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Graphite-Inspired Exhibit Sparks Studies of Local Connections to Pencil and Paper

Lead by a visit to the Springfield Museums’ new exhibit, “Leaving Our Mark: In Celebration of the Pencil,” families can explore not only the role of pencils and paper in art-making, but their ties to the history of western Massachusetts! A local historic mining site and a papermaking museum add depth to the arts-based learning that the museums’ exhibit inspires.

Category: Community Based Education, History, Museum Tags: Art Studies, Art Studios in Western Massachusetts, Experiential Eduation, Graphite-Based Art and Industry, Pencil, place-based education

Recommended Art Studios/Classes in Western MA

Hilltown Families is partnering with local businesses and organizations throughout Western MA to build a comprehensive list of classes and enrichment programs to help connect opportunities with learners of all ages across the region. If you or your business/organization would like a year-long listing in our directory, you are invited to join our stellar team with whom are partnering with us to reach new customers. A yearlong membership in our Class &… Read More