Florence Griswold Museum
Calendar of Events
Join us for our exciting offerings. Reservations required unless otherwise noted. Register on-line, call (860) 434-5542, ext. 111 or email frontdesk@flogris.org.
A "*" designates a child-friendly event.
 *Impromptu Encounters with Art
Every Sunday through September 26 (afterward, watch for Scarecrow activities and Magic of Christmas projects)
1-5pm
Free with Museum admission
No reservations required
Every Sunday visitors are encouraged to try their hand painting plein air, in the open air, just like the Lyme Art Colony artists. Painters are given brushes, palette, paint, canvas, and a smock and are sent to paint down by the river or in Miss Florence's garden. All ages and skill levels welcome. There are also hands-on art projects, books, games and puzzles to enjoy. A great way to spend the day.
lunches in the garden
 June 18 - September 19
Fridays and Saturdays 11:30-3pm
Sundays 12:30-3pm
No reservations needed.
Cafe Flo
River Tavern of Chester brings menu items that are garden-fresh and family-friendly. Eat in the garden or pick up a basket and blanket and picnic along the river. $6 to $16. Read more...
Café Flo is sponsored by The Cooley Gallery of Old Lyme.
Lecture
Sunday, September 12
3pm
A Collector Recollects: Tales of the Chase
Thomas Davies, Collector & Author
$7 (members $5)
Passionate collector and author of Collecting Stories: 400 Paintings, 400 Stories Thomas Davies presents a slide lecture highlighting his often hilarious experiences in “chasing” the next elusive painting for his ever-growing collection. Several works from his collection by artists such as J.F. Kensett, Frederick Mulhaupt, and Maxfield Parrish, will be on view during the talk. A light reception & signing will conclude the event.
Open House Week
Tuesday, September 14 through Sunday, September 19
Free Week for New London County Residents
Residents of New London County are extended
FREE admission during this special week to explore the Museum’s many treasures. Visitors can tour the current exhibition Connecticut Treasures: Works from Private Collections, as well as enjoy the historic Griswold House, the Landscape Center, the Chadwick Studio, and overall gardens and grounds. Supported by a grant from the Community Foundation of Southeastern Connecticut
Museum Shop Event
Saturday, September 18
2pm
Sweethearts of Rhythm: A Poetic Reading
Marilyn Nelson, Poet
Join Marilyn Nelson, former poet laureate of Connecticut, for a reading of her recent publication Sweethearts of Rhythm based on the true story of a famous all-girl African-American swing band that toured the U.S. She will also read from the newest book Snook Alone. Copies of both books will be available for purchase and signing.
Saturday, September 25
6-11pm
Saturday, September 25
6-11pm
For the first time, the Silent Auction will be held in the Krieble Gallery! For more information please conact Sarah. sarah@flogris.org or 860-434-5542 x 122. Corporate tables - a perfect way to entertain 860-434-5542 x 122. A fabulous evening with a seated dinner by River Tavern under a tent along the beautiful banks of the Lieutenant River.
Sponsored by Webster Bank and Connecticut Light & Power
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