Newton Open Studios

03/21/2025

NOS 2025 is HERE!!! Plan Ahead. More than 50 locations to visit!

10/31/2024

Join us this Sunday, November 3rd, as we come together as an art community ahead of this year’s election. Let’s reflect, connect, and engage in thoughtful, positive conversations that promote unity and understanding. Meet This Is America III artists, curators and organizers. Location: SOWA 450 Harrison Ave, Space 37. 4pm to 5:30pm

Artist Talk: “This is America III – Voices of Our Artistic Nation”Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking evening of art and conversation at This is America III – Voices of Our Artistic Nation, an open mic discussion featuring artists from the acclaimed This is America III exhibition c...

10/17/2024

Final Two Weeks: Embracing Uncertainty
On view through October 27, 2024

Join us this Sunday 3pm to 5pm for an ARTIST TALK and a guided walk-through of the exhibition led by the participating artists.
Participating Artists in this exhibition:

Aaron Brodeur, Adrian Negenborn, Aisling Colleary, A J Belmont, Alz, Amalia Tagaris, Angelique Luro, Angus Schaefer, Anita Loomis, Anne Diamond McNevin, Anthony D**e, Barbara Fletcher, Benjamin Archibald, Beth McLacklan, Beverly Sky, Bill Hecht, C E Morse, Caroline Grossman, Carrie Nixon, Cassie Doyon, Cathy Weaver Taylor, Chelsea Ning, Cicek Beeby, Cindy Kennelly, Claire Lima, Clyde D’Mello, Dan Dyer, DaNice D Marshall, Deborah Perugi, Derrick Te Paske, Dina Mordeno, Dot Bergen, Einat Cohen, Ellen Foust, Ellen Rounseville, Emily Sper, Eric Stark, Erica Bryant, Erica Licea-Kane, Erik Carter, Fernando Fula, Fleur Thesmar, Francine Zaslow, Gabriel Feld, Genevieve Flynn, Heather Binder, Janet Kawada, Jenne Rayburn, John Haiduk, Julie C Baer, Julie Peck, June Krinsky-Rudder, Karl Stephan, Kat Masella, Kathleen Zimmerman, Kathryn Parker Almanas, Kevin Dailor, Kimberly Gatesmam, Kris Laping, Kristen Freitas, Laura Menucci, Lisa Barthelson, Lois Arthur, Luba Shapiro Grenader, Margaret Shipman, Margarita Krylova , Marianne Jennings, Marilyn T. Pritikin, Mario Kon, Maritza Ranero, Matthew Bajor, Matthias Lupri, Meg Black, Meghan Mirasolo, Michael Benari, Michael Bourque, Michael Metcalfe, Michelle Feinberg, Mike Libby, Milo Milowsky, Monica DeSalvo, Alimansky, Nicholas Goodhue, Omar Vega, Patrick Goguen, R. Douglass Rice, Raquel Fornasaro, Rebecca Skinner, Renee Bitinas, Sarita Mishaan, Samantha Paris Estes, Sandra Mueller-Dick, Sepi Golestani, Sharon Ede Glennon, Sharon Whitham, Sidney Hutter, Simone Scholes, Sitka Gulergun, Susan F. Chamberland, Susan Aeschbach, Susan Morrison-D**e, Tamara Gonda, Thomas Babbitt, Vanessa R Thompson, Yildiz Grodowski Zeina Skaff Kahhale

10/09/2024

Join us for the OPENING RECEPTION on Sunday, October 13, from 2 PM to 5 PM!
This extraordinary exhibition explores the theme of uncertainty through a variety of artistic mediums, inviting you on a thought-provoking journey through contemporary art. T
Event Highlights:
Meet the Artists: Connect with the talented individuals whose work is featured in the exhibition.
Explore Diverse Mediums: Experience over 200 artworks that challenge and inspire.
Enjoy the sounds of DJ Tom Cruise as he sets the mood for an unforgettable afternoon!

The reception happens simultaneously in 2 different galleries located at SOWA at the Arts and Design District in Boston.
Location 1: TAG at 460C Harrison Ave
Location 2: Space 37at 450 Harrison Ave

10/09/2024

Music in the The Art Gallery!
Thursday, November 14 6:00 PM
Join us for a musical event surrounded by art in SOWA's newest gallery, The Art Gallery (TAG). Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of classical music while indulging in visual delights!

What's the music?
R.D. King
Classical And Acoustic Guitar
J.S. Bach: Lute Suite No. 4 (20 min)
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 8 "Pathetique", Mvt II (arrangement, 6 min)
Augustin Barrios: Vals, Op. 8 No. 4 (4 min)
Manuel Ponce: Guitar Sonata III (7 min)
Sergio Assad: Aquarelle, Mvt II + III (7 min)
R.D. King: Solo for Guitar (5 min)
Bring any drinks except red wine!
RSVP below:

Groupmuse concert on Thursday, November 14, 2024, in South End, Boston. Starts at 6:00 PM EST. RSVP here!

09/26/2024

TODAY! THURSDAY SEP 26
JOIN US: Sip & CHAT

New Art Centers and Maker Spaces: Transforming the Present and the Future of Creative Communities

09/23/2024

Artists are being offered exciting opportunities to showcase their work, gain studio space, and build valuable networks! Join us as we hear from art leaders who are dedicated to creating platforms for artists to thrive and explore innovative ways to engage with local communities. Thursday, 6:30pm at 460C Harrison Ave, SoWa Boston. RSVP https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sip-chat-tickets-1013038293807

09/23/2024

Artists are being offered exciting opportunities to showcase their work, gain studio space, and build valuable networks! Join us as we hear from art leaders who are dedicated to creating platforms for artists to thrive and explore innovative ways to engage with local communities. Thursday, 6:30pm at 460C Harrison Ave, SoWa Boston

This engaging conversation delves into how visionary art leaders are reshaping the models of art centers and maker spaces to adapt to today’s rapidly changing cultural landscape. As the traditional boundaries between artistic disciplines blur and the need for collaborative, innovative spaces grows...

09/20/2024

Check New England Art Center website to see our upcoming events, Sip & Chat and Call for Art Speak Up III

Neac Events Artist Talk, Open Mic Style NEAC EVENTS: Artist Talk, Open Mic Style Tuesday, September 17, 6:30 – 8:30pm Location: New England Art Center at TAG, 460C Harrison Ave, -2, Boston, MA Join us for an engaging Artist Talk as part of the exhibition TranS…FORMATION: In the Pursuit of Rein...

09/16/2024

Nothing can truly replace the experience of seeing artwork live and in person—the texture, scale, and presence of the pieces have an impact that can only be felt in the moment. However, viewing the work virtually offers its own advantages, enhancing the in-person experience by allowing for deeper reflection and engagement. If you can't make it to Boston to see this show in person, you can still explore the exhibition on ARTSY and enjoy the work from wherever you are.

This dynamic showcase explores the profound theme of transformation, drawing inspiration from Friedrich Nietzsche’s philosophy and diverse cultural perspectives on change, growth, and renewal.

09/16/2024

You are invited:
Tomorrow, Tuesday, September 17, we’re hosting an artist talk for the *TranS…FORMATION: In the Pursuit of Reinvention* exhibition. This open mic-style event fosters informal conversations between artists and viewers, creating a space for learning, exchanging ideas, and exploring new ways to interpret the world around us. These kinds of engagements and interactions are essential to contemporary art, helping us rethink established concepts and generate fresh responses.
I hope you can join us tomorrow! I'm looking forward to spending quality time with all of you and the art that surrounds us.

09/12/2024

ARTIST CALL: Throughout history, artists have harnessed their creativity to raise awareness and inspire change. Today, that role is more crucial than ever. Art, in all its forms, has the power to expose injustices, foster understanding, and propose solutions. We invite you to use your voice and your creative process to engage with the critical issues of our time. Your work has the potential to spark important conversations and contribute to meaningful change. Exhibition Dates: October 25 to November 11 at Piano Craft Gallery Juror: Cameron Summer, Art Consultant & Project Manager at Boston Art Historic Boston Inc.
DEADLINE: OCTOBER 10

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