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Five Points Arts hosts a variety of programs and events – community activities, guest speakers, special celebrations, benefits, as well as ongoing group meetings for artists and art enthusiasts.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Presented by David Ricci
Saturday, Apr. 18, 2026
2 – 3:30 PM
Five Points Arts Center
Free and open to the public
Join photographer, David Ricci, for a public presentation discussing his book, “Hunter Gatherer: Salvaged Stories of American Culture.” This work contains nearly 100 photographs taken by Ricci over seven years spent traveling the country at antique fairs, curio shops, thrift stores and other resale marketplaces. These images cast a light on historical biases and stereotypes, and explore themes of consumerism, racism, objectification, beauty standards and popular culture.
Presented by Peter Waite
Saturday, Apr. 25, 2026
1 PM
Five Points Arts Center
Free and open to the public
Following his successful solo exhibition: Social Memory: Paintings 1987 – 2025 at the Wadsworth Antheneum, Peter Waite will discuss his work and career at Five Points Arts Center.
This lecture is presented in tandem with a workshop instructed by the artist. Click below to learn more.
Peter Waite’s paintings invite us, in his own words, “to make the known unknown, and the ordinary extraordinary.” Though devoid of people, his architectural scenes are imbued with an uncanny feeling of presence, offering space for reflection on how memory, identity, and social rituals become embedded in the places we inhabit.
ONGOING PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Uninstructed
Fridays (weekly)
10 AM – 1 PM
Join an open studio space where creatives, makers and artists of all levels work alongside one another in an inspiring and supportive environment. Bring materials or a creative project to work on, all mediums are welcome!
lead by Judy McElhone
Tuesday (monthly)
2 – 3 PM
Bring an original work for personal, constructive feedback and discussion with fellow artists. All skill levels and mediums are welcome!
moderated by Bill Haygood
Thursday (monthly)
2 – 3 PM
Share in thought-provoking and engaging discussion on the visual arts and the creative journey. Each month focuses on a book or books on a common art-related topic.
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Judy McElhone, Founder/Executive Director of Five Points Arts, joins as a guest on Fox61 News discussing the organization and its impact on Torrington as a growing cultural district.
Aired: May 30, 2025
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