Carriage Barn Arts Center
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Note To Yourself Calligraphy Workshop with Dina Ruzha at Carriage Barn Arts
Carriage Barn Arts Center 681 South Avenue, New CanaanNote to Yourself is a reflective, hands-on workshop created as a quiet pause at the beginning of the year — a space to slow down, reconnect, and express yourself through mindful lettering. Participants will explore pointed pen calligraphy while creating a personal handwritten piece. Through gentle, guided exercises, students will practice letterforms and explore the connection […]
$95 – $110
2025 Deck the Walls at Carriage Barn Arts in New Canaan
Carriage Barn Arts Center 681 South Avenue, New CanaanJoin us on opening day of the Deck The Walls Exhibition! Artists Sunday is a nationwide art-shopping event — shop for artwork (all $300 or less), and a selection of handmade holiday ornaments, cards and wonderful gifts. Support local artists by buying and giving ART during the holidays… there’s nothing more personal — give something […]

Custom Portraits with The Silhouette Lady at Carriage Barn Arts
Carriage Barn Arts Center 681 South Avenue, New CanaanWe’re thrilled to welcome back The Silhouette Lady to the Carriage Barn Arts Center on Sunday, November 30th! Looking for a truly unique keepsake or gift? Deborah O’Connor crafts exquisite, heirloom-quality silhouette portraits with breathtaking detail—all in just minutes. Each intricately cut profile captures the essence of its subject, creating a timeless piece of art that will be […]
$30
Cooking & Crafting: Thanksgiving Editionat Carriage Barn Arts
Carriage Barn Arts Center 681 South Avenue, New CanaanPrepare for the Thanksgiving holiday at this special afternoon cooking class with Jane Mossa of The Pink Rhubarb! Kids ages 7 & up will make 6” apple crumb pies from scratch to take home and bake for the Thanksgiving holiday! Guided by Jane, this fun and educational experience goes beyond just following a recipe — […]
$55 – $60
Paint-to-Promo: Smart Marketing for All Creatives at Carriage Barn Arts
Carriage Barn Arts Center 681 South Avenue, New CanaanIn this 3-hour workshop, Lauren Clayton will share tangible strategies, practices and exercises to help you better market yourself and your art. Embark on a journey of creative discovery in this interactive session designed for artists of all mediums navigating self-promotion and personal branding. As both a fellow traveler and guide, Lauren will share the […]
$40 – $60
Photography Book Talk at Carriage Barn Arts
Carriage Barn Arts Center 681 South Avenue, New CanaanAnika Burgess, New York Times freelance photo editor will talk about her new book which tells the story of the wildest experiments in early photography and the wild people who undertook them. She will be in conversation with photographer Jane Beiles, with a reception & book signing to follow. In Flashes of Brilliance, Burgess engagingly blends art, science, and social history to […]

Chelsea Gallery Tour with Merrily Kerr of New York Art Tours with Carriage Barn Arts
Carriage Barn Arts Center 681 South Avenue, New CanaanJoin us for an inspiring two-hour walking tour of Chelsea’s premier contemporary art galleries with NYC art insider Merrily Kerr, founder of New York Art Tours. On this private tour, we’ll visit approximately seven of the most important and talked-about exhibitions in New York. Merrily will introduce each artist’s practice and highlight key themes and […]
$85 – $100
Guided Tour of The Armory Show with LG Art Advisory with Carriage Barn Arts
Carriage Barn Arts Center 681 South Avenue, New CanaanJoin us for an exclusive 2-hour guided tour of The Armory Show with Lauren Gargiulo, founder of LG Art Advisory and a respected contemporary art specialist. Held annually at the Javits Center, The Armory Show is one of the most significant international art fairs—bringing together leading galleries, artists, and collectors from around the world. Lauren will offer […]
$110 – $125
CALL FOR ENTRIES! at Carriage Barn Arts
Carriage Barn Arts Center 681 South Avenue, New CanaanAnnual Members Show Submission Deadline: Tuesday, August 5 (midnight) Notification (via email): Tuesday, August 12 Art Delivery: Friday, August 29 10am-1pm and Saturday, August 30 11am–1pm Art Pickup: Sunday Oct. 19 1-3pm and Monday Oct. 20 10am-1pm For more information

Guided Tour & Lunch at MANITOGA, The Russell Wright Design Center withCarriage Barn Arts
Carriage Barn Arts Center 681 South Avenue, New CanaanMANITOGA / The Russel Wright Design Center in Garrison, NY presents and interprets Manitoga as the Wrights’ inspiration and design achievement as a leading center for innovative and sustainable design, architecture, and landscape. Join the Carriage Barn for a group guided tour of MANITOGA, the House, Studio and Woodland Garden of pioneer industrial designer, Russel Wright […]
$130 – $145
ROSES, ROSÉ & Peonies Too! at Carriage Barn Arts
Carriage Barn Arts Center 681 South Avenue, New CanaanJoin us for a creative and lively evening as we explore the art of floral arrangement, taste exquisite wines, and immerse ourselves in the beauty of the Spring season! Sample and learn about the best new rosé wines for spring and summer with Justin Miller of Craftbottlz. Wines will be available to order at the […]
$130 – $145
Opening Reception for Spectrum 2025: Spring Fever at Carriage Barn Arts
Carriage Barn Arts Center 681 South Avenue, New CanaanOpening Reception: Saturday, April 12 from 4-6pm Through May 23, 2025 Spectrum is a juried exhibition of original, contemporary artwork by local and regional artists, and invites submissions in all media and all sizes. All entries must have been created within the past two years and not previously exhibited at the Carriage Barn. The theme of […]











