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Scott Rhoades Painting

Members’ Opening Reception: Scott Rhoades’ Scenic New England

Nathan Hale Homestead 2299 South St, Coventry

Experience the work of artist and art instructor Scott Rhoades. Raised in Coventry, Rhoades’ work has been published in several magazines and his school mural program was nationally recognized. He will receive a first-place prize from Marlborough Arts Center for the painting pictured above, which also won the 2024 Painting Award at the Connecticut Academy of Fine Arts. Stop by on Sundays in August to visit Rhoades, who will be onsite working on his latest artwork and answering questions. 

Free

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Summer Kitchen Talk Series: Aaron Burr in Litchfield County

Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden 9 Main St N, Bethlehem

Join staff and guest speakers this summer for special talks exploring the history of the property. On August 9, discover more about Aaron Burr’s formative years in Litchfield County in partnership with the Litchfield Historical Society. Guests will learn more about Burr’s time spent at the Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden as a student of Reverend Bellamy and his time at the Litchfield Law School.

$15 – $20