Noank Foundry & Artist Studios is a group of local organized artisan studios. The group is based in the historic Noank Foundry building. Events, classes and activities are hosted by the group. The artists are also known to donate their work to charities and auctions.
The Gallery at Lighthouse, Groton, a 450-square-foot art gallery and storefront located in the Groton Shopping Plaza, displays the artistic works of students with disabilities. The gallery provides these students with a venue for their work and promotes community interaction as well as social and life skill development. New artworks are exhibited for 5 weeks, with openings alternating between the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every month. The Gallery at the Lighthouse hosts artist demonstrations and special exhibits such as "Handmade for the Holidays" on a rotating basis.
This small gallery in Noank boasts contemporary and historic art, with a particular focus on 19th Century maritime themes. The friendly owner can also help you with framing and art appraisal.
Alexey von Schlippe Gallery of Art at the University of Connecticut is an art gallery dedicated to the late Alexey von Schlippe, an accomplished painter and a former professor of art at the University of Connecticut at Avery Point. The gallery consists of a permanent collection of some of von Schlippe's work, and offers programs for students, the academic community and public for greater exposure to art through lectures, films, concerts and poetry readings.