Home and Away: The Photography of Colin Harrison at Brookfield Craft Center 10 June – 2 July 2017 in the Lynn Tender Bignell Gallery About the Show: Colin and his wife Lynn have lived in Brookfield since October 1982 and have put down roots here. They also have a long and deep affection for Switzerland, where they lived at the time of their wedding, where … Read more
The Brookfield Craft Center is offering an exciting opportunity for our communities’ youth, ages 11 to 14, to explore their creative energies in this summer youth program. Kid’s can discover their inner artisan with 8 Sessions that will be held in July and August. Half-day programs in Ceramics, Fiber Arts, Glass, Woodturning, Blacksmithing, and more. … Read more
In support of an ongoing initiative to upgrade our pottery studio, Brookfield Craft Center has received a $7,500 grant from the Ellen Knowles Harcourt Foundation to begin repair work on several kilns located on our historic campus. The renewed kilns will allow us to expand the BCC ceramics curriculum and offer new creative opportunities for students, ranging in … Read more
Brookfield, CT – The Windgate Foundation, longtime partner of the Brookfield Craft Center and supporter of a variety of arts and fine craft initiatives around the nation, has awarded BCC $150,000 to renovate the interior of its ceramics studio. The award provides the majority of the funding for the project, which also includes the … Read more
Brookfield Craft Center is proud to present a comprehensive retrospective exhibit of the work of Hilda Kraus, a mid-century modern craftsman known for her beautifully designed jewelry, enameled metalwork boxes and decorative items. The exhibit will be on display in the Lynn Tendler Bignell Gallery from April 8th to the 30th. An opening reception will … Read more
Find Unique, Hand-Crafted Gifts at the Brookfield Craft Center Holiday Sale Give the gift of craft and creativity this holiday season and support the Brookfield Craft Center Brookfield, CT – November 12, 2016 – As community members gear up for seasonal shopping, the Brookfield Craft Center’s Annual Holiday Craft Sale will kick off with a … Read more
The Brookfield Craft Center is proud to announce that Mr. Howard Lasser, volunteer Executive Director of the BCC, will be the 2016 recipient of the Heart of the Arts Award, facilitated by the Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut as part of their Business Supports the Arts Breakfast on Thursday, October 20th. This prestigious, peer-nominated award is designed … Read more
Ever wonder how a blacksmith makes a hook, a jewelry artist works their magic or a potter makes a bowl? Brookfield Craft Center, one of the nation’s premier fine craft education institutions, will host a community open house on Saturday, October 15th from noon to 5 p.m. on their campus located at 286 Whisconier Rd. This fun event is … Read more
The Brookfield Craft Center is proud to host A Tradition of Excellence: Works by the Brookfield Craft Center Faculty from August 20 through September 10. This unique exhibition will be held in the Lynn Tendler Bignell Gallery with an opening reception from 5-8 PM on Saturday, August 20. This exhibit recognizes exceptional of works from … Read more
Local Artist shares multiple media in new Brookfield Craft Center show A Moment in Time: the Painting, Enamel Work and Jewelry of Joanne Conant Brookfield, CT – June 6, 2016 – The Brookfield Craft Center’s Studio Gallery will open a new exhibit by Newtown artist and educator Joanne Conant with an opening reception July 16, … Read more
In its ongoing effort to preserve and improve its facilities, the Craft Center is proud to announce that with the support of the community, the iconic and historic Brookfield Mills sign on its main building has been fully restored. A dedication ceremony to present the work to the community will be held Thursday, November 10 at 9:30 … Read more
Explore the world through her vision! Join us at the Lynn Tendler Bignell Gallery for Fragments of the Whole: The Ceramic Art of Elizabeth MacDonald Saturday, June 11, 2016 – Monday, July 4, 2016 Opening Reception: Saturday, June 11, from 5pm – 8pm. READ this great article in Artscope Magazine about Elizabeth and her art! Liz MacDonald’s Ceramics … Read more
