10 am – 4 pm
Location
Museum-wideCelebrate Diwali, the “Festival of Lights,” with the India Society of Worcester and the Worcester Art Museum. Join us for a full day of Indian dance, music, food, and art, and explore all of our current exhibitions with free admission!
Events
11:15 am–1 pm
Indian Classical and Folk Dance and Music, with the India Society of Worcester
Renaissance Court (Ground Level)
11:30 am and 2 pm
Live Combat Demonstration: Indo-Persian Arms and Armor, with Bayt al-Asad
Conference Room, Higgins Education Wing (Level 3)
Ongoing activities
11 am–3 pm
Indo-Persian Arms and Armor Display, with Bayt al-Asad
Conference Room, Higgins Education Wing (Level 3)
Henna, with Meghna and Wahi Creations
Studio 2410, Higgins Education Wing (Level 2)
Play Chess and Learn About India, with the India Society of Worcester
Salisbury Hall (Level 2)
Artmaking
Diwali Scavenger Hunt
Pick up at welcome desks and return for a collectible pin
Art Display by Local Artists, with the India Society of Worcester
Higgins Education Wing (Level 2)
Food and shopping
10 am–4 pm
Food by Peppers Indian Cuisine
Lancaster Room (Level 2)
Artisanal Ice Cream by Tickett Ice Cream
Location to be announced
Museum shop
Salisbury Lobby (Ground Level)
10% discount for Members!
Programming subject to change.
The Diwali Celebration is presented in partnership with the India Society of Worcester.
Free admission for the Diwali Celebration is supported by Sandy Hubbard and Thomas J. Logan.
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