Despite lots of new "art" options in town, Glastonbury Arts remains the best source for classes…read moretaught by talented, committed professional artists interested in passing on their craft. You can get "art & wine" and art-based day care in town but these folks excel in bringing to life the technique and joy of creation. There's a reason that the Town of Glastonbury has entrusted them to organize & produce the "On the Green" art show for the past 50+ years...they know art.

From the owner: Since 1962, we have fostered engagement in and appreciation for art in all its forms through…read moreexhibitions and classroom instruction, lectures and demonstrations, special events, art scholarships, and mentoring. Our juried, On the Green Fine Art and Craft show attracts artists from the Eastern seaboard and has been a town "must do" for over 60 years

One of the best places to go in the Hartford area. It has an amazing collection of classic artwork…read moreand rotating collections of modern art. I've been many times and somehow I'm still surprised by some of the pieces on display (Van Gogh, Monet, Dali, etc.). They run various events and community days, and membership costs are very reasonable. Support the Arts!

I was miserable most of my time there. BUT. This was a great museum. I was miserable because the…read moreonly time I could go was on a Saturday, a free Saturday no less, on a day they had a festival, arts and crafts, and a Christmas tree event. So the crowds were INSANE. Like NYC level insane. That being said, I have lots of great things to say about this place, which underwent a huge renovation and modernization several years ago that was so good that the New York Times wrote an article saying it was "a masterpiece of renovation." The great hall is beautiful and though I don't care much for old school colonizer art, I was bummed it was teeming with Christmas trees and families, hindering my ability to take an artful photo to capture that masterpiece. The museum does a great job of mixing colors, styles, appreciating the classical, while also mixing in fun and modern elements. They have European art. Impressionist art. All that gold religious stuff. Modern art that's just some blocks and colors and makes you wonder, "is this really art?" They have a great surrealist section and a huge Dali painting, which is actually the marketing they used to get me here. They have some sculpture, some Greek sculpture and some contemporary art. I enjoyed the art by Black artists and art focusing on Black struggles in the Amistad Center, located on the third floor, though I wish this section was bigger. They had an Islamic art section, Chinese art, American art (most of what I saw was from the 20s through the 90s). I loved how each space was painted a rich, moody color. And the common spaces were full of patterns, stained glass, and multi-colored walls winding up the staircase. The staff were nice and helpful. I paid 20-something bucks for admission, but since I bought a ticket for a free Saturday, the staff was cool enough to contact me and ask me if I wanted a full refund. I told them to take the fee as a donation. I've seen almost all the museums in New York City, which is my favorite place in the world. But this one can hold its own. But if I ever visit again (which I doubt, cus who needs to see Hartford twice?)--I will avoid weekends and free days and definitely the Christmas tree festival!

Host Andrea was very welcoming, took great care of us for our Anniversary dinner. Servers were…read morereliable and quick. Food was good, definitely try the chicken Korean firespice! I had a wonderful experience and will be back! Heard rumors of it turning into a club after hours and I'll be first in line when they do!

This place is so overrated and overpriced. Whatever you do, don't order the clams casino. They are…read moredrenched in brown sugar, you cant even eat it. It's like eating a spoonful of sugar, disgusting. Crab fried rice wasn't good and is super expensive. Whole place was just unsatisfying.

Great place - interesting art displays, great gift shop with lots of unique items, and most of all…read morefriendly, knowledgeable and helpful staff. Really a great find in downtown Manchester!

From their website:…read more MCC on Main occupies 7,000 square feet of newly renovated, modern space adjacent to a core block of businesses on Main Street in the Manchester Special Services District. The space houses an art and video gallery, the entrepreneurship center, a small cafe with Wi-Fi access and seminar and conference rooms for classes and event-related programming. Since its opening, MCC on Main has brought a new level of energy and excitement to downtown Manchester. Its presence serves as the catalyst for creating partnerships between the arts, business, education, local government and non-profits. ************************ I have to say, I am so thrilled that MCC on Main is open to the public. I usually attend their live music and open mic events. With a very modest entrance fee of $5 for live events, and a modest bar (wine,beer,coffee, Italian pastries), you can't go wrong. Very clean and friendly staff!!!! I recently was their to see a Nu-Folk Group called "Them Damn Hamiltons"...The place was filled to capacity, 110 people, as the staff rolled out more seats for their guests. Seats are varied, from plush seats, wooden and comfy chairs. The best part: You can sit up close & personal with the entertainment!!! Where else can you do this? I love MCC on Main. What a great idea the President of Manchester Community College came up with!!!! Thank you!!! Please check this new Live Music/ Arts/ Educational Center out soon!!! You won't be dissapointed!!!!

I have come here twice to see this documentary "No Other Land" because it isn't streaming or…read moreplaying anywhere else. I'm grateful that we have a theater like this in Hartford! I am not a member yet but I intend to become one. There is also an art gallery which I have not explored yet. I took a star off because the popcorn was not great. I only got it once. Maybe it wasn't fresh. I'm going back tomorrow to see the movie one last time before it's gone and will check out the art gallery and try the popcorn again!

We had the pleasure of attending the opening of " MIDAS."…read moreThe theatre was perfect in size and the chair not tight fitting! The staff were great in directing us to the evening's event and activities. We will return!!

A tremendously creative, inspiring & enriching cultural organization that Hartford is lucky to…read morehave. Greater Hartford Arts Council is a treasure when it comes to promoting and supporting the arts and cultural development initiatives within the region. The council supports dance, visual arts, theater, music, public art projects and organizes the city's annual Taste of Hartford (which I'm all about!). They also have a pretty rockin' events calendar and offer a Let's Go Arts card (I think it's $50) for member discounts. Put it this way- their 7 Day Arts & Entertainment Forecast has saved me from a boring existence. Scope out their website & go get cultured!

From the owner: The Greater Hartford Arts Council is helping to improve lives and transform communities through the…read morearts. Through our annual United Arts Campaign, we secure community resources and responsibly reinvest those dollars into a wide array of arts organizations and programs that keep our community strong. We promote the arts as a regional asset and connect citizens to the arts - publishing an events calendar, distributing a weekly e-newsletter, and managing the Let's Go Arts! discount program to help ensure the arts are accessible to all.