Springfield Art Museum Launches Free Monthly Lawn Events

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The Springfield Art Museum is debuting a new free monthly outdoor series called "On the Lawn" that will invite the community to gather on the museum's Hatch Lawn for activities, art-making, and social connection. The series will run from April through October, with events scheduled for the second Saturday of each month.

Why it matters

The new lawn series aims to make the art museum more accessible and engaging for the local community, providing free opportunities for people to unwind, create, and connect in an outdoor setting. This aligns with the museum's mission to be a hub for arts and culture in the Springfield area.

The details

On the Lawn will feature a variety of free activities on the museum's Hatch Lawn, including art-making workshops, live music, lawn games, and more. The events are designed to be family-friendly and appeal to all ages. The museum hopes the series will draw new visitors to experience the museum's offerings in a relaxed, outdoor setting.

• The On the Lawn series will launch in April 2026 and run through October 2026.
• Events will take place on the second Saturday of each month.

What’s next

The museum plans to continue the On the Lawn series in future years if the inaugural 2026 run is successful in drawing community interest and engagement.