Join the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum’s Educator Open House in Ridgefield, CT, for an inspiring guided tour, creative workshops, and networking with fellow educators. Discover exciting programs to enhance your teaching and enjoy a vibrant cultural afternoon.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels as the activity involves mostly indoor walking and stationary workshops.
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History
The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum was founded in 1964 and remains dedicated to presenting innovative contemporary art in a historic New England town.
Conservation
The museum actively promotes sustainability through energy-efficient systems and community programs focused on environmental awareness.
The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum
Join the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum’s Educator Open House in Ridgefield, CT, for an inspiring guided tour, creative workshops, and networking with fellow educators. Discover exciting programs to enhance your teaching and enjoy a vibrant cultural afternoon.
The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum in Ridgefield, Connecticut presents rotating contemporary art exhibitions and artist-centered programs.
The museum offers guided and self-guided experiences for a broad range of visitors, including General Admission visits, All Ages Discovery Tours, Story-Time for Kids, Seniors-Only Tours, and specialized programs such as Care and Connection for visitors with memory loss and their care partners. Visitors can attend artist conversations, performances, and public programs — examples include talks with artists Martin Beck and Elle Pérez, and performances by Sarah Hennies and Tristan Kasten-Krause connected to Zak Prekop’s Durations and its publication launch. The site includes a newly renovated Sculpture Garden that hosts outdoor events and provides a reflective setting for exhibitions and gatherings. Educational offerings extend to Educator Open House events that feature curator-led tours with Associate Curator Eduardo Alfonso, studio activities, networking opportunities, and resources for classroom engagement. The museum’s public programs also include seasonal offerings like Happy Hour Fridays, which combine late-night access, guided tours, and hands-on activities in The Studio while guests relax in the Sculpture Garden. The Aldrich supports family engagement through Story Time in partnership with the Ridgefield Library and regular Sunday Afternoon Tours led by education staff. As a focused contemporary art institution, the museum maintains an artist-centric approach to exhibitions, programs, and publications, prioritizing direct engagement with artists’ practices and thoughtful public interpretation. Hours, ticketing, and current exhibitions are available on the website.
Location
Ridgefield, CT
Located in Ridgefield, Connecticut
Programs
10 events
Tours, talks, performances, family programs
Sculpture Garden
Newly renovated
Outdoor space for exhibitions and events
Family & Seniors
Programs for all ages
Story Time, seniors tours, Care and Connection
Find tickets, join a guided tour, attend an artist conversation, or bring the family for Story-Time and hands-on activities.
Arrive Early to Maximize Experience
Arriving early ensures you get a spot in the guided tour and ample time to explore the exhibits and art creation stations.
Dress Comfortably but Neatly
Wear comfortable shoes for walking the museum, but maintain a professional look suitable for networking events.
Bring a Notebook or Tablet
Take notes during the curator’s tour and jot down ideas from the workshops for future classroom use.
Plan for Parking
Parking at the museum can be limited; consider carpooling or arriving with extra time to find a spot nearby.
Comfortable flat shoes
Supportive footwear helps you stay comfortable during guided tours and workshops.
Notebook or sketchpad
Useful for capturing ideas, taking notes, and sketching during art activities.
Light jacket or cardigan
Provides warmth during fall events when temperatures can fluctuate indoors and outdoors.
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Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during summer socials and tours with a refillable water bottle.
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