Lowell
Massachusetts
Whistler House Museum Of Art
The Whistler House Museum of Art, birthplace of the artist James McNeill Whistler, was established in 1908 as the permanent home of the Lowell Art Association.
Mission:
The Whistler House Museum of Art is committed to
- Preserving the birthplace of James McNeill Whistler, one of America’s premier artists;
- Raising awareness in the Greater Merrimack River Valley about the history of the house itself and the works of its original residents, innovators of the American Industrial Revolution;
- Educating the public about 19th Century American art and promoting current research and exhibitions related to Whistler, the house, Lowell and regional artists.
Upcoming Events at Whistler House Museum Of Art
Recent News
The Whistler House Museum of Art Celebrates 200 Years of the Historic House (1825-2025)
This September, the Whistler House Museum of Art will be celebrating its 200th anniversary of the historic edifice and birthplace of the world-renowned American artist James McNeill Whistler. To commemorate this significant milestone, an activity…
Read More »The Whistler House Museum of Art Announces 'Out of the Vault 2025' An Exhibition of Art from the Whistler House Collection From June 26 - August 15, 2025
The Whistler House Museum of Art (WHMA) is proud to be exhibiting a selection of artworks from its extensive permanent collection: Out of the Vault 2025. We welcome visitors to experience the exhibition's beautiful seascapes, rural landscapes,…
Read More »Whistler House Museum of Art News: Remembering Thomas Bailey Lawson
Established in 1878 by a talented group of artists and art patrons, the Lowell Art Association is the oldest incorporated art association in the United States. The founding members - including prominent Lowell residents Thomas Bailey Lawson, Freeman…
Read More »Call To Artists - A Special Exhibition Celebrating the 200th Anniversary of the Historic House
Approx. Exhibit Dates: August 22nd - January 6th Deadline for Entries: August 8th, 2025 Deliver Accepted Works: August 19th - 22nd Notification by: August 14th, 2025 Pick-up Date: January 6th, 2025 In 2025, the WHMA will be…
Read More »200th Anniversary Of The Whistler House Museum Of Art
Built in c.1825 by the innovators of the American Industrial Revolution, the Whistler House Museum of Art has stood as a beacon of engineering and art in Lowell for two hundred years. Home to the Chief Engineers of the Locks and Canal Company,…
Read More »The Whistler House Museum of Art Announces? Annual Juried Members Exhibition 2024
The Whistler House Museum of Art (WHMA) is pleased to announce its upcoming Annual Juried Members Exhibition 2024. The show will run from November 16, 2024 to January 25, 2025. An opening reception will be held on Saturday, November 16, from 1 to 3…
Read More »Call for Entries: Annual Juried Members Exhibition 2024
Entry Deadline: October 4, 2024 Exhibit Dates: November 16, 2024 – January 25, 2025 Reception Opening: November 16, 2024 from 1 to 3 p.m. Deadline for Entries: October 4, 2024 Notification by: October 15, 2024 …
Read More »Whistler House Museum of Art News: Sign Up Now for Youth Summer Art Program 2024!
Whistler House Museum of Art Youth Summer Art Program 2024 Week 1: July 8-12 DRAWING Week 2: July 15-19 PAINTING Week 3: July 22-26 PRINTMAKING & COLLAGE Week 4: July 29-August 2 SCULPTURE Ages 10-14 (grades 5-8)…
Read More »Youth Summer Art Program 2024 Sign Up
Whistler House Museum of Art Youth Summer Art Program 2024 Week 1: July 8-12 DRAWING Week 2: July 15-19 PAINTING Week 3: July 22-26 PRINTMAKING & COLLAGE Week 4: July 29-August 2 SCULPTURE Ages 10-14 (grades 5-8) welcome. Classes…
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