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45 acres, 39 buildings, 22 gardens, over 100,000 items in the collection. A steamboat, carousel, stellar special exhibitions, and more.
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09/04/2026

Celebrate Norman Rockwell with us!

Come share in a celebration of the enduring nostalgia and resilience of one of America’s greatest illustrators. The event kicks off with a special evening lecture on Friday, Sept. 25, followed by a full Saturday of tours, talks, figure drawing workshops—and even a Rockwell model reunion. Join us to celebrate the rich history and enduring legacy of artist Norman Rockwell.

All events are free for Members or included with Museum admission. Head to the website calendar for more information.

09/03/2026

Lions, Tigers, and Unicorns—Oh My!

Step right up for an in-depth look at one of the most extraordinary works in the Museum’s circus poster collection!

Dating to 1835, this exquisitely detailed advertisement is a rare example of an early circus poster. Printed from more than 36 hand-carved woodblocks, it offers a vivid glimpse into the beginnings of the circus’s Golden Age.

Kory Rogers, Francie and John Downing Senior Curator of American Art, will share fascinating context and insights into the poster, its creation, and the world of early circus entertainment.

Join Rogers and Kat Redniss, Public Programs Educator, for the latest installment of “Close Looking: History, Context, and the Creative Process.” Wednesday, September 9, at 2:00 p.m. Drop-in event limited to the first 20 participants. Free for Members or with Museum admission.

Jared W. Bell, “The Association’s Celebrated and Extensive Menagerie and Aviary From Their Zoological Institute in the City of New-York,” 1835. Woodcut, engraving, and letterpress print on paper, 111 1/4 x 773/4 in. Collection of Shelburne Museum, gift of Harry T. Peters, Jr., Natalie Peters, and Natalie Webster.1959-67.78. Photography by Andy Duback.

09/01/2026

COLLEGE STUDENTS—this one’s for you!

Every Saturday in September, show your student ID at Shelburne Museum and get FREE admission!

Grab your friends, explore incredible art + history, and make the most of your weekends as you kick off the school year. Whether you’re new to campus or back for another semester, the Museum is a perfect spot for exploration and inspiration.

Free with valid college ID.
Every Saturday in September.

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08/25/2026

Cancellation Notice: Tonight’s talk with Miciah Stasis Harding has been postponed.

Permanent Markings: Indigenous Tattooing and the Stories They Carry, a Talk with Miciah Stasis Harding, scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026, has been postponed.

We regret any inconvenience this may have caused. At this moment we do not have an alternate date scheduled, but we will let you know when we have rescheduled the talk.
If you have any questions, please email [email protected]

Join us Wednesday, September 2, from 5:30–6:30 p.m. for a conversation with Miciah Stasis Harding Miciah Stasis, a traditional tattoo practitioner, wampum artist, and quill worker from the Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribe of Massachusetts.

Harding will explore the history of tattooing among Northeastern Indigenous peoples and her work to revitalize traditional tattooing practices as a way to reconnect with ceremony, storytelling, language, healing, and kinship.

The lecture will be followed by an audience Q&A, with optional interactive elements. Free for Members or with Museum admission. Registration recommended.

📸 Photo by Scott Foster Scott Foster, taken during the Narragansett Indian Tribe’s 348th Annual Meeting and Powwow in 2023, held at the Indian Church Grounds on the Narragansett Indian Reservation in Charlestown, Rhode Island. Pictured are the hands of Native American tattoo practitioner Miciah Stasis Harding and her sister, Taylor Smalley, during a traditional tattooing session.

08/18/2026

Looking for a creative way to spend your Wednesday evening? 🎨

Join us for After Hours Artmaking: Creative Space for Teens and Adults from 5:30–7:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 26.

Gather in a casual, comfortable setting to make art inspired by the Museum’s special exhibition “On Point: Needlework from the Garthwaite Family Collection.” Educator Kat Redniss will share insights about the exhibition, and Associate Conservator, Awyn Rileybird will guide you through creative needlepoint activities based on techniques and creative choices made in the exhibition. Perfect for teens and adults looking to relax, connect, and get creative!

Registration required: free! Head to the website for more information and to register.

08/14/2026

Looking for a space where kids can get inspired and make a mess? Next Friday, August 21 join us at 10:30 a.m. for Family Artmaking!

Young artists and their families are invited to create art inspired by this year’s outdoor sculpture exhibition, Carl D’Alvia: (mono)LITHS. D’Alvia’s sculptures slouch, sprawl, or flop—they seem to breathe with personality and movement, engaging in a playful dialogue with the Museum’s historic architecture, gardens, and collections. Bring your imagination, and we’ll bring the supplies, guidance, and enthusiasm!

Free for Members or with Museum admission. Registration required.

08/13/2026

A new masterpiece has arrived at Shelburne Museum!

We’re thrilled to announce the acquisition of a remarkable portrait of William Seton, painted by celebrated American artist Gilbert Stuart between 1793 and 1798.

Seton was a Scottish-born merchant and Loyalist during the American Revolution. Stuart, one of America’s most celebrated portrait painters, is best known for his iconic portrait of George Washington—the image featured on the $1 bill.

Generously gifted to the Museum from the estate of Seton’s great-great-great-granddaughter, Mary Seton Abele, this important portrait is now on view in the Webb Gallery.

Notice Seton hanging opposite John Singleton Copley’s portrait of John Scollay, a Son of Liberty. Together, the two portraits offer a fascinating look at opposing allegiances during the founding era of the United States.

08/12/2026

A love letter to Shelburne Museum—in porcelain. 💙

Renowned ceramic artist Mara Superior has created a stunning new platter inspired by beloved treasures from our collection, including the steamboat “Ticonderoga,” the Chelsea swan tureens, an appliqué quilt block, and a wooden mermaid weathervane. Rich with intricate detail, the work celebrates the Museum’s history, creativity, and the enduring legacy of founder Electra Havemeyer Webb.

See it now in the Ceramics Gallery at Variety Unit, then join Kory Rogers, Francie and John Downing Senior Curator of American Art on Wednesday, August 19 at 5:30 p.m. for “Shelburne Museum on a Platter: Mara Superior’s New Collection Plaque” and discover the stories behind this extraordinary work.

08/07/2026

Are you a PreK-12 educator working in Vermont, New York, or New Hampshire?

As a thank you for all that you do, we want to invite you to Shelburne Museum for FREE on our last Educator Day of the season, happening Wednesday, August 12! You can even bring up to four guests for just $5 each!

Pre-registration is recommended. Head to the website for more information and to register.

Address

6000 Shelburne Road
Shelburne, VT
05482

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	10am - 5pm

Telephone

+18029853346

Website

http://www.shelburnemuseum.org/

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