Westport Art Center is now Museum of Contemporary Arts (MoCA) Westport.
Participating Artists: Vanessa Charlot Susan Chen Demian DinéYazhi´ Kahlil Robert Irving Glenn Ligon Helina Metaferia William Ransom Kameelah Janan Rasheed John Rivas Sneha Shrestha (aka IMAGINE) Xaviera Simmons Remy Sosa Tavares…
Read More »SEE ALL CURRENT COURSE OFFERINGS Spring Recess Art Camp April 15 - April 19 Looking for something creative for your child (ages 4-7) to do during April recess? We offer an AM session from 9:30 to 11:30 and a full-day session from 9:30…
Read More »Our team at MoCA Westport thanks you for your continued support. With your help, we can provide arts programs to our community. This includes our performing arts series featuring Jazz at Lincoln Center, our award-winning art classes, and…
Read More »Application Deadline: TOMORROW, December 22 Calling All High School Artists: Through the Lens of Icons: Revisiting the 1960s Are you a budding high school artist with a deep appreciation for history and a keen eye for artistic expression? This…
Read More »Calling All High School Artists: Through the Lens of Icons: Revisiting the 1960s Application Deadline: December 22 Are you a budding high school artist with a deep appreciation for history and a keen eye for artistic expression? This exceptional…
Read More »UPCOMING EVENTS Election Day Recess Camp for Kids When school is out, MoCA is in session! Join us for a fun, art-filled day at MoCA Westport on Tuesday, November 7. Full day and half day available. LEARN MORE & REGISTER MUSIC AT MoCA: Artem…
Read More »COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS: Penny Slinger’s “Frida Kahlo and Me” Thursday, November 2 | 7-8 PM Tickets $20; Complimentary for MoCA Members Frida Kahlo’s world cracked open, a side-by-side comparison with artist Penny Slinger. …
Read More »Silent Auction Now Live! Silent Auction Is Now Open For Bidding! All funds raised directly supports growing and sustaining our programming at MoCA Westport. Browse & Bid Here The Surrealist Soiree Purchase Tickets Or Donate Here…
Read More »OPENING RECEPTION: Purvis Young Thursday, 9.14 | 6-8pm Come view the never-before-seen collection of Lynne & Jack Dodick featuring work of Purvis Young. REGISTRATION REQUIRED! ANNUAL EVENT: The Surrealist Soiree Saturday, 9.30 | 7pm Surreal…
Read More »September + October Events Opening Reception Purvis Young: This is the Life I See Thursday, September 14 | 6 - 8 PM Join us for the opening reception of our Fall Exhibition, featuring never-before-seen works by outsider artist Purvis Young.…
Read More »Click here to View the Information About "Museum Of Contemporary Arts Westport Weekly Newsletter - August 17,…
Read More »It’s Time To Get Your Tickets! MoCA’s Annual Fundraiser The Surrealist Soirée Saturday, September 30 | 7 PM Learn More + Purchase Tickets Click here to View more Information About Museum Of Contemporary Arts Westport Weekly…
Read More »Sneak Peek: Fall Exhibition Purvis Young The Collection of Lynne and Jack Dodick Learn More Announcing our Fall Exhibition, opening September 15, 2023, featuring the works of outsider artist Purvis Young. This significant exhibition will…
Read More »SAVE THE DATE: August 27, 2023 | 12 - 4 PM Kaleidoscope Exhibition Learn More Join us for a one-day exhibition on Sunday, August 27th from 12 – 4 PM featuring works from both MoCA Gives Back Healing Arts and Camp MoCA Westport…
Read More »MoCA Westport Named “Best Art Classes” & “Best Event Space!” Thank you for voting us "Best Art Classes" for the third consecutive year and “Best Event Space” in Moffly Media's "Best of Westport 2023!" …
Read More »Click here to View the Information About "Museum Of Contemporary Arts Westport Weekly Newsletter - June 28,…
Read More »Our gallery is closed through June 28 as we install our Summer Exhibitions. The Academy will remain open. MUSIC AT MoCA: SUMMER CARMARGO ENSEMBLE JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER EMERGING ARTIST SATURDAY, JULY 8 | 7 PM “Camargo is a positive…
Read More »Our gallery is closed through June 28 as we install our Summer Exhibitions. The Academy will remain open. COMING SOON: SUMMER EXHIBITIONS OPENING RECEPTION: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28 | 6 - 8 PM* ON VIEW BEGINNING JUNE 29 LEARN MORE REGISTER…
Read More »Coming Soon: Summer Exhibitions Opening Reception: Thursday, June 29 | 6 - 8 Pm On View Beginning June 30 Learn More Register For Opening Reception Coming Soon! Our Summer Exhibitions will feature contemporary artists Richard Tsao and…
Read More »Tonight! Art After Hours Art After Hours Friday / June 2 / 5pm-8pm Join MoCA Arlington to celebrate our summer exhibitions! Exhibiting artists will be in attendance and MoCA Arlington Resident Artists will also open their studios to the public.…
Read More »Our gallery is closed through June 7, 2023. The Academy will remain open. THANK YOU TO CONNECTICUT MAGAZINE! READ MORE Thank you to Connecticut Magazine for featuring MoCA Westport on its June cover as a must-see Museum. Read more.…
Read More »Design Thinking Thursday, May 25 • 6 PM Register Now Join us for our final Spring Cocktails and Conversation tomorrow at 6 PM, featuring a discussion on the timeless not trendy, female entrepreneurship, and the blending of function and…
Read More »Join us this weekend for art, music, and conversation; click on each event to learn more. Our full schedule of events can be viewed on our Events Calendar. THURSDAY, MAY 18: - 1 PM: Docent-Led Tour of Rainbow in the Dark - 5 PM: Happy Hour -…
Read More »RAINBOW IN THE DARK: IN THE PRESS Our Rainbow in the Dark exhibition is receiving both critical acclaim and visitor buzz! Check out recent reviews in The Brooklyn Rail, Whitehot Magazine, and office, and experience the exhibition before it…
Read More »On View Now: Rainbow In The Dark featuring the works of Anselm Reyle, curated by Emann Odufu. Read more about the exhibition in Whitehot Magazine. Save The Date For Our Annual Benefitthe Surrealist Soirée Tickets On Sale: May 1 MoCA…
Read More »IT'S A BUSY WEEKEND AT MoCA WESTPORT! Join us for stellar art, music, classes and conversations this weekend! Click on each event to learn more and register: THURSDAY, APRIL 20: 1 PM: Docent-Led Tour of Rainbow in the Dark 5 PM: Happy Hour…
Read More »Cocktails and Conversation Register for 4/20 Artist Talk Check Out Our Spring Speakers Join us for our Cocktails and Conversation events featuring speakers relevant to the exhibition and the arts. Arrive early to explore Rainbow in the Dark…
Read More »ART COLLECTING & BUYING 101 WITH ART EXPERTS TOMORROW! THURSDAY, MAR 30 • 6 PM Register Now Interested in learning more about art collecting? Join us for an in-depth discussion as we demystify art buying and collecting with art…
Read More »ART COLLECTING & BUYING 101 WITH ART EXPERTS THURSDAY, MAR 30 • 6 PM Register Now Interested in learning more about art collecting? Join us for an in-depth discussion as we demystify art buying and collecting with art experts:…
Read More »SPRING EXHIBITION ANSELM REYLE • RAINBOW IN THE DARK OPENING RECEPTION: SATURDAY, MARCH 18 • 6 - 8 PM ON VIEW: MARCH 19 - MAY 28, 2023 Learn More Register for Opening Reception Register for Thursday Docent-Led Tour Announcing…
Read More »SUPPORT LOCAL YOUNG FILMMAKERS! TEEN FILM SHOWCASE THIS FRIDAY, MAR 10 • 6 - 8 PM Get Tickets For Showcase THIS FRIDAY! Created and produced by the Teens at MoCA, the Teen Film Showcase features the short films of high school students…
Read More »Museum of Contemporary Arts Westport Weekly Newsletter - March 1, 2023 Our gallery is closed through March 18, 2023 as we install our Spring Exhibition. The Academy will remain open. COMING SOON: SPRING EXHIBITION ANSELM REYLE - RAINBOW IN THE…
Read More »Our gallery will be closed from February 27 - March 18 as we install our Spring Exhibition. The Academy will remain open. GIVE TO THE CAUSES YOUR CARE ABOUT FAIRFIELD COUNTY'S GIVING DAY: FEBRUARY 23, 2023 Learn More Give To MoCA…
Read More »It's an art and music-filled weekend at MoCA Westport! THURSDAY (FEB 16) -Gallery Hours (12 - 7 PM) -Docent-Led Gallery Tour (1 PM) -Happy Hour (5 - 7 PM) -Paint & Sip (Adults) (5:45 - 7:15 PM) -Cocktails and Conversation: Learn…
Read More »The Museum's Music at MoCA series features a diverse line-up of ten performances in the galleries, including Jazz at Lincoln Center artists. MoCA [Museum of Contemporary Art] Westport announces its 2023 Music at MoCA Concert Series featuring a…
Read More »SAVE THE DATE: SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 OUR CELEBRATION OF THE ARTS RETURNS! MARK YOUR CALENDAR: MoCA Westport's legendary celebration in support of the arts returns on Saturday, September 30, 2023! More details to come soon. VALENTINE'S DAY THEMED…
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Read More »MoCA is excited to announce the appointment of Adam Moore to its Board of Directors. Moore is currently the CEO and Co-Founder of the Fairfield, CT-based WHEELHOUSE Center for Health and Wellbeing. Learn more about Moore here. Register Now Join…
Read More »MUSIC AT MoCA 2023: TALISK (SCOTTISH FOLK) • SAT, FEB 18 • 7 PM "Unless you’ve seen Talisk before you have no idea what you’re about to experience when you see this band live. They are a life affirming, blood pumping, heart…
Read More »MoCA Westport and the Westport Public Art Collections Committee announce Paul Camacho: El Ritmo y La Unidad (Rhythm and Unity), a new exhibition featuring approximately 40 selected works by Paul Camacho (1929-1989). Primarily drawn from the Westport…
Read More »A NEW COLLABORATION IN 2023! AN UNPARALLELED EXPERIENCE FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT Plan Your Event At MoCA Announcing a new event management collaboration for 2023 at MoCA Westport! Joining forces with Marcia Selden Catering and The Cup Bearer,…
Read More »Our gallery is closed through January 12, 2023 as we install our Winter Exhibition. The Academy will remain open. Join Our Member Community Now Become a MoCA Member today! Members receive FREE unlimited gallery admission, FREE access to…
Read More »Our gallery is closed through January 12, 2023 as we install our Winter Exhibition. The Academy will remain open. JOIN US FOR AN ARTS EXPERIENCE IN 2023! We wish you joy, peace, and art experiences in 2023! Click on the links below to learn…
Read More »Happy Holidays from the MoCA Westport team! Our gallery is closed through January 12, 2023. The Academy will remain open. We Thank You For Your Support Donate Now Please consider a donation to MoCA Westport during our Year-End Appeal. We…
Read More »Give Now Dear Friend of MoCA Westport, YOUR support keeps MoCA Westport's community programming alive. We rely on the generosity of our donors to sustain our mission to make the arts accessible to all. Our community impact is significant.…
Read More »MoCA Westport's gallery will be closed from December 19, 2022 - January 12, 2023. The Academy will remain open. When You Give To MoCA, You're Helping Us Give Back Donate Now Please consider a donation to MoCA Westport during our Year-End…
Read More »When You Give To MoCA, You're Helping Us Give Back Donate Now Please consider a donation to MoCA Westport during our Year-End Appeal. We rely on financial support from generous donors like you to sustain our programming and to help ensure the…
Read More »MoCA Westport's gallery will be closed on Saturday, December 10 and Sunday, December 11 to accommodate our MoCA Film Salon. Learn more. WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT Donate Now We need you! Please consider a donation to MoCA Westport during our…
Read More »Just Announced! Inaugural MoCA Film Salon Sat Dec 10 & Sun Dec 11 • 3 - 6 Pm Get Tickets Join us for MoCA's inaugural Film Salon on Saturday, December 10 and Sunday, December 11 from 3 - 6 PM. The Salon will feature two highly…
Read More »Would you like to have your work of art displayed in a Museum? All high school students are invited to submit works of art for our 2023 High School Student Art Exhibition by December 18, 2022. The exhibition will be on view at the Museum from…
Read More »UP NEXT: DIANA MASHIA • INVEST IN HER ART THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3 • 6 PM Register for Nov 3 Register for Nov 10 (Co-Curators) Our Cocktails and Conversation series is designed to showcase speakers relevant to our exhibitions and to the…
Read More »Tomorrow! MOCA'S First Open Mic Night Now Indoors Thursday, Oct 20 • 5 - 7 Pm Register To Attend (Free!) Support local performers at MoCA's first Open Mic Night on October 20th! Poets, slam poets, and musicians will come together to share…
Read More »FALL/EARLY WINTER 2022 COURSES NOW OPEN FOR REGISTRATION Register Now VIEW OUR FULL COURSE CATALOG HERE Be sure to check out: Mini MoCA Learning Labs for Nursery, Pre-K (6 Class Pack): Blending emerging literacy and math skills with artistic…
Read More »Museum of Contemporary Arts Westport Weekly Newsletter - September 15, 2022 Don't miss the final two weeks of our Women Pulling at the Threads of Social Discourse exhibition, on view through Oct 2, 2022. Please note the gallery will be closed…
Read More »MUSIC AT MoCA IN THE GALLERY: ROMAN RABINOVICH - FRIDAY, SEPT 9 - 7 PM (CLASSICAL) "An evening of unforgettable piano mastery, truly in the grand romantic style." - Alexander Platt, MoCA Concert Series Curator Get Tickets for Roman Rabinovich…
Read More »CHECK OUT THE UPDATED MoCA MUSEUM SHOP! Shop Now Discover our updated MoCA Westport Museum Shop featuring a curated collection of contemporary home, art and fashion products! Shop at the Museum or online. MoCA Members always receive a 10%…
Read More »Fall/Early Winter 2022 Courses Now Open For Registration Register Now This Fall, there's something for everyone at MoCA Westport! Get creative and build new skills, and see why we've been voted "Best Art Classes in Westport" in Moffly Media's…
Read More »THE ACADEMY: FALL COURSE OFFERINGS NOW OPEN FOR REGISTRATION Register For All Classes + Camps Our Fall/Early Winter Course Catalog is now live, offering classes for all ages and recess camps through December 2022. Keep checking back, as we…
Read More »Music At Moca In The Gallery: Danish String Quartet • Friday, August 5 • 7 Pm Mariel Bildsten • Saturday, August 20 • 7 Pm Get Tickets For Danish String Quartet (Classical) Get Tickets For Mariel Bildsten (Jazz) Learn…
Read More »Learn More + Get Tickets Read The Westport News Article Join us for an exciting competition featuring four rising stars in the piano world! The finalists will compete over the course of three days in one of America’s most celebrated and…
Read More »SUMMER EXHIBITION: GUIDED TOURS FOR WOMEN PULLING AT THE THREADS OF SOCIAL DISCOURSE ON VIEW THROUGH OCTOBER 2, 2022 Learn More Book Your Free Tour NEW! Go behind the scenes and learn more about the artists and their works. Free docent-led…
Read More »THE HEIDA HERMANNS INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION AUGUST 11 - 13, 2022 Learn More + Get Tickets Five reasons not to miss the Heida Hermanns Piano Competition at MoCA Westport: -This is no amateur competition -- the finalists are…
Read More »Please note the Museum and the Academy are closed on Saturday, July 16 for a private event. THANK YOU TO OUR CHAIRMAN: WILLIAM FELTON "The most truly generous persons are those who give silently without hope of praise or reward." - Carol Ryrie…
Read More »MUSIC AT MoCA CONCERT SERIES: FRI, JULY 15: ADAM TENDLER (CLASSICAL CONTEMPORARY) "Today, he’s considered one of the nation’s leading interpreters of modern American music. He’s a teacher, a performer, an author and a scholar."…
Read More »Women Pulling At The Threads Of Social Discourse Opening Reception: Thursday, June30 • 6 - 8 PM “The exhibition and its message – the right to vote, and the action and responsibility of everyone voting – is just as important…
Read More »Exposing Social and Cultural Vulnerabilities in Women’s Rights, Past & Present The exhibition is a collaboration with The Contemporary Art Modern Project (The CAMP Gallery) and the Fiber Artists Miami Association (FAMA), exploring how…
Read More »MUSIC AT MoCA CONCERT SERIES: SAT, JUNE 25: A TALE OF TWO (COUNTRY/BLUES) Get Tickets For A Tale of Two Learn More About Our Concert Series A Tale of Two On Saturday, June 25 at 7 PM, A Tale of Two will perform their unique blend of…
Read More »Our gallery will be closed June 20 - 29 as we install our Summer Exhibition. The Academy will remain open. POP UP EXHIBITION: SPARK ON VIEW: JUNE 11 - JUNE 19 Learn More in Dan Woog's "06880" Prior to the opening of our Summer Exhibition, check…
Read More »SUMMER EXHIBITION: WOMEN PULLING AT THE THREADS OF SOCIAL DISCOURSE Exposing Social and Cultural Vulnerabilities in Women’s Rights, Past & Present OPENING RECEPTION: THURSDAY, JUNE 30 • 6 - 8 PM Learn More Read The "Westport Local…
Read More »SAVE THE DATE: FAMILY DAY AT MoCA WESTPORT JUNE 18, 2022 • 12 - 2 PM Get Tickets Learn More About Piglet Bring the entire family to a special event on Saturday, June 18 with the world-famous Piglet, and Melissa Shapiro, DMV, author and…
Read More »THE ACADEMY REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR SUMMER Register For All Classes + Camps Camp MoCA Westport 2022 Open for Registration - Art, Science, Gardening & Music Every Week! Special Friday Events! REGISTER NOW. -Exploring Art Together…
Read More »The Punk is Coming exhibition will be closed on Saturday, April 30 for a private event (12 - 4 PM). The Academy will remain open. Save The Date: Family Day At MOCA Westport! June 18, 2022 • 12 - 2 Pm Bring the entire family to a special…
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