Visit Osborne Homestead in Derby on CT Open House Day

DERBY - Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection’s Osborne Homestead Museum will participate in the 13th annual Connecticut Open House Day - a statewide celebration of art, history, and tourism -from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 10. 

During this one-day event, the museum will offer free tours featuring Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock prints.  

From 1-2:30 p.m. the Kellogg Environmental Center will have a special presentation and workshop on ukiyo-e.  

The ukiyo-e presentation and art workshop will pay homage to this unique Japanese art form and Francis Osborne Kellogg’s collection of ukiyo-e woodblock prints. Learn about the history of ukiyo-e and make your own ukiyo-e—inspired art using paper crafts. 
The workshop is appropriate for all ages.  

All materials will be supplied, and there will be no fee. After the workshop, visit the museum and view its collection of Japanese prints and more Asian-influenced artwork.  

Visitors can also explore the beautiful gardens surrounding the museum.

Connecticut Open House Day is sponsored by the Connecticut Office of Tourism and is designed to broaden awareness among residents of Connecticut’s exceptional art, culture, and history.  

This special day encourages residents to become ambassadors who share their newfound discoveries with visiting family and friends.  

The Kellogg Environmental Center and Osborne Homestead Museum are located at 500 Hawthorne Ave.

Space for the workshop is limited. Call 203-734-2513 or email donna.kingston@ct.gov to register or for more information.  

This is a press release from CT DEEP.