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In a New Light – The Heart of Our Collection

In a New Light – The Heart of Our Collection

by Diane Farrell | Feb 28, 2023 | Past Exhibitions

Museum of Darien is delighted to present 30 paintings including landscapes, portraits and florals by 12 turn-of-the-century artists who lived and worked in Darien. Most received formal training either abroad in Italy or Paris or stateside at Boston School of Fine...
Common Threads Art ExhibitDecember 2 – February 9

Common Threads Art Exhibit
December 2 – February 9

by Diane Farrell | Oct 19, 2022 | Past Exhibitions

An abstract art show inspired by MoD’s historic quilt collection and will feature fresh, colorful artwork in many mediums by the Concepts Group. The artists: Donna Collins, Carol Conze, Cate Leach, Pam Lindberg, Jane Lubin, Mary Manning, Karen Neems, Lisa...
Bits and Pieces – 18th, 19th and 20th Century Quilts from our Collection Oct. 14 – Nov. 23

Bits and Pieces – 18th, 19th and 20th Century Quilts from our Collection
Oct. 14 – Nov. 23

by Diane Farrell | Oct 14, 2022 | Past Exhibitions

The Museum of Darien is pleased to present a sampling of quilts from our extensive collection. The quilts on display represent a variety of designs and include items from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. Many of the quilts were made by people who lived in or had a...
State of Inspiration: Connecticut’s Art Colonies

State of Inspiration: Connecticut’s Art Colonies

by museumadmin | Jun 30, 2022 | Past Exhibitions

Features Top American Impressionists Museum Hours: Tues – Thursday 11am – 4pm – through July 27 As the Impressionist movement took hold in the United States during the late 1800s, Connecticut became a magnet for artists looking for inspiration. State of Inspiration:...

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    The Museum of Darien Board of Directors cordially The Museum of Darien Board of Directors cordially invites you to the Doors of Darien Party Fundraiser for a fun evening of great music by Scott Lebish and Butch Taylor and catering by Carolyn's Absolutely Fabulous Events. View stunning artwork of Darien doors from local artist Kate Muir and from the community, with all artwork for sale to benefit the Museum. Come join us in the beautiful Scofield Barn for a memorable summer evening celebrating our history, this Saturday, June 3rd. Tickets ($75) are available at museumofdarien.org. This event is generously sponsored by Ring's End and BevMax Norwalk "The Wine and Liquor Superstores". "Doors open, doors close. With every door, there is a story. Those stories become our history." Pictured are: MoD Board members: L-R Bob Pascal, Kate Muir, Marian Castell, Lynn Sheppard, Sabele Steuert, Jennifer Malcoun, Kim Kennedy, Michelle Mengwall, Gail Rand, Board President, Sarah Lexow Keena. Back row: Tere Stevens, Joe Spain, Valerie VanderZee and Sarah Das. Not pictured: Pat D’Arinzo and Al Miller. And: Kate Muir’s original painting of Great Island, one of the select silent auction items available at the Doors of Darien fundraiser. "Copyright property of Kate Muir 2023. All rights reserved." #DarienCT #doorsofdarien #nonprofitfundraising #fundraisingevent #museum #history
    WE'VE EXTENDED THE DEADLINE! You can still drop of WE'VE EXTENDED THE DEADLINE! You can still drop off a painting submission for the Doors of Darien Party Fundraiser until Tuesday, May 30th - please join the fun and enter your door painting to support the Museum! You can still pick up art supplies to create your painting ($20) at the Museum until 4pm today, Thursday, or use your own 8 X 10 canvas. Don't forget to buy tickets to this fun fundraising party taking place on June 3rd at museumofdarien.org. Guests will enjoy catering by Carolyn's Absolutely Fabulous Events and fab music by Butch Taylor and Scott Lebish. Tickets are $75. Many thanks to our event sponsors Ring's End and BevMax! #DarienCT #doorsofdarien #fundraiserevent
    2 DAYS LEFT to participate in our spring fundraise 2 DAYS LEFT to participate in our spring fundraiser, DOORS OF DARIEN! Create a painting of your favorite Darien door with one of our art kits and it will be displayed for sale at our fundraising party on June 3rd! Submissions are due May 24. (Prizes will be awarded for those 17 & under on June 2 at a Kids' Award Night!) Art kits ($20, 6 for $100) are available for pickup until 6 today (Monday) and Tues-Weds, 11am-4pm. Purchase art kits in person or online and find out more at museumofdarien.org. #DarienCT #nonprofitfundraising #museum #doorsofdarien
    We are hiring for the position of Part-Time Assist We are hiring for the position of Part-Time Assistant Director, with the hours of Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 11am – 4pm (onsite). The Museum of Darien (MoD) is a community resource featuring an early-American homestead, gallery barn, archives and research library, meeting rooms and colonial garden. MoD celebrates Darien’s unique story and its place in the history of New England by welcoming all ages to experience and discover the crafted objects, narratives and works of art that have shaped the local community — from its earliest beginnings to today. The Assistant Director provides general support and assistance to the Executive Director to maintain continuity of the Museum operations and to ensure that it functions efficiently and effectively. The Assistant Director is charged with deputizing for the Executive Director, in his/ her absence and, vitally, in maintaining an element of continuity between the Executive Director’s more strategic focus and the everyday operational needs of the Museum of Darien. In addition to general support, the Assistant Director has specific responsibilities in several critical areas concerning management, marketing, operations, maintenance, communications, volunteer oversight, and serving as acting Director in absence of Executive Director. Visit museumofdarien.org for full job description, requirements and how to apply. #DarienCt #jobopportunity
    ONE WEEK LEFT to participate in our spring fundrai ONE WEEK LEFT to participate in our spring fundraiser, DOORS OF DARIEN! Create a painting of your favorite Darien door with one of our art kits and it will be displayed for sale at our fundraising party on June 3rd! (Prizes will be awarded for those 17 & under on June 2 at a Kids' Award Night!) Art kits ($20, 6 for $100) are available for pickup Sun 12-3, Mon 2-6 and Tues-Thurs, 11am-4pm. Purchase art kits in person or online and find out more at museumofdarien.org. #DarienCT #nonprofitfundraising #museum #doorsofdarien
    Drop in to see our collection of 50+ years of Dari Drop in to see our collection of 50+ years of Darien High School Yearbooks! The collection is on display on Sunday, May 21 from 12-3pm and Monday, May 22 from 3-6pm and is presented by our 2023 DHS interns. Admission to the Museum and the exhibit is $5. Visit museumofdarien.org or call (203) 655-9233 for more information. #darienct #darienhighschool #yearbooks
    The Museum of Darien Board of Directors cordially The Museum of Darien Board of Directors cordially invites you to the Doors of Darien Party Fundraiser for a fun evening of great music by Scott Lebish and Butch Taylor and catering by Carolyn's Absolutely Fabulous Events. View stunning artwork of Darien doors from local artist Kate Muir and from the community, with all artwork for sale to benefit the Museum. Come join us in the beautiful Scofield Barn for a memorable summer evening celebrating our history, this Saturday, June 3rd. Tickets ($75) are available at museumofdarien.org. This event is generously sponsored by Ring's End and BevMax Norwalk "The Wine and Liquor Superstores". "Doors open, doors close. With every door, there is a story. Those stories become our history." Pictured are: MoD Board members: L-R Bob Pascal, Kate Muir, Marian Castell, Lynn Sheppard, Sabele Steuert, Jennifer Malcoun, Kim Kennedy, Michelle Mengwall, Gail Rand, Board President, Sarah Lexow Keena. Back row: Tere Stevens, Joe Spain, Valerie VanderZee and Sarah Das. Not pictured: Pat D’Arinzo and Al Miller. And: Kate Muir’s original painting of Great Island, one of the select silent auction items available at the Doors of Darien fundraiser. "Copyright property of Kate Muir 2023. All rights reserved." #DarienCT #doorsofdarien #nonprofitfundraising #fundraisingevent #museum #history
    WE'VE EXTENDED THE DEADLINE! You can still drop of WE'VE EXTENDED THE DEADLINE! You can still drop off a painting submission for the Doors of Darien Party Fundraiser until Tuesday, May 30th - please join the fun and enter your door painting to support the Museum! You can still pick up art supplies to create your painting ($20) at the Museum until 4pm today, Thursday, or use your own 8 X 10 canvas. Don't forget to buy tickets to this fun fundraising party taking place on June 3rd at museumofdarien.org. Guests will enjoy catering by Carolyn's Absolutely Fabulous Events and fab music by Butch Taylor and Scott Lebish. Tickets are $75. Many thanks to our event sponsors Ring's End and BevMax! #DarienCT #doorsofdarien #fundraiserevent
    2 DAYS LEFT to participate in our spring fundraise 2 DAYS LEFT to participate in our spring fundraiser, DOORS OF DARIEN! Create a painting of your favorite Darien door with one of our art kits and it will be displayed for sale at our fundraising party on June 3rd! Submissions are due May 24. (Prizes will be awarded for those 17 & under on June 2 at a Kids' Award Night!) Art kits ($20, 6 for $100) are available for pickup until 6 today (Monday) and Tues-Weds, 11am-4pm. Purchase art kits in person or online and find out more at museumofdarien.org. #DarienCT #nonprofitfundraising #museum #doorsofdarien
    We are hiring for the position of Part-Time Assist We are hiring for the position of Part-Time Assistant Director, with the hours of Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 11am – 4pm (onsite). The Museum of Darien (MoD) is a community resource featuring an early-American homestead, gallery barn, archives and research library, meeting rooms and colonial garden. MoD celebrates Darien’s unique story and its place in the history of New England by welcoming all ages to experience and discover the crafted objects, narratives and works of art that have shaped the local community — from its earliest beginnings to today. The Assistant Director provides general support and assistance to the Executive Director to maintain continuity of the Museum operations and to ensure that it functions efficiently and effectively. The Assistant Director is charged with deputizing for the Executive Director, in his/ her absence and, vitally, in maintaining an element of continuity between the Executive Director’s more strategic focus and the everyday operational needs of the Museum of Darien. In addition to general support, the Assistant Director has specific responsibilities in several critical areas concerning management, marketing, operations, maintenance, communications, volunteer oversight, and serving as acting Director in absence of Executive Director. Visit museumofdarien.org for full job description, requirements and how to apply. #DarienCt #jobopportunity
    ONE WEEK LEFT to participate in our spring fundrai ONE WEEK LEFT to participate in our spring fundraiser, DOORS OF DARIEN! Create a painting of your favorite Darien door with one of our art kits and it will be displayed for sale at our fundraising party on June 3rd! (Prizes will be awarded for those 17 & under on June 2 at a Kids' Award Night!) Art kits ($20, 6 for $100) are available for pickup Sun 12-3, Mon 2-6 and Tues-Thurs, 11am-4pm. Purchase art kits in person or online and find out more at museumofdarien.org. #DarienCT #nonprofitfundraising #museum #doorsofdarien
    Drop in to see our collection of 50+ years of Dari Drop in to see our collection of 50+ years of Darien High School Yearbooks! The collection is on display on Sunday, May 21 from 12-3pm and Monday, May 22 from 3-6pm and is presented by our 2023 DHS interns. Admission to the Museum and the exhibit is $5. Visit museumofdarien.org or call (203) 655-9233 for more information. #darienct #darienhighschool #yearbooks

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