This photo shows one of the Wee Faerie Houses, which comprise the Wee faerie Village that opens to day at the Florence Griswold Museum. Photo by the Florence Griswold Museum.
OLD LYME — One of the highlights of the Old Lyme year begins today when the Florence Griswold Museum opens its metaphorical doors to the 2025 Wee Faerie Village outdoor installation with the intriguing themeof Yesterville: A Wee Old-Timey Town.
Everyone has a history, including the wee faerie folk. Inspired by the living history museums in the human world such as Mystic Seaport, Greenfield Village, Sturbridge Village, and Colonial Williamsburg, Yesterville is just the place for the faeries to experience the joys of yesteryear.
From today through Nov. 3, you can explore the ways of yesteryear and visit these types of historic spaces: Covered Bridge, Light House, Windmill, Tavern, Town Hall, Inn, Print Shop, Farmstead, Boardinghouse, Blacksmith Shop, Train Station, Stable – and much more.
Photo by the Florence Griswold Museum.
A beautifully- illustrated map (see image at left) will guide you along a route to each house.
The event features some two dozen faerie installations as well as a fun roster of special events to compliment the theme.
Since 2009, over 190,000 visitors have immersed themselves in the spirit of imagination and whimsy that comes from visiting the pint-sized installations created across the Museum’s campus. This year, on any perfect autumn day in late September and all through October, this year’s Wee Faerie Village will be no exception.
One of the signature pieces in the New England Landscape exhibition at the Lyme Art Association is ‘In the Place of Stillness’, pictured above, by Aleta Gudelski in cold wax and oil.
OLD LYME — The New England Landscape exhibition featuring works by Lyme Art Association (LAA) Member Artists is currently on view at the LAA.
This annual exhibition celebrates the rich and varied beauty of the East Coast. From autumn leaves to summer trees and lonely roads to rolling hills, LAA member artists visually explored their connection to this land. Gallery visitors will experience the artwork on display through an array of mediums, which acknowledge New England’s many moods and views.
Running concurrently is Connecticut Pastel Society’s Renaissance in Pastel. The Connecticut Pastel Society is a fine arts organization that draws awareness to pastel as an artistic medium. The Society’s annual national show celebrating the beauty of pastel is on view in the LAA’s gallery.
Also, on view from Oct. 16—24 is the Plein Air Art Group Show. Throughout the spring and summer, LAA’s Plein Air Painting Group painted in and around Old Lyme and their pieces capturing the town’s beauty will be on display in this show for visitors.
New England Landscape and the Connecticut Pastel Society’s Renaissance in Pastel are on view from Sept. 13 – Oct. 24.
New England Landscape is supported by Guilford Savings Bank in partnership with the Community Foundation of Middlesex County.
Founded in 1914 by the American Impressionists, the LAA continues the tradition of exhibiting and selling representational artwork by its members and invited artists, as well as offering art instruction, lectures, and other public programs to the community.
The LAA is located at 90 Lyme St., Old Lyme, CT, in a building designed by architect Charles Adams Platt. Admission is free with contributions appreciated. Gallery hours are Wednesday – Sunday, 10am – 5pm, or by appointment.
The signature image for the 103rd Elected Artists‘ Exhibition is “Connecticut Hills, Norwich” in oil by Bill Sonstrom,.
OLD LYME—There is a treat in store for art lovers this summer as the Lyme Art Association (LAA) in Old Lyme, Conn., showcases three new exhibitions.
The 103rd Elected Artists Exhibition features the work of LAA’s Elected Artists—their most accomplished artists, who serve as torchbearers of the American representational tradition. This annual exhibition highlights a wide range of artwork, continuing the annual tradition of celebrating the best work of these artists.
Running alongside is Taking Flight, a show that considers the beauty of avian life and the exhilaration of flight. Through various mediums and artistic styles, LAA member artists capture the essence of avian ecology and the human fascination with flight, while inspiring a deeper connection with conservation.
In addition, LAA has welcomed the New Haven Paint & Clay Club back to its galleries for their 2024 Selected Members Exhibition, a juried show that features the work of five notable artists: Diane Chandler, Robert Jacoby, Anne Johann, Gus Moran, and Greg Shea.
All three exhibitions are on view through Sept. 5. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free, with donations appreciated.
The shows are generously sponsored by the Lyme Art Association’s Supporting Sponsor, Chelsea Groton Bank.
Founded in 1914 by the American Impressionists, the LAA continues the tradition of exhibiting and selling representational artwork, while also offering art instruction and lectures to the community. Lyme Art Association is located at 90 Lyme St. in Old Lyme, CT, within the national historic district.
And they’re off! A raised hand prepared to blow the starting horn for the LYSB Kids’ Race.
OLD LYME—Glorious sunshine greeted Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival on Saturday and the day continued under clear skies all the way through to the fabulous fireworks late in the late evening.
Things kicked off with the 5K Midsummer Run organized by Lymes’ Youth Service Bureau followed by the always popular Kids’ Run.
The day began with LYSB Kids’ Run, which saw 70 youngsters sprint round Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School.
There were stands galore at Lyme Art Association …
Elizabeth Farrell offered a great variety of products from Fat Stone Farm in Lyme, which she and her husband own.
There were good things to eat …
The Lyme Pollinator Pathway tent was co-hosted with Pollinate Old Lyme and the Old Lyme Conservation Commission. It offered a treasure trove of information.
Good things to learn …
Veterans Richard Mason and Ed Shyloski shared facts and figures about the VFW Post 1467.
and good people to meet.
Folk musicians played with vigor at Lyme Art Association.
Great music was played …
Edie Twining and Mark Terwilliger manned the Old Lyme Historical Society.
History was shared …
Old Lyme Open Space Commission member Andrea Fenton (center, holding document) gave information about the respective roles of both the Commission and the Old Lyme Land Trust to visitors galore.
And Open Space was discussed.
Marketing Coordinator Emily Clark greeted visitors at the Florence Griswold Museum..
Over at the Florence Griswold Museum, there were some canine matters under review …
This regal dog made a striking pose at the Dog Show sponsored by the Vista organization.
The annual Dog Show hosted by the Museum drew a large number of entries. The four-legged folk came in all shapes and sizes …
This dachsund and his owner wore coordinated costumes!
There were small dogs …
This ‘Daisy Dog’ walked away with a top award.
There were middle-sized dogs …
Butterflies were everywhere!
There were Butterfly Dogs …
Both this dog and his owner offered a wonderful show of patriotism!
And there were Starry Dogs!
Julie Martel puts ‘Sunkist’ Winnie through her paces. Winnie was subsequently declared the winner of the Longest Nose Award and also runner-up in the Best Trick contest. She even won a raffle prize as well!
Meanwhile, up at the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center, the Lyme-Old Lyme Lions held their popular Classic Car Show.
The Lyme-Old Lyme Lions hosted their Classic Car Show at the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center.
Gleaming vehicles were on show all around the grounds of the former Bee and Thistle Inn.
A delighted David Kelsey received an award from Lyme-Old Lyme Lions Car Show emcee Phil Parcak.
The show was a huge success drawing a record number of entries.
The ‘Fence Artists’ displayed their work at the Old Lyme Inn.
Over at the Old Lyme Inn, the ‘Fence Artists’ showed their skill through their paintings and photos that were for sale. Business was brisk throughout the day.
An amazing fireworks display lit up the night sky over Lyme-Old Lyme High School.
And finally, the end of another wonderful Old Lyme Midsummer Festival was celebrated with a spectacular fireworks display held on the Lyme-Old Lyme Schools campus.
We were proud to be a sponsor of such a special community event and indebted to the Old Lyme Arts District for all their hard work organizing such a remarkable day for so many to enjoy.
A large crowd listened to ‘Locomotion’ while watching the sun go down across the Lieutenant River.
OLD LYME—It was a night of music and merriment as Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival 2024 kicked off yesterday evening with a toe-tapping concert presented by ‘Locomotion.’
It was a perfect evening for a great concert.
Picnics were eaten, beverages were consumed, friends reconnected, and people danced to their heart’s content.
