Holidays at WAM
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Join us for a Holidays at WAM! November 27 - December 31, 2009
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The Worcester Art Museum evokes the spirit of the season during this special time of year. Join us and enjoy festive live music from around the world in the Renaissance Court, special seasonal children's programming, decorations inside and outside the Museum, and expanded Shop and Café hours. The Museum is a great place to escape from the hustle and bustle and hectic pace of the holidays and spend some quality time with your family and friends. Make WAM a part of your holiday traditions! Many events are free with Museum admission unless otherwise noted. For more information on Holidays at WAM, please call 508.799.4406,x3120. For more information on events at WAM check out our calendar.
Salisbury Street doors open 7 days a week during the holidays! Remember, 17 and under enjoy free general admission all year!
Live Music in the Renaissance Court
Saturday, November 28, 2pm
Pueblo Nuevo Band
Vocals, conga drums and the cuatro, a Latin American guitar-like instrument, combine to make up the sounds of Pueblo Nuevo Band - voted 2008 Best World Music Band by Worcester Magazine. Join us for this fun, charismatic Latin holiday treat.
Sunday, November 29, 2pm
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Vocal Performance Lab
Worcester Polytechnic Institute's Vocal Performance Lab, under the direction of John Delorey, brings its mixed ensemble of 20 singers to WAM. Hear Colonial American Christmas a capella music with seasonal readings and special guest narrator from London, Peter Kenny.
Saturday, December 5, 2pm
Merrimack Valley Ringers
Led by Karen E. Leonard, listen to the brilliant sounds of The Merrimack Valley Ringers, a premier New England handbell and handchime ensemble accompanied by flute, keyboard and percussion as they perform sacred and secular holiday music.
Sunday, December 6, 2pm
Master Singers To Go
Celebrating holiday favorites, the Master Singers To Go, a small chorale ensemble and subset of Master Singers of Worcester, perform under the direction of Matthew Johnsen.
Saturday, December 12, 2pm
Assabet Valley Chambersingers
Join us for a performance by a small ensemble selected from the Assabet Valley Mastersingers. The Chambersingers perform choral arrangements of holiday songs, under the direction of Robert P. Easton.
Sunday, December 13, 2pm
St. Paul's Cathedral Choir & Children's Choir
St. Paul's Cathedral Choir & Children's Choir, one of the finest choirs in New England, perform under the direction of world-renowned organist and pianist, Ian Watson.
Saturday, December 19, 2pm
Choirs & Bell Ringers, First Congregational Church of Shrewsbury
Under the direction of Malcolm Halliday, Minister of Music at the First Congregational Church of Shrewsbury, listen to the ethereal sounds of bell ringers and singers echoing throughout the Renaissance Court during this festive performance which includes “Navidad Nuestra” by Ariel Ramirez, with guitar and percussion.
Sunday, December 20, 2pm
The All Saints Choirs
Enjoy one of Worcester's cultural treasures as The All Saints Choirs, led by Peter Stoltzfus Berton, perform joyous sacred and secular holiday music. The 45-person ensemble includes members from the Choir of Men and Boys, the St. Cecilia Choir for Girls, and Adult Choristers.
Saturday, December 26, 2pm
Black Sheep Jazz Band
The Museum heads south as we welcome the New Orleans sounds of the Black Sheep Jazz Band. This fun, lively family-oriented band includes trombone, trumpet, clarinet, drums and accordion, as well as washboard and ZuLou stick, and will be performing holiday music with a Dixieland flavor.
Sunday, December 27, 2pm
Ghanaian Choir, Wesley United Methodist
West African sounds come to the Museum with a performance by the Ghanaian Choir of Wesley United Methodist. Led by Charles Ato Brown, enjoy this spirited group as they perform gospel music and native songs in traditional Kente cloth attire.
Saturday, November 28, 10:15am-1:15pm and 3-4:15pm
Holiday Family Photo Op
Start a new family tradition by getting your family holiday photo taken alongside a work of art from the world-famous Worcester Art Museum. A professional photographer from WAM will work with you to get the perfect shot. Sorry, no pets allowed. $25 includes sitting fee and electronic image emailed to your home. Register soon as appointments are limited. Register online or by calling 508.793.4333 or 508.793.4334. Payment is due at time of registration.
Sunday, December 13, 2-4pm
ArtTime: Holiday Card Printshop
Family ArtTime for children ages 6-10 years old with their parents or other significant adult. Find out how to create your own printshop at home as you learn to design and print your own greeting cards using a combination of traditional printmaking techniques. This hands-on family Art Time will show you how to make multiple copies of your cards to send to friends and family. Register online or by calling 508.793.4333 or 508.793.4334. Payment is due at time of registration.
Saturday, December 19, 11am-2pm AND Wednesday, December 23, 11am-2pm
Santa's Helpers: Creative Kid Watch
Parents, do you need a little time by yourself to do some holiday shopping? Let our creative Elves help by entertaining your kids with art projects while you get some shopping done. Better yet, meet a friend for lunch or stroll the galleries! For ages 4 and up. Parents must stay on the premises. $10 per child, pre-registration is encouraged. For information call 508.793.4333 or 508.793.4334.
Monday, December 28 -Wednesday, December 30
Youth December Workshops
Sign up today to reserve a space for your child in these fun workshops. Classes run between 10am and noon and again between 12:30 and 2:30pm with the option of a supervised lunch break. These classes are an opportunity to focus that holiday energy in a whimsical and creative way. This year's classes include: Computer Morphs in which students will superimpose photos of themselves into exotic animals, Comic Art in which kids learn how to make their art jump off the page, and Noise Makers in which young artists create different instruments to shake, rattle and roll. And there's also Origami! Learn more by calling 508.793.4333 or 508.793.4334, or browse the Classes brochure online. Register early as classes fill quickly!
Thursday, December 31, 4-7pm
First Night Worcester: Where the Stars Shine!
Celebrate First Night Worcester and bring in the New Year! Come visit the Museum for exhibition viewing and participatory art making experiences for the entire family in the Higgins Education Wing. First Night festivities at WAM include performances by The Youth Ballet of Ballet Arts Worcester, marimbist Fumito Nunoya, and poet and magician illusionist Paul Szlosek. Check www.firstnightworcester.org for the full city-wide FNW line-up.
Saturdays and Sundays, 3-4pm
Complimentary Gift Wrapping
Enjoy complimentary gift wrapping of purchases from the Museum Shop. Sponsored by the Museum Members' Council.
Friday, November 27, 11am-5pm
Annual WAM Food Drive
Once again, the Museum is collecting donations for local shelters and food pantries the day after Thanksgiving. Visitors who bring in non-perishable food items (canned soups and vegetables or boxed pastas and cereals) or paper goods enjoy free Museum admission that day.
Saturday, December 5, 12-12:30pm
WAM Zip Trip: Buddhism
Zip Trips are fast-paced docent-led gallery talks designed to offer a short but in-depth view of a single work (or artist) on view in the Museum. Free with Museum admission.
Wednesday, December 9, 2pm AND Saturday, December 12, 2pm
Tour of the Month: A Holiday Jaunt to Italy
Escape the winter doldrums with Docent Antonella Doucette and travel to beautiful Italy. Visit the European painting galleries and the new print exhibition, Intaglio: Italian Etchings & Engravings. Free with Museum admission.
Thursday, December 17, 5:30-8pm
Third Thursdays: Music, Tastings & Art
Enjoy music, tastings and art during Third Thursday's @ WAM. Listen to classical guitar with Carl Kamp, wine tasting (21+) with Atlas Distributing, and a tour of the American Collection with Curator of American Art, William Rudolph. This is a great time to get your shopping done at The Museum Shop with gift wrapping by the Members’ Council. Held in the Renaissance Court. Free with Museum admission.
Saturday, December 19, 12-12:30pm
WAM Zip Trip: Christmas Tour
Zip Trips are fast-paced docent-led gallery talks designed to offer a short but in-depth view of a single work (or artist) on view in the Museum. Celebrate the season with this tour of all things Christmas. Free with Museum admission.
Gallery Hours
Wednesday-Friday, 11am-5pm
3rd Thursday of every month, 11am-8pm
Saturday, 10am-5pm
Sunday, 11am-5pm
(Closed Mondays, Tuesdays and December 25)
The Museum Shop Hours
Open 7 days a week, November 27-December 31 (closed December 25)
Gallery hours plus Monday and Tuesday, 11am-5pm
The Museum Café Hours
Wednesday-Saturday, 11:30am-2pm and SUNDAYS noon-4pm
The Sunday menu will feature a selection of plates, desserts, drinks and special holiday items.
Generous support provided by Interstate Specialty Products, Inc., with additional support provided by WSRS/WTAG radio.
Holiday lighting generously donated by Coghlin Electrical Contractors.
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