Our Mission
The Arts & Culture Collaborative was created to strengthen and support the arts in the Waterbury region as a central component of furthering economic and cultural development and to enhance the quality of life for our residents.
Find out more about the ACC. Join us as a member. Help us to spread the word about the high quality of artistic life in our region by participating in the programs of the ACC. This collaboration works through open dialog, so contact us for more information or to receive our regular events publications.


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Tom Santopietro, an author well-known for his writing about American popular culture, delves into the heart of the beloved classic, and shows readers why To...
In Person! Private Art Studio minutes from MES & MMS Wednesdays Session one: 3:15-4:15 pm Session two: 4:30-5:30 pm Ten Weeks starting September 20th 2023;...
In Person! Private Art Studio minutes from MES & MMS Wednesdays Session one: 3:15-4:15 pm Session two: 4:30-5:30 pm Ten Weeks starting September 20th 2023;...
Learn accurate, realistic drawing techniques through skill-practice exercises. Work towards acquiring an ability to draw any subject in a 3-dimensional way with focus on specific...
Wednesdays, September 27-November 8, 6:15-7:45 pm Fantastic Creatures have always been part of our history and lore. Learn about mythology and creatures or create your...
Thursdays, September 28-November 9, 6:15-7:45 pm Students will learn foundational drawing techniques such as shading, texture and perspective while using graphite and charcoal. Then, adding...
Joan Joyce has been called the “greatest female athlete of all time,” an extraordinarily well-rounded athlete who excels in a variety of sports and has...
Joan Joyce has been called the “greatest female athlete of all time,” an extraordinarily well-rounded athlete who excels in a variety of sports and has...
In this cult classic, sweethearts Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-n-Furter. As their...
Artist ShawnaLee Kwashnak will be offering “Drawing Acorns with ShawnaLee, a hands-on workshop exploring the use of charcoal as a medium at the Woodbury Public...
CONNECTICUT OFFICE OF THE ARTS Website Readi Set…Music Conference And Showcase NXTHVN, New Haven Celebrate the state’s vibrant music scene and empowers artists and...
NEW RAIN DATES! ☔️☘️ The Greater Danbury Irish Festival is a 2-day event that you don’t want to miss! There will be live Irish music...
Joan Joyce has been called the “greatest female athlete of all time,” an extraordinarily well-rounded athlete who excels in a variety of sports and has...
In this cult classic, sweethearts Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-n-Furter. As their...
Joan Joyce has been called the “greatest female athlete of all time,” an extraordinarily well-rounded athlete who excels in a variety of sports and has...
NEW RAIN DATES! ☔️☘️ The Greater Danbury Irish Festival is a 2-day event that you don’t want to miss! There will be live Irish music...
Joan Joyce has been called the “greatest female athlete of all time,” an extraordinarily well-rounded athlete who excels in a variety of sports and has...
Pretty Woman: The Musical, based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time, springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led...
In Person! Private Art Studio minutes from MES & MMS Wednesdays Session one: 3:15-4:15 pm Session two: 4:30-5:30 pm Ten Weeks starting September 20th 2023;...
In Person! Private Art Studio minutes from MES & MMS Wednesdays Session one: 3:15-4:15 pm Session two: 4:30-5:30 pm Ten Weeks starting September 20th 2023;...
