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The Newton Art Association is an organization of art enthusiasts and artists. Newton Massachusetts.

Whether you are an established artist or art professional, beginning artist or art collector, the Newton Art Association offers a variety of activities to educate, exhibit, inspire and encourage.

04/23/2026

Last night, we celebrated our annual Bonnar Exhibit at the Morse Institute Library. It was a night full of art, connection, and community.

Held in honor of our founder, James King Bonnar, this exhibit reflects his belief that artists thrive when they support one another and last night truly embodied that spirit.

We were honored to have juror Jane Carney, whose thoughtful insights made the evening even more meaningful, along with music from Detours Ahead and the incredible support of our volunteers.

Congratulations to our award winners:
Gary Younker, Barney Levitt, Christina Yee, Jane Carney (Juror), Lisa Hayden, Martha Doolin
Also recognized: Shannon Slattery

04/21/2026

Tomorrow!

Join us for the Bonnar Exhibit Awards Reception with Newton Art Association on Tuesday, April 22 from 5–7 PM.

Come celebrate our artists, experience the work in person, and be there as this year’s award winners, selected by Jane Carney, are announced.

Live music by Detour Ahead will be playing before and after the awards.

14 E. Central St, Natick, MA 01760
Lebowitz Meeting Hall (downstairs near the Children’s section)

We hope you’ll join us for this special evening.

04/20/2026

We’re honored to have Jane Carney as the juror for this year’s Bonnar Exhibit.

Jane has built her career around a passion for meaningful interiors, approaching art curation with a thoughtful and holistic perspective. Her work spans healthcare spaces, large-scale corporate projects, and private collections, each shaped by a deep understanding of both context and client vision.

She holds a master’s degree in Art Business from Sotheby’s Institute of Art and has worked with Christie’s Auction House, as well as several Boston-based arts institutions including the Museum of Fine Arts and the Boston Ballet.

Jane has carefully reviewed this year’s submissions and selected the award recipients, which will be announced live during the reception.

Join us on this Wednesday, April 22 from 5–7 PM to celebrate the artists and be part of this special moment.

14 E. Central St, Natick, MA 01760
Lebowitz Meeting Hall (downstairs near the Children’s section)

We hope to see you there.

04/19/2026

We had a great turnout at last week’s Meet & Mingle focused on Newton Open Studios!

A big thank you to Claudia Fiks and Deb Perugi for joining us and sharing insights about what to expect for this year’s event. We also opened up the conversation to the group, hearing firsthand tips and strategies from artists who have participated before.

From booth setup to pricing to engaging with visitors… so many helpful takeaways.

If you’d like to be part of these conversations, join our Facebook group:
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/17t2NwnGUu/

04/14/2026

What is the Bonnar Exhibit?

Named in honor of James King Bonnar, this exhibit is one of Newton Art Association’s most anticipated shows of the year, celebrating artistic excellence and the strength of our creative community.

Each year, the exhibit brings together a wide range of styles, voices, and perspectives through a juried selection process.

Join us for the Awards Reception on April 22 from 5–7 PM to experience the work in person and celebrate the artists.

14 E. Central St, Natick, MA 01760 Lebowitz Meeting Hall (downstairs near the Children’s section)

04/09/2026

Meet & Mingle: Open Studios Edition

We’re excited to focus this month’s Meet & Mingle on preparing for Newton Open Studios! Hear from members who’ve participated before as they share tips, insights, and real experiences.

Whether you’re already signed up, thinking about joining this year or next, or just curious—this is a great chance to connect and get inspired.

All members are warmly invited—we’d love to see you there!

📅 Wednesday, April 15
🕖 7–8:30 PM
📍 1294 Centre Street, Newton

04/03/2026

🎨 Save the Date!

Join us for the 2026 Annual James King Bonnar Exhibit Awards Reception, hosted by the Newton Art Association

📅 Wednesday, April 22 | 5–7 PM
📍 Morse Institute Library
Lebowitz Meeting Hall (downstairs near the Children’s section)

This juried exhibition brings together a beautiful and diverse collection of artwork, and we’re looking forward to celebrating our artists and announcing this year’s award winners.

Join us for a special evening of art and community—we hope to see you there!

04/02/2026

✨ What a night! ✨

Our March Meet & Mingle was filled with a meaningful exchange of ideas, creative conversations, and new connections—it was a beautiful reminder of how powerful community can be. Thank you to everyone who shared their work and energy.

Already looking forward to the next one!

03/25/2026

March Meet & Mingle

Art, conversation, and community—what could be better?

Join us on Tuesday, March 31 from 7–8:30 PM at 1294 Centre Street in Newton for an evening of connection with fellow members. Whether you’re a practicing artist or simply passionate about the arts, this is your space to share, learn, and get inspired.

Bring a piece of your artwork (if you’d like!), chat about your process and favorite materials, and meet other members. Feel free to bring a friend who loves art too—we’d love to grow our creative community.

✨ Refreshments provided

Let’s talk art, make connections, and spark new ideas—see you there!

03/23/2026

Join us tomorrow night!

See monotype printmaking in action with Lynda Goldberg—watch the process from first print to “ghost” print, live.

📅 March 24 | 6–7:30 PM
📍 New Art Center, Newton

Stop by and don’t miss it!
More info and details on our website— link in bio.

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Newton, MA
02458–02462, 02464–02468, 02495

Website

http://newtonartassociation.com/

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