The Barn

The Barn Diversity and Inclusion:
Our doors are open to everyone! The Barn is committed to embracing, nurturing and preserving a culture of inclusion and acceptance.

Mission:
The Barn empowers young people to pursue their interests and passions:
encouraging a sense of community through creativity, music and the arts in a safe and supportive environment. Empowering Through Creativity and Community

Mission:
The Barn empowers young people to pursue their interests and passions:
encouraging a sense of community through creativity, music and the arts in a safe an

d supportive environment. Our community thrives from sharing unique experiences, perspectives and knowledge. Together we build each other up and we are better and stronger when we are all connected. There is always room on our stage, and at our events, for you to shine; regardless of race, gender, religion, skill or economic status. Vision:
To further evolve and identify the ever changing needs of our youth and our community. We want to continue working collaboratively with local organizations to be a resource and a partner. When a need is identified we want to be able to provide programs that meet those needs while enriching the experiences of our youth. We will continue to strive to find resources to keep our promise to never turn away a child due to financial ability and keep our doors open to everyone.

🎓 The Barn’s Award for Excellence 🎓This $500 award will recognize a graduating senior who truly reflects the heart of Th...
05/21/2026

🎓 The Barn’s Award for Excellence 🎓

This $500 award will recognize a graduating senior who truly reflects the heart of The Barn through creativity, leadership, involvement, and community spirit.

Open to 2026 high school graduates from the shoreline and surrounding CT towns who have participated in The Barn through productions, camps, or workshops over the years.

From center stage to backstage, campers to counselors, workshop participants to student leaders… this award celebrates the impact our alumni continue to make long after their time at The Barn. 💛

Applications due 6/15!

Click the link below for more info & to apply:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdF_MPzFAz8bXGelXbXMcDa4dfYLqzNRVkt5cnRMx4MBMm9Zg/viewform

💚 WE DID IT… and then some 💚Because of this incredible community, The Barn raised a total of $12,192.32 during The Great...
05/20/2026

💚 WE DID IT… and then some 💚

Because of this incredible community, The Barn raised a total of $12,192.32 during The Great Give 2026… that’s $2,192.32 OVER our goal! 🎉

Every donation helps us provide scholarships, enhance programs, and make sure kids have access to a safe, supportive place to grow, create, and belong ❤️

Thanks to your amazing number of unique donors, we also unlocked:
🏆 The $500 Madison Foundation Prize
đź’Ą $822.32 in additional matching funds from the Community Foundation for Greater New Haven & Bank of America Power Hour

And a HUGE thank you to our sponsors:
Act II Thrift Shop, Madison Hoop Dreams, Oak Trees Fund, Ethan Miller Song Foundation, Friedler Dental Group, and Bender, Anderson & Barba PC

Your generosity made this our MOST successful Great Give yet. From all of us at The Barn… thank you for believing in our kids and our community 💛

🎉 B-I-N-G-O… this F-R-I-D-A-Y and the excitement is REAL 🎉Get ready for a night of luck, laughs, prizes, and friendly co...
05/19/2026

🎉 B-I-N-G-O… this F-R-I-D-A-Y and the excitement is REAL 🎉

Get ready for a night of luck, laughs, prizes, and friendly competition at MadBarn Bingo - Family Night this Friday, May 22nd, from 6:30–8:00 PM!

✨ 10 exciting rounds
✨ 3 bingo cards per round
✨ Prizes for winners
✨ A fun night out with family & friends

For just $20, you’ll get all 10 rounds and plenty of chances to shout “BINGO!” 🏆

Bring your lucky charm and your game face!

All ages welcome(Adults must attend with a child & children under 8 need an adult present)

Financial Aid & Scholarships Available
đź“§ [email protected]

Register here:
https://madisonartsbarn.ludus.com/200527290

TODAY, 30% of All Comomango Proceeds go to Support The Barn!Bring your friends & family and enjoy a night out where your...
05/18/2026

TODAY, 30% of All Comomango Proceeds go to Support The Barn!

Bring your friends & family and enjoy a night out where your regular dinner or bar tab will go further!

A huge thank you to comomango for their generosity. We hope you can all make it out for drinks, a treat, or a meal to support The Barn before THEY CLOSE AT 9PM

Join us TONIGHT for the LAST 5th Grade Dance of the school year! Celebrate the end of the school year in style with your...
05/15/2026

Join us TONIGHT for the LAST 5th Grade Dance of the school year!

Celebrate the end of the school year in style with your favorite songs and favorite friends!

Financial aid & scholarships available, email [email protected] to inquire.

Learn More & Register at this link: https://madisonartsbarn.ludus.com/200529337

JOIN US MONDAY 5/18 at Comomango in Madison! 30% of all proceeds next Monday will go to The Barn. We so appreciate Comom...
05/14/2026

JOIN US MONDAY 5/18 at Comomango in Madison!

30% of all proceeds next Monday will go to The Barn. We so appreciate Comomango and are looking forward to enjoying the night with our community as We Dine and They Donate.

We hope to see you there!

THIS FRIDAY, Last 5th Grade Dance of the school Year! Don't miss your chance to dance at what promises to be an unforget...
05/13/2026

THIS FRIDAY, Last 5th Grade Dance of the school Year!

Don't miss your chance to dance at what promises to be an unforgettable night of music, games, dancing, and fun with friends.

Early Bird Pricing ENDS TONIGHT!

Financial aid & Scholarship available, email [email protected] to inquire

Click Here to learn more & register now: https://madisonartsbarn.ludus.com/200529337

WE DID IT!  Thanks to YOUR support, The Barn reached our Great Give 2026 goal and had our most impactful Great Give yet!...
05/12/2026

WE DID IT! Thanks to YOUR support, The Barn reached our Great Give 2026 goal and had our most impactful Great Give yet!

Because of this incredible community, more kids will have access to programs, performances, workshops, camps, and scholarships at The Barn, where no child is turned away due to cost. Our average yearly scholarship need is over $17,000, and your generosity helps make participation possible for so many local families.

And the excitement isn’t over yet…

Thanks to your unique donations, we also won the $500 Madison Foundation Prize and unlocked additional matching funds from the Community Foundation for Greater New Haven and Bank of America!

We’ll be sharing our FINAL grand total at the end of the month once all match totals are finalized.

A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors:
Act II Thrift Shop, Madison Hoop Dreams, Oak Trees Fund, Ethan Miller Song Foundation, Friedler Dental Group, and Bender, Andersen & Barba PC for providing $4,500 in matching funds.

Thank you for believing in The Barn, our kids, and our community. ❤️

Calling all 5th graders! 🎶The Barn’s 5th Grade Social is happening this Friday, and it’s shaping up to be an unforgettab...
05/12/2026

Calling all 5th graders! 🎶

The Barn’s 5th Grade Social is happening this Friday, and it’s shaping up to be an unforgettable night of music, games, dancing, and fun with friends.

It’s the perfect chance for students to relax, connect, celebrate the school year, and make memories together at The Barn.

🎟️ Tickets are ONLINE ONLY
Early Bird Pricing: $25 through May 13
Tickets increase to $30 after May 13

Financial Assistance and scholarships are available. Reach out to [email protected] to inquire.

To learn more and register, visit our website (linked in our bio)

Take a night off from cooking and help The Barn at the same time!
05/11/2026

Take a night off from cooking and help The Barn at the same time!

Address

8 Campus Drive
Madison, CT
06443

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 7:30pm
Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 7:30pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 4pm - 7:30pm

Telephone

+12032452689

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