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4worldlovers: A setting fit for a king – built for the people of Greater Waterbury.

Our mission is to preserve and operate the historic Palace Theater as a performing arts center and community gathering place that provides a focal point of cultural activity and educational outreach for diverse audiences.

4worldlovers: Explore the unique connection between art and regional history, revealed in our permanent fine arts collection and diverse special exhibitions.

Our award-winning educational programs give students hand-on experiences with art and history while encouraging critical thinking and observation skills. Learn more

Discover a wide array of family programming, music, movies, studio art classes, and lectures, both within the museum and through our travel programs. Learn more

We couldn’t do this without you! Support our work by donating your time, becoming a member or corporate partner, or donating to The MATT’s annual fund. Learn more

The Mattatuck Museum is a center of art and history, a gathering place that nurtures creativity and learning through transformative experiences to encourage a deeper understanding of ourselves and our heritage. Established in 1877 as the Mattatuck Historical Society, today we collect and exhibit American art and cultural history with a focus on the history of the Naugatuck Valley and the artists of Connecticut.