T. W. Wood Museum

2026 June Art Walk
2026-06-05 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | T.W. Wood Museum, 46 Barre Street, Montpelier, VT, 05602, United States
June 5th: Montpelier Art Walk
Art Walk Reception 5-7:30 pm
6:00 pm Artist Talk
Join us at the T.W. Wood Museum for the June Montpelier Art Walk and a special reception celebrating two new exhibitions.
On view at T.W. Wood Museum:

In Our Nuquist Gallery: “Sea Wonders” by Carolyn Shapiro & Deb Fleischman. Dive into an immersive underwater world in the Nuquist Gallery with Sea Wonders, a collaborative installation by Vermont artists Carolyn Shapiro and Deb Fleischman. Featuring vivid textile collages and a walk-through kelp forest experience, this exhibition celebrates the beauty, wonder, and interconnectedness of ocean life.
In Our Contemporary Hall: “Art Resource Association Members Exhibit” by the Art Resource Association. Discover the vibrant creativity of Vermont’s arts community in the Contemporary Hall, featuring diverse works by the talented members of the Art Resource Association. Explore the exhibition and experience a dynamic collection of contemporary artwork from local and regional artists.

Enjoy an evening of art, conversation, and community, with an artist talk at 6:00 PM.
The Montpelier Art Walk is a bi-monthly, self-guided arts tour throughout downtown Montpelier, featuring artist receptions, live music, workshops, local dining, and a welcoming, social atmosphere. It’s a wonderful way to experience the creativity and resilience of our capital city.
Art Walk hours citywide: 4:00–8:00 PM
(Some venues may offer extended hours—please check with individual locations.)

Art Show and Fundraising Raffle
2026-05-28 17:30 - 19:30
Annual T.W. Wood After School Art Show & Fundraising Raffle

Join us for an evening celebrating young artists and supporting our After School Arts and youth programs!
Thursday, May 28th, 5:30pm-7:30pmAt T.W. Wood Museum: 46 Barre St., Montpelier, VT

Pizza will be served starting at 5:30 PM
6:30 Raffle Drawing
25 Tickets for $20
25 Chances to Win!

View Raffle Prize List

Tickets sold at the door and can be purchased in advance at:

T.W. Wood Museum: 46 Barre St., Montpelier, VT
Magpie and Tiger: 15 State St #101, Montpelier, VT

Springtide 2026 Watercolor Exhibit
2026-04-03 17:00 - 2026-05-23 14:00
Springtide 2026 Exhibit

Celebrate Springtide 2026, a dynamic exhibition of watercolor and painting by Vermont Watercolor Society artists, on view April 3–May 23 in the Contemporary Hall.

Contemprary Hall

April 2026 Montpelier Art Walk
2026-04-03 17:00 - 19:30 | T.W. Wood Museum, 46 Barre Street, Montpelier, VT, 05602, United States
April Montpelier Art Walk
Friday, April 3 | 5:00–7:30 PMArtist Talk at 6:00 PM
Join us at the T.W. Wood Museum for the April Montpelier Art Walk and a special reception celebrating two new exhibitions.
On view beginning April 3:

In our Nuquist Gallery: “Wandering in Hope” features new work by Vermont-based artist Samantha Mercadante Eckert, exploring themes of beauty, memory, and resilience through abstract and mixed-media forms.
In our Contemporary Hall: “Springtide 2026” showcases a vibrant collection of paintings by members of the Vermont Watercolor Society, highlighting both individual talent and shared artistic achievement.

Enjoy an evening of art, conversation, and community, with an artist talk at 6:00 PM.
The Montpelier Art Walk is a bi-monthly, self-guided arts tour throughout downtown Montpelier, featuring artist receptions, live music, workshops, local dining, and a welcoming, social atmosphere. It’s a wonderful way to experience the creativity and resilience of our capital city.
Art Walk hours citywide: 4:00–8:00 PM(Some venues may offer extended hours—please check with individual locations.)

Wandering in Hope: Samantha Eckert
2026-04-03 10:00 - 2026-05-23 14:00
Image Credit: “Drift Before Naming”, Sam Eckert (acrylic on canvas)

Samantha Eckert: Wandering in Hope
Exhibit in Nuquist Gallery: March 30 – May 10, 2026
Notice: Due to an unexpected maintenance issue, this gallery exhibition has closed earlier than anticipated. We appreciate your understanding.

Artist Statement
I am a multidisciplinary artist. My work comes from an intuitive process that involves time, deep observation, contemplation, and experimentation. This latest series of paintings embodies the style of ‘Casualism,’ which prioritizes the creative process; nothing is preplanned.
I am exploring experimentation and intuitive, intentional responses to color, shape, movement, and spatial landscapes within my compositions. My choices in color, mark-making, and pouring are driven by impulse and my reactions to the unfolding activity of liquid paint—blooms, drips, and layers. Broad swaths of color, resembling either looming clouds or gushing waterfalls, are designed to evoke imaginary or dreamlike landscapes. Through rigorous art practice and extended observation, my sensibilities have developed over time. My wish is for my intuition to meld with intention.
The work is informed by my personal feelings and thoughts. I feel bewilderment and anxiety about societal shifts brought on by the rise of artificial intelligence and robotics, as well as the overwhelming tensions and complexities of the political climate. My outlet is painting, which expresses a dichotomy of tension and peacefulness encapsulated by the mystery of abstraction. Ultimately, I am interested in portraying beauty, memory, loss, and longing in abstract form. I find solace in nature and am captivated by the beauty of the sea, clouds, and stars.
The new clay works are crafted with care and gentle handling, embodying both feminine sensuality and a connection to nature, particularly sea plants and living organisms.
Furthermore: Since the COVID lockdown, I believe humanity has been straddling a line between reality and something else; the mysteries of time and memory feel tangled and difficult to unravel. I experience a profound sense of longing within myself, and I sense this same longing in others— a yearning for a simpler time before COVID and before technology overshadowed our spirits.

February Art Walk
2026-02-06 17:00 - 19:30
Montpelier Art Walk
For the February 6 Montpelier Art Walk, the T.W. Wood Museum will not have new exhibits on display. The Nuquist Gallery and Contemporary Hall are temporarily closed for a gallery refresh.
Art Walk, a bi-monthly community event happening all over Montpelier, is our community’s way to celebrate the spirit and resilience of our capital city. This event is a great way to get a taste of the local art scene in our capital city and is part of a self-guided arts tour in downtown Montpelier featuring artist receptions, art workshops, live music, local restaurants, and a laid-back social vibe.
Officially 4 PM – 8 PM, some venues will have additional hours, please check with the venue.

Gallery Overhaul
2026-01-28 - 2026-03-24
Gallery Overhaul: Fresh Paint in Nuquist and Contemporary Spaces
The Nuquist Gallery and Contemporary Hall at the T.W. Wood Museum are undergoing a refresh with newly painted walls as part of our gallery overhaul. During this time, there will be no exhibits on view in these two spaces. We look forward to unveiling updated galleries for upcoming exhibitions.

December Art Walk: Opening Receptions
2025-12-05 17:00 - 19:30 | T.W. Wood Museum, 46 Barre Street, Montpelier, VT, 05602, United States
Montpelier Art Walk
Receptions for our next exhibits at T.W. Wood Museum Nuquist Gallery and Contemporary Hall
Montpelier Art Walk, T.W. Wood Museum opening receptions, from 5–7:30 PM for:

Contemporary Hall: Annual Members 10×10 Exhibition
Nuquist Gallery: Windows and Horizons: Light, Dwelling, and Memory by Cara Armstrong

Art Walk, a bi-monthly community event happening all over Montpelier, is our communities way to celebrate the spirit and resilience of our capital city. This event is a great way to get a taste of the local art scene in our capital city and is part of a self-guided arts tour in downtown Montpelier featuring artist receptions, art workshops, live music, local restaurants, and a laid-back social vibe.
Montpelier ArtWalk takes place every second Friday of the even months from 4-8 p.m. This free event features contemporary art set in various venues in downtown Montpelier. For more information: facebook.com/MontplierArtWalk

Remember Lynn Closing Memorial Reception
2025-11-22 16:00 - 20:00 | T.W. Wood Museum, 46 Barre Street, Montpelier, VT, 05602, United States
Saturday, November 22, 4 PM
Closing Reception: Remembering Lynn
Join us as we honor the late Lynn Imperatore at the closing of Remembering Lynn in the Nuquist Gallery, curated by Sabrina Fadial and Janet Fredericks. Lynn’s work explored how drawing and art-as-process reveal the unexpected edges of perception. This memorial installation features mixed media drawings that intimately delve into sleep, dreams, and the visible world.

2025 Lantern Workshop
2025-11-15 10:00 - 14:00 | T.W. Wood Museum, 46 Barre Street, Montpelier, VT, 05602, United States
November 15 | 10 AM – 2 PM | At T.W. Wood Museum
Light Up the Night: Lantern Workshops at TW Wood Museum
Free Drop-In Workshop | All materials provided

In celebration of Montpelier’s Bridge Illumination Project, the TW Wood Museum and Montpelier Alive invite the community to take part in creating beautiful handmade lanterns for the Lantern Parade on November 22. Illuminate downtown Montpelier with your own glowing creation!
Workshops are led by local artist Sabrina Fadial, Executive Director of the TW Wood Museum.
Join us for these fun, hands-on sessions where participants can build willow and paper lanterns in two elegant styles—or design something entirely their own. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Come create, connect, and light up Montpelier together!

2025 Lantern Workshop
2025-11-08 10:00 - 14:00 | T.W. Wood Museum, 46 Barre Street, Montpelier, VT, 05602, United States
November 8 | 10 AM – 2 PM | At T.W. Wood Museum
Light Up the Night: Lantern Workshops at TW Wood Museum
Free Drop-In Workshop | All materials provided

In celebration of Montpelier’s Bridge Illumination Project, the TW Wood Museum and Montpelier Alive invite the community to take part in creating beautiful handmade lanterns for the Lantern Parade on November 22. Illuminate downtown Montpelier with your own glowing creation!
Workshops are led by local artist Sabrina Fadial, Executive Director of the TW Wood Museum.
Join us for these fun, hands-on sessions where participants can build willow and paper lanterns in two elegant styles—or design something entirely their own. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Come create, connect, and light up Montpelier together!
