The best arts & culture spots in Chicopee

“The Smith Art Museum packs a world tour into an Italian palazzo, from Japanese lacquer and Chinese cloisonné to a swoon-worthy American Paintings Salon and Tiffany windows. It’s closed for restoration now, so dive into their digitized archives this week, then pounce when doors reopen late October.”

From the Springfield newsletter, August 8, 2026

“From the world’s largest collection of Indian Motorcycles and the Smith & Wesson firearms gallery to beautifully restored autos like an 1899 Knox and 1901 Crestmobile, Lyman & Merrie Wood Museum of Springfield History makes our city’s invent-it-here past feel alive. Hasbro GameLand seals the family-friendly deal.”

From the Springfield newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Friendly center for learning basic techniques in sewing, pottery, 3D printing, painting, and other arts.”

“Whether you're craving big laughs or a musical earworm, Majestic Theater is rolling out a 2026 to 2027 season with Nunsense, Lend Me A Tenor, Eureka Day, The Price, and West Side Story. Plus special events like Torch Song Tuesday and The Majesters keep the week lively... go grab seats.”

“Art deco museum with paintings, sculptures & lithographs by American, Asian & European artists.”

“History from the city and motorcycles are showcased in this engaging, educational facility.”

“Visitor center honoring local writer Theodor Geisel, with rhyming games & life-sized characters.”

“Leafy complex with a science museum, history museum & 2 art museums around a grassy quad.”

“Whimsical bronze sculptures of Dr. Seuss characters fill the courtyard of this multi-museum complex.”

“With 48 years of local roots and a welcoming vibe, Shooting Star Dance Center turns weeknight energy into something joyful, offering classes for every age and level across ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, contemporary, acrobatics and even a competition track, so you can finally try it or seriously level up.”

“Period costumes & other historic touches at a mock 18th & 19th-century village with seasonal tours.”