ReFrame brings together the work of Adria Arch, Olivia Baldwin, Tory Fair, Anna Kristina Göransson, and Kate Holcomb Hale, five artists with deep ties to Arlington whose practices share a restless relationship with sculptural convention. Shown in the Mill's historic upper rooms, close to the spaces where frames were crafted by hand, the work spills […]
On Saturday, August 22, from 2:00–3:30 PM, visitors are invited to enjoy one last opportunity to experience this vibrant exhibition of contemporary art in the Mill’s historic second-floor galleries. Showcasing painting, drawing, printmaking, collage, and mixed media, Driven by Abstraction highlights the creativity and diverse artistic voices of the Monday Art Collective, a group of […]
Join us for another evening of free live music on the lawn at the Old Schwamb Mill! On Thursday, August 13, from 6:30-8:30 PM, enjoy an outdoor performance by the Tino D’Agostino Trio, a talented group featuring a lineup of some of Boston’s finest musicians. From seasoned local performers to Berklee College of Music professors […]
On May 9, from 2:00–3:30 PM, the Old Schwamb Mill will host conservationist Allison Jackson for a special talk on historic reproduction framing at the Harvard Art Museums. Jackson will present her recent conservation project involving Ford Madox Brown’s La Rose de l’Infante (1876), focusing on the research, design decisions, and technical challenges behind recreating […]
The Old Schwamb Mill is proud to host the panAFRICAproject, a compelling photography exhibition by Boston-based photographer Lou Jones. On view from March 21 through May 16, the exhibition opens with a public reception at 2:00 PM on March 21 and concludes with a closing talk and event at 2:00 PM on May 16. More […]
The Old Schwamb Mill is proud to host the panAFRICAproject, a compelling photography exhibition by Boston-based photographer Lou Jones. On view from March 21 through May 16, the exhibition opens with a public reception at 2:00 PM on March 21 and concludes with a closing talk and event at 2:00 PM on May 16. More […]
The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy Opening Reception: Saturday, December 6, 2:00 to 3:30 pm Exhibit runs through Saturday, March 14, 2026 The Old Schwamb Mill is reopening its Arlington 250 exhibit, The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy, which includes an interactive gallery for families. The exhibit examines the landscape […]
Board member Bob Tanner will present a talk on the Old Schwamb Mill’s power systems, including water, steam and electricity, followed by a behind-the-scenes-tour of Mill’s basement, Barn and Dry House. DATE: Saturday, May 31st TIME: 2 - 3:30 PM LOCATION: Old Schwamb Mill, 17 Mill Lane, Arlington, MA 02476 This program is offered by […]
How did prehistoric geological forces create the landscape of Menotomy? Did the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks influence the outcome of the American Revolution? Who were the people of Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19, 1775? These are some of […]
The Old Schwamb Mill is partnering with ArtsArlington to show examples of diverse public art projects to be installed around Arlington as part of the 250th commemoration of the American Revolution. The exhibition will be on view through May 31. The artworks include 12 commemorative banners on light poles along Mass Ave., painted horses and […]
How did prehistoric geological forces create the landscape of Menotomy? Did the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks influence the outcome of the American Revolution? Who were the people of Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19, 1775? These are some of […]
How did prehistoric geological forces create the landscape of Menotomy? Did the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks influence the outcome of the American Revolution? Who were the people of Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19, 1775? These are some of […]