Happy Hour Friday with A.C.T.

Kick off your weekend with an art-filled escape at The Aldrich! Every Friday this summer, the Museum stays open late until 7 pm for Happy Hour Fridays. Explore the galleries with tours featuring works by 40 Connecticut-based artists in the exhibition The Aldrich Decennial: I am what is around me. Unleash your creativity with fun, hands-on activities in The Studio, or simply unwind in our Sculpture Garden, where newly installed outdoor artworks will be on view. Sip on $8 wine and beer while enjoying the Sculpture Garden. Members receive one free drink ticket per Happy Hour, to be picked up at the Front Desk upon arrival. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, Happy Hour Fridays at The Aldrich offer the perfect way to start your weekend!Throughout the series, we’ll feature beer selections from Nod Hill Brewery, with Chez Lenard joining on select evenings to offer food and refreshments. Special performances with A. C. T. of Connecticut! Featuring a selection of vocalists and performers from A. C. T.’s vibrant artistic community, this program brings live music into dialogue with the artwork on view. Inspired by works in The Aldrich Decennial, the evening offers an interpretive way to experience the Museum through sound and live performance. A. C. T. of Connecticut (A Contemporary Theatre of Connecticut) is a professional nonprofit theater in Ridgefield dedicated to producing high-quality musical theater while providing educational and performance opportunities for artists of all ages. Through its productions and training programs, A. C. T. supports both emerging and established performers and fosters a vibrant local arts community.