A Celebration of Betye Saar: Presented by the New Britain Museum of American Art

Library Closed

The Main Library and Jefferson Branch will be closed Monday, February 16th in observation of President’s Day. 

Program Type:

Community Conversation, Learn from the Expert, Presentation

Age Group:

All Ages
  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration will open on February 25, 2026 @ 5:30pm.

Event Details

In honor of Women’s History Month, and her 100th  birthday later this year, come learn about the life and work of monumental artist Betye Saar! Phoebe Cos, from the New Britain Museum of American Art, will present on Betye Saar, an American artist who has used assemblages to navigate topics of Black history, racism, femininity, afrofuturism, and spirituality. The talk will draw on pieces in the NBMAA’s collection and explore how Saar, from her early work to current projects, has influenced the art world and women artists today.