


The towns of Connecticut Countryside are alive with artistic expression and cultural events. Whether you’re drawn to visual arts, performing arts, or community festivals, there’s something to inspire everyone.

Internationally renowned abstract sculptor David Hayes lived and worked on an old farm in Coventry, Connecticut. The David Hayes Art Foundation displays his completed works at the historic family homestead, Stonewalls. The public is welcome to walk the grounds for self-guided tours. We do not charge admission though donations help us mow and maintain the grounds. For a private tour, please call 607 353-9000 or send an email to the artist's son at david@davidhayes.com several days in advance.

You will discover an abundance of media in my studio: pen & ink, pastel, oil, Chinese brush painting, pyrography, unique gourd art, and gourd/polymer clay Forest Delights series. Nature is my inspiration. During the Spring of 2024, I began revisiting my birch paintings with a twist, a new approach that, for some pieces, incorporates my skills with Chinese brush style.

Captain Nathan Hale is famous for his alleged last words: “I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country.” At the Homestead Museum of Patriot-Hero Nathan Hale, Connecticut Landmarks engages visitors in understanding the historical and emotional commitments of individuals and families who have patriotically served their country through sacrifice, starting from the story of schoolteacher-turned-spy Nathan Hale. At the Nathan Hale Homestead in Coventry, we are honored to continue to welcome visitors from around the world to learn about Nathan Hale and consider: where do heroes come from?

The Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry is a unique resource for understanding the past, present, and future of puppets and material performance. As part of the University of Connecticut's School of Fine Arts, it complements UConn's Puppet Arts Program in building and disseminating knowledge about our field. The Ballard Institute presents exhibitions, performances, workshops, forums, and online resources about puppetry around the world; its collection of over 3,000 puppets and its archival resources offer further insights into puppet history.

The Musuem's mission is to exhibit, preserve, research and educate about historic glass and glassmaking in the numerous glassworks of Connecticut. Located in Coventry, CT, and opened for special events or by request, the John Turner house is one of several original houses still standing in the National Historic Glass Factory District.

Discover creativity at Lenard Hall! Our state-of-the-art facility offers art classes, workshops, and events for all ages. Unleash your potential and join a vibrant community of artists. Visit us today!

Experience world-class performances at the Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts! From captivating concerts to mesmerizing theater, Jorgensen offers unforgettable entertainment for all. Join us and be inspired! Visit jorgensen.uconn.edu for tickets and info.

Discover your creative potential at the Community School of the Arts! Offering classes in music, dance, theater, and visual arts for all ages and skill levels. Join us to ignite your passion and express your unique voice. Enroll today!

The annual Arts on Main festival takes place at the end of the summer throughout historic Coventry village. There are arts and crafts vendors, music, participatory children's art, face painting, strolling performances, poetry readings, youth art show, and a show of works by the Coventry Arts Guild members.

Celebrate local talent and ignite your passion for art.


Join us for the Annual Art Benefit for the Land Trust! Enjoy an evening of stunning art, live music, and delicious local cuisine, all while supporting land conservation. Your presence makes a difference!