\nBe our guests for the historic Griswold House and current exhibitions in the Krieble Gallery on this Midsummer Festival Saturday. Explore the art and history on view in the Griswold Boardinghouse for Artists\, c. 1910. Hands-on crafts in the Hartman Education Center (free) and face painting and fairy hair by April’s Balloon Creations (for a fee). \nMidsummer Super Sale: 9am to 5pm\nUp to 75% off all kinds of great selected items including unique gifts\, art books\, kids books & toys\, stationery\, garden items\, and a whole lot more! No additional discounts apply. In-person only. \nParading Paws Community Dog Show: Free registration 10–10:30am. Judging begins at 10:45am.\nSit. Stay. Enjoy. Every dog walks away a winner at the Parading Paws Dog Show! Prizes are awarded based on each dog’s most distinguished characteristics\, such as Best Smile\, Biggest Paws\, and Longest Tail. Special award categories include Best Trick and Best Costume. \nPublic Gallery Talk: 2pm\nLearn more about our current exhibitions in this free program. \nTo learn more about events happening at our Old Lyme Arts District partner sites on Midsummer Festival Saturday\, VISIT HERE.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/old-lyme-midsummer-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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SUMMARY:Art Colony Camp #4 2026
DESCRIPTION:Monday–Friday\, 10am–3pm \nArt Colony Camp Session #4: geared for students entering grades 4–6 \n$385 (Members 10% discount) \nPurchase tickets here \nCreative kids explore the art and history of the Lyme Art Colony in their own colony of young artists at the Museum’s five-day camps. Geared for students entering grades 1–3\, and 4–6\, campers investigate the Museum’s exhibitions\, paint\, play games\, and more. Camps include a t-shirt\, all art-making materials\, and daily snacks. Each week culminates in a fun art show displaying the week of student projects for family and friends. \nAll students must have completed Kindergarten to attend Art Colony Camp. Early drop off after 9am permitted. Please email Julie Riggs\, Manager of Youth Education and Outreach\, to arrange at Julie@FloGris.org. \nNo refunds after July 13 ($20 cancellation fee before cut-off date) \nPLEASE NOTE: to receive a Member discount you MUST be registered with an online account. Not yet registered? Sign up here. All Membership discounts will be automatically applied after you login\, enter registrant information\, and add tickets to your cart.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/art-colony-camp-4-2026/2026-07-27/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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SUMMARY:Art Colony Camp #5 2026
DESCRIPTION:Monday–Friday\, 10am–3pm \nArt Colony Camp Session #5: geared for students entering grades 1–3 \n$385 (Members 10% discount) \nPurchase tickets here \nCreative kids explore the art and history of the Lyme Art Colony in their own colony of young artists at the Museum’s five-day camps. Geared for students entering grades 1–3\, and 4–6\, campers investigate the Museum’s exhibitions\, paint\, play games\, and more. Camps include a t-shirt\, all art-making materials\, and daily snacks. Each week culminates in a fun art show displaying the week of student projects for family and friends. \nAll students must have completed Kindergarten to attend Art Colony Camp. Early drop off after 9am permitted. Please email Julie Riggs\, Manager of Youth Education and Outreach\, to arrange at Julie@FloGris.org. \nNo refunds after July 20 ($20 cancellation fee before cut-off date) \nPLEASE NOTE: to receive a Member discount you MUST be registered with an online account. Not yet registered? Sign up here. All Membership discounts will be automatically applied after you login\, enter registrant information\, and add tickets to your cart.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/art-colony-camp-5-2026/2026-08-03/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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SUMMARY:Adult Summer Camp 2026 #3
DESCRIPTION:with Julie Garvin-Riggs\, Manager of Youth Education and Outreach \n$150 (Members 10% discount); geared for adults (18+) who have craved a summer camp experience of their own. \nPurchase tickets here \nCreative adults release their inner artists during this one-day camp designed just for them. Adult campers will engage in several multimedia creative projects throughout the day designed both to foster creativity and nurture key artistic skills. \nCamp tote bags\, snacks\, and an end-of-day glass of wine included\, as well as all creative materials. Participants should bring a lunch to enjoy midday. \nPlease note: to receive a Member discount you MUST be registered with an online account. Not yet registered? Sign up here. All Membership discounts will be automatically applied after you login\, enter registrant information\, and add tickets to your cart. \nThe Museum’s educational programming is supported by the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut; Connecticut Humanities; the Randolph and John Dirks Fund; the John and Kelly Hartman Foundation; the Sally Bill Children’s Education Fund; the Betty M. Challgren Education Fund; the Elizabeth Matthews Hubbard Education Fund; the Ingalls Foundation Education Fund; the Sali Godard Riege Educational Fund; and the Lelan F. Sillin\, Jr. Education Endowment Fund.\n \n \nEducational & Travel Program Refund Policy\nNo refunds for Broadway bus trips or Miss Florence’s Teas after transaction is complete. Refunds for programs over $20 are subject to a $20 cancellation fee. Refunds (less $20 fee) are offered for cancellations made prior to a program’s noted refund date. Programs without a refund date can be cancelled one hour prior to event. No refunds after program takes place. To request a refund or to transfer program fee into a donation\, please email david@flogris.org. (Updated February 2022)
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/adult-summer-camp-2026-3/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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SUMMARY:Art Colony Camp #6 2026
DESCRIPTION:Monday–Friday\, 10am–3pm \nArt Colony Camp Session #6: geared for students entering grades 4–6 \n$385 (Members 10% discount) \nPurchase tickets here \nCreative kids explore the art and history of the Lyme Art Colony in their own colony of young artists at the Museum’s five-day camps. Geared for students entering grades 1–3\, and 4–6\, campers investigate the Museum’s exhibitions\, paint\, play games\, and more. Camps include a t-shirt\, all art-making materials\, and daily snacks. Each week culminates in a fun art show displaying the week of student projects for family and friends. \nAll students must have completed Kindergarten to attend Art Colony Camp. Early drop off after 9am permitted. Please email Julie Riggs\, Manager of Youth Education and Outreach\, to arrange at Julie@FloGris.org. \nNo refunds after July 21 ($20 cancellation fee before cut-off date) \nPLEASE NOTE: to receive a Member discount you MUST be registered with an online account. Not yet registered? Sign up here. All Membership discounts will be automatically applied after you login\, enter registrant information\, and add tickets to your cart.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/art-colony-camp-6-2026/2026-08-10/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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SUMMARY:Wee Faerie Village 2026
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Wee Faerie Village is going to rock! \nJoin us for a visit to Gemstone Station September 26–November 1. Open Tuesdays–Sundays\, 10 am to 5pm. \nAll that glitters is not gold…sometimes it’s rubies\, emeralds\, and diamonds. Explore a Wee Faerie Village where everything is made from precious gifts of the earth: twinkling gemstones\, sparkling rare minerals\, and shimmering shiny metals. \nWe can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/wee-faerie-village-2026/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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SUMMARY:The 44th Annual Benefit Auction
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date for the 44th Annual Benefit Auction! \nThis important event directly supports the Museum’s innovative and inspiring educational programs and events. \nThe event is complimented by an Online Auction. Hundreds of unique items can be bid on from anywhere in the world and include artwork\, décor\, travel\, experiences\, jewelry\, and much more. A live auction also takes place under the tent at the event. Each year a different theme brings excitement and energy to this signature evening. \nCheck back soon for ticket sales information.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/the-44th-annual-benefit-auction/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261029
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SUMMARY:Exploring Northern Italy Trip
DESCRIPTION:Exploring Northern Italy (October 29–November 6) with Venice Extension (November 6–8) \nThis trip is SOLD OUT. To be added to the wait list\, email David@FloGris.org. \nJoin the Florence Griswold Museum Travelers on another European adventure! \nThis Collette Spotlight Tour features a single hotel stay in Treviso with day trips to Verona\, Venice\, Asolo\, and the Dolomites. An optional Venice extension features a centrally located hotel on the Grand Canal near St. Mark’s Square. This tour leaves from and returns to the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme\, CT. \nUnpack once and take in the vineyards\, villas\, peaks\, and prosecco of Veneto and Northern Italy. Highlights of this unforgettable nine-day trip include include: Treviso\, a tiramisu-making demonstration\, Verona\, a glassblowing demonstration\, Venice\, Asolo\, Prosecco winery\, the Dolomites\, Bassano del Grappa\, and a Venetian villa visit. \nPrice per person from $3\,959. 9 days\, 11 meals included. \nCLICK HERE FOR FULL TOUR INFORMATION \nTo watch a prerecorded information session about this trip CLICK HERE. \nQuestions? Contact tour leader David D.J. Rau\, Curator of Visitor Engagement\, at David@FloGris.org.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/exploring-northern-italy-trip/
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