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Important Update

The Aldrich will be closed to the public May 26 through June 6 for installation of The Aldrich Decennial: I am what is around me.

Children and Family Programs

The Aldrich offers a variety of opportunities for families, inviting peer-to-peer learning and intergenerational exchange. Join us for Story Time for Little Ones, All Ages Discovery Tours, Activities in the Studio, and more.

Family Programs

The Museum offers the opportunity for families with children of all ages to connect with Aldrich Educators and explore works of art together in-person and over live video chat through a variety of programs, offered for free during the Third week of every month in conjunction with our free admission Third Saturdays.

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Scouts

We support our local scout troops by hosting scout visits to the Museum, often in support of completing a specific badge or patch.

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Related Events

June 20, 2026 at 10:30 am

Story Time for Kids: Oddbird by Derek Desierto - AT CAPACITY

Bring your budding artists to The Aldrich for Story Time in collaboration with the Ridgefield Library! 

July 18, 2026 at 10:30 am

Story Time for Kids: Cars Galore by Peter Stein

Bring your budding artists to The Aldrich for Story Time in collaboration with the Ridgefield Library! Together, we will explore the exciting work of Carl D’Alvia. We will read the story Cars Galore by Peter Stein, then we will head to The Studio to create monochromatic sculptures! 

August 15, 2026 at 10:30 am

Story Time for Kids: Tisha and the Blossoms by Wendy Meddour

Bring your budding artists to The Aldrich for Story Time in collaboration with the Ridgefield Library! Together, we will explore the exciting work of Huê Thi Hoffmaster. We will read the story Tisha and the Blossoms by Wendy Meddour. Then we will head to The Studio to create abstract flowers!