visit exhibitions collections education support calendar shop Submit Work to the 2022 Mixmaster @ the MATT Exhibitions Explore the unique connection between art and regional history, revealed in our permanent fine arts collection and diverse special exhibitions. Plan your visit Hours 11 am – 5 pm MON 11 am – 5 pm TUE 11 am – 5 pm WED 11 am – 7 pm THU - LATE HOURS 11 am – 5 pm FRI 11 am – 5 pm SAT 11 am – 4 pm SUN education Our award-winning educational programs give students hand-on experiences with art and history while encouraging critical thinking and observation skills. LEARN MORE calendar Discover a wide array of family programming, music, movies, studio art classes, and lectures, both within the museum and through our travel programs. LEARN MORE support & membership We couldn’t do this without you! Support our work by donating your time, becoming a member or corporate partner, or donating to The MATT’s annual fund. LEARN MORE START YOUR ADVENTURE Adventures in Art & History The Mattatuck Museum is a center of art and history, a gathering place that nurtures creativity and learning through transformative experiences to encourage a deeper understanding of ourselves and our heritage. Established in 1877 as the Mattatuck Historical Society, today we collect and exhibit American art and cultural history with a focus on the history of the Naugatuck Valley and the artists of Connecticut. A rebel before her time Miss Welton’s tale Local history awaits Begin exploring 10,000 buttons Each one unique discover even more our collections SHOP ONLINE Jane Peterson At Home and Abroad $35.00 add to cart Upcycled Exhibition Banner Tote Bag $45.00 add to cart Hidden In Plain Sight – Whittemore Collection $20.00 add to cart MATT by Night EAT, DRINK & GATHER Whether you are a young professional or student, art lover or history buff, night owl or socialite, you are invited to another MATT by Night adventure! Must be 21+. Rentals MAKE YOUR EVENT A MASTERPIECE Rent the Mattatuck Museum for your wedding, corporate meeting, or anything in between. Your guests will enjoy a unique and sophisticated setting. Visit us 144 West Main Street Waterbury, CT 06702 P (203) 753-0381 get directions Free parking is available in the lots on Park Place. Hours 11 am – 5 pm MON 11 am – 5 pm TUE 11 am – 5 pm WED 11 am – 7 pm THU - LATE HOURS 11 am – 5 pm FRI 11 am – 5 pm SAT 11 am – 4 pm SUN NOTE: Galleries are cleared 15 minutes before closing. Sign up Stay up-to-date with upcoming exhibits and events at the Mattatuck Museum. Email Signup Volunteer Signup The Mattatuck Museum operates with support from the CT Dept. of Economic & Community Development, CT Office of the Arts which also receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency, and the State of Connecticut through the Consortium of Connecticut Art Museums. Website development has been made possible in part by a grant from the Connecticut Community Foundation © 2016 The Mattatuck Historical Society. All rights Reserved. Site Map / Privacy Policy / Terms of Use Web Solutions