Arts and Entertainment
April 16, 2024
From: Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary ArtHere at MASS MoCA, we are feeling spring and the promise of new beginnings in a major way. Our galleries and performance venues are full of ways to experience art in all forms more deeply.
Chances are, there are a few new things for you to see in our massive galleries — take a look at what's on view. (We're open every day next week, so there are even more chances to stop by!) Whether it's this year's Teen Invitational (opening Friday night), free Kidspace workshops taking place during school vacation week, the return of Slow Art Day, or new chances to experience James Turrell's C.A.V.U. (Skyspace), make your next MASS MoCA visit one to remember. (And, with the FreshGrass lineup hot off the press, you can keep the party going all summer long.)
Siudy Garrido's Intimate Flamenco
Saturday, April 27, 8pm
Co-presented with Jacob's Pillow.
Flamenco Íntimo (Intimate Flamenco), an artistic creation by Siudy Garrido with original music by award-winning Flamenco guitarist Jose Luis de la Paz, delves into the intimate interpretation of personal artistic emotions through the art form of Flamenco. This work premiered in 2016, and has become a cornerstone in the company’s repertoire, evolving and nurturing from the diverse personal experiences lived over the years.
Spring Has Sprung
School Vacation Week
April 15–19, 11am
Join MASS MoCA Museum Educators for a series of free workshops for all ages during the week of school break, April 15–19! Workshops will take place at 11am every day in Kidspace, and each will focus on a different art medium and process. Come be inspired, learn something new, and make a project to take home! The ArtBar will also be open for drop-in art-making throughout the day.
Spring Fling in the R&D Store
Saturday, April 20, noon
Meet up with friends in MASS MoCA’s Research & Development Store for a day of programs! This free event features book talks by Storey Publishing & Western Mass. author Omkari Williams (MicroActivisim, 2023) and Abigail Rose Clarke (Returning Home to Our Bodies, 2024); tarot readings co-sponsored by Wild Soul River; and a sensory journey and exploration of teas from around the world with Beau Barela of Heart’s Pace Tea and Healing Arts lounge.
James Turrell C.A.V.U. Dusk & Dawn Viewings
Beginning Saturday, April 13
Limited reservations for James Turrell: C.A.V.U. (Skyspace) at dawn and dusk are available on a rolling basis. Please note, C.A.V.U. is also open during museum hours, with no reservations required.
Spring Product Spotlight
With new items in stock — from art books to gifts — check out what's in for spring at the MASS MoCA Gift Shop and Research & Development Store — or pick up seasonal merchandise favorites like our compact duck umbrellas (left) on your next visit.
FreshGrass North Adams
2024 Lineup Just Announced
Did you see the 2024 FreshGrass lineup announce yesterday? Featuring Shakey Graves, Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, The Devil Makes Three, Lucinda Williams, Drive-By Truckers, Béla Fleck, Edmar Castañeda, Antonio Sanchez Trio, and many more — plus food vendors, 250,000 square feet of gallery space, and fun for the whole family— this year's fest has us looking forward to our annual summer capstone this September.
What are you waiting for? 3-Day VIP FreshPasses and 3-Day Passes are on sale now:
Camping On Sale, Too
Wrap up the last preparation details for your 2024 FreshGrass Festival experience — FreshGrass Camping is on sale now!
FreshGround is a tent-camping field within walking distance (.7 miles; 12 minutes) of the FreshGrass Festival, convenient to downtown merchants, bars, and restaurants. A shuttle bus runs continuously to the festival from the campsite.