Urgent: Explore Art at Clinton’s Icon Museum & Concord Museum Today

URGENT UPDATE: If you’re looking for something inspiring to do today, head to the Icon Museum and Study Center in Clinton, Massachusetts, where the incredible exhibition “Heavenly Excess: Luxe Icons from Late Imperial Russia” is on display until January 11. This unique museum, praised as “drenchingly beautiful” by The Boston Globe, features a captivating mix of historic and modern architecture, including a former mill and courthouse.

The Icon Museum showcases exquisite icons adorned with materials like gold and silver. Today, the museum is open from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in art that reflects a rich cultural history. For more information, visit iconmuseum.org/exhibitions/current-exhibitions.

Meanwhile, the Concord Museum invites you to explore “Family Trees: A Celebration of Children’s Literature” today, with only a few days left to view this engaging exhibition before it closes on Sunday. The museum is also open from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. today and is gearing up for the 250th anniversary of the American Revolutionary War. Visit concordmuseum.org/whats-on/#special-exhibitions for details.

Looking ahead, mark your calendars for January 8, when the Refuge Art School in Lowell, Massachusetts, will host its “New Year’s Visual Art & Fashion Show.” This exciting event, running from 4:30-7 p.m., will feature student artworks, including paintings, ceramics, and unique fashion pieces. The evening culminates in a mini fashion walk at 5:30 p.m., showcasing wearable art designed by students.

Join in on the creativity and community spirit as you celebrate the talents of these emerging artists. The exhibition runs from January 3 through March 9, so there are plenty of opportunities to experience this vibrant showcase.

For those looking to start their artistic journey this year, registrations are now open at Chez Claire Art School, led by local artist Claire Gagnon. Classes cater to all skill levels, and you can reach Claire at 617-901-3873 or via email at [email protected].

Don’t miss these incredible opportunities to enrich your New Year with art and culture! Share this update with friends and family to inspire them to join in the creative festivities happening right now.