Good news! After a two-year restoration project, the Mattatuck Museum is ready to greet visitors. It’s time to take a weekend day trip and visit an old friend. New collections and exhibits have been added to the museum and the educational program has been extended.

Welcome back to The Matt, with just a little bit more. Renovations have added an extra 14,0000 square feet to the beloved museum. In this case, bigger truly is better.
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The extra footage includes 1,500 square feet of gallery space, a garden, a rooftop terrace, an expanded shop, a plaza, and a bigger open foyer.
If you didn't already know about the hidden treasures found in the museum's archives, you'll definitely want to give yourself some time to look through the Max R. Traurig Library.
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The extensive collection is the perfect place to study and appreciate the history of Waterbury and the state of Connecticut.

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As part of the Connecticut Art Trail, the Mattatuck continues to display 25 exhibits each year. While some permanent exhibits call the museum home, there are always new and exciting exhibits to enjoy.
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Some past and future exhibits include William Kent, Norman Rockwell, Presidential Signatures, and Photographs by Jim Marshall.
The button gallery is always a must-see. These beautifully miniature works of art were donated in 1999 by Waterbury Companies aka Waterbury Button Company.
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The museum continues to expand each part of its art collection to capture the essence and creative imagination of artists from all over the globe.
Education is a vital part of the museum's operation. Opportunities to learn include classes that teach the mind, body, and spirit.
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These include youth programs, yearly traditions, mindfulness classes, and more.

Visiting hours to the museum are Monday to Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Evening hours are available on Thursdays. 20 guests are welcomed in every 15 minutes and guests are encouraged to keep visits to approximately 50-60 minutes in length. Reservations for timed tickets can be at mattmuseum.org.

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