This stunning tribute to French Impressionist Claude Monet showcases a seasonally changing interpretation of the gardens that inspired his art. In addition, two rarely seen original paintings--one of which has never been shown in the United States--will be on exhibition, and films, concerts, poetry readings, and hands-on art for kids will provide rich insight into the life and work of this renowned master.

The Artist in the Garden
On view during regular Garden hours
Two paintings by Claude Monet will be on display in the LuEsther T. Mertz Library's Rondina Gallery. Also on view will be Monet's own palette and rare photographs of him and his gardens, offering intimate insight into his world.

Monet to Mallarmé Poetry Walk
On view during regular Garden hours
Stroll the Jane Watson Irwin Perennial Garden to read and hear about French Impressionist poets, including Mallarmé and Rimbaud.

Monet Double Feature
Saturdays and Sundays, 1 & 3 p.m.
Learn more about Monet through films each weekend: The Impressionists: Monet and Monet's Palate.
Screenings of Monet's Palate made possible by MonetsPalate.com

For Families: Observe and Create
May 19-September 30: Weekdays, 1:30–5:30 p.m.; Weekends, 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
In the Everett Children's Adventure Garden, kids discover their inner artist with music, drawing, observation, and painting. Also on view: an exhibition by students from Studio in a School.

Monet's Garden App Tour
Stops throughout the Conservatory feature a virtual view of Monet paintings in The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Available through the iTunes Store in early May, the app will also allow users to take Impressionist-style photos via their iPhone or iPod Touch.

Produced in collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Monet to Mallarmé: The Salon Series
Saturdays, May 19, June 9, July 14, August 11, September 8, & October 20; 4 p.m.
Contemporary poets read their favorite French Impressionist poetry along with their own nature-inspired work.
Co-presented with the Poetry Society of America

Monet's Friends: A Chamber Music Concert Series
Sundays, May 20, October 7, & October 21; 4 p.m.
Enjoy the music of Monet's contemporaries performed by the Hartford Symphony Orchestra. Your ticket includes access to Monet's Garden.
Non-Member $25/Member $15 Advance tickets recommended

Monet Evenings Featuring Water Lily Concerts
Saturday, June 16; Thursdays, July 19 & August 16; & Saturday, September 22, 6–9 p.m.; concerts begin at 7 p.m.
Enjoy a cocktail while viewing Monet's Garden, then relax on the Conservatory Lawn for a live concert. Picnic dinners, beer, wine, and other refreshments will be available for purchase.
Adults: Non-Member $30/Member $20 (includes one complimentary cocktail for adults 21 and over or non-alcoholic beverage)
Kids under 12: Non-Member $12/Member $10 Advance tickets recommended
Generous support for the Water Lily Concerts is provided by Vivian and Edward Merrin.

Members-Only Preview
Friday, May 18, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Members have access to the exhibition and special programs before the public opening. See a listing of all the exclusive benefits of being a Garden Member.

Claude Monet: Painter, Poet, Gardener, Patriot
Wednesday, June 27, 6:30-7:30 p.m., reception to follow

In conjunction with the Garden’s seasonally changing exhibition, Monet’s Garden, Curator Dr. Paul Hayes Tucker examines the nearly 200 canvases the celebrated artist produced of his rural paradise in Giverny that constitute a startling shift in his long career.
Non-Member $39/Member $35 - Complimentary for Garden Patrons; call 718.817.8557

Sponsored by
and the LuEsther T. Mertz Charitable Trust

Generous support provided by the Karen Katen Foundation

Made possible by a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services

Supported by an indemnity from the Federal Council on the Arts and the Humanities

Made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature

Additional support provided by the Milton and Sally Avery Arts Foundation, The Kurt Berliner Foundation, The E.H.A. Foundation, Inc., Great Circle Foundation Inc., and Vital Projects Fund, Inc.