Natick is fortunate to have a lively arts scene, with various opportunities to engage with or make art at any given time. Check out a concert, theater performance, art gallery opening this month. Here are just a few events happening soon.
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Hot Natick art exhibit
The Wellesley Society of Artists (WSA) will present its summer show “Heatwave” at the Natick Morse Institute Library Upper Galleries, through June. The show will feature over 25 paintings and includes both representational and non representational artwork by WSA members. Join the WSA for the awards reception June 10, 2026, 6:30-7:30pm. Sturdy Waterman, owner of the Page Waterman Gallery and Framing is the show judge.
EVENT CANCELED—Art in the Park
EVENT: Art in the Park at Shaw Park
DATE/TIME: Sunday, June 7th 10am – 3pm
LOCATION: Shaw Park, 53 Eliot St., (that nice green space across the street from the Bacon Free Library)
DESCRIPTION: The Natick Art Association hosts its twice annual art fair! Art in the Park is a collection of amazing artists with various wares for sale. Come enjoy live music and shop the wide variety of media Natick Art Association artists work in. Past years have included everything from pottery to painting, jewelry to books, and more. This is a family and pet friendly event.
Call for artists from the Charles River Watershed Association
Call for artists from the Charles River Watershed AssociationNew England area artists are invited to a Call for Artists for the early 2027 exhibition, “A Charles River Journey: 80 Artists, 80 Miles.” Artists are invited to share their visual impressions of the Charles River—from its meandering natural landscapes to the diverse communities it connects, and its vital role as both a recreational and ecological resource.
In partnership with the Dedham Art Association and the Wellesley Society of Artists, this exhibition will celebrate New England artists, foster environmental awareness, and honor the Charles River. Eighty artworks will be juried into the exhibit and be eligible for over $2,500 in cash awards.
Community Dance Academy Presents: The Cuckoo Clock
Walnut Hill School, Perrin Theater, Keiter Center for the Arts, 146 Bacon St.
On Saturday, June 6 at 4:00pm* & 7:00pm, the students of the CDA will present The Cuckoo Clock, a new and original ballet inspired by Mary Molesworth’s 1877 children’s novel. The Cuckoo Clock tells the story of a young girl named Griselda who is sent to live with her aunt. Griselda finds comfort in an old cuckoo clock when it begins to take her on magical adventures! This whimsical and joyful ballet was imagined, created, and choreographed by Artistic Director Ashlie Swallow. Perfect for the whole family. Tickets here.
Micro Gallery back in a big way
Gallery 01760 has finished up its renovations and launched its first exhibit of the year. Check out Aimee Dalrymple ‘s solo show, “Ocean Dream” at the Adams Street alley in Natick Center
The Gallery is devoted entirely to presenting small and beautiful gallery quality miniature art. The art space typically hosts shows lasting one month each.
Management of Gallery 01760 is coordinated by Public Art Natick, a group of artists, business leaders and art supporters functioning as a sub-committee of the Natick Center Cultural District. For all submission and show inquiries, email executivedirector@natickcenter.org
Natick Center Cultural District sponsors gift cards program
A new Natick Center gift card program is also off to an encouraging start. The idea is that shoppers can purchase a Natick Center Gift Card can be redeemed at 20 locations around Natick Center
The gift cards program is launched by the Natick Center Cultural District run by Natick Center Associates, Inc.
“Natick Center has so many great shops, restaurants, and services, all independently owned and operated by our neighbors,” said Heather Rockwood, executive director of the Natick Center Cultural District. “These gift cards will make great teacher and coach gifts, and they are perfect for that person in your life who loves to shop local.”
Here’s where to purchase the cards, and the roster of participating businesses:
How to purchase gift cards
- Drink Dion’s Wine Spirits and Market at 4 South Ave.
- MetroPets at 28 Washington St.
- The Planted Collective at 37 S Main St.
- online on the Natick Center Cultural District website
The cards can be redeemed in person at these locations:
● Balanced Body – 21 Eliot Street, Natick, MA
● Baylee Bee – 19 Main Street, Natick, MA
● Bloom & Grow Creative – 17 South Avenue, Natick, MA
● Boston Body Pilates – 31 S Main Street, Natick, MA
● Burning Wheel Yoga – 12 Washington Street, Natick, MA
● Dates & Olives – 28 Main Street, Natick, MA
● Drink Dion’s Wine Spirits and Market – 4 South Avenue, Natick, MA
● Fairbanks Fancy Goods & Mercantile – 2 Summer Street, Natick, MA
● Hedgehog Belly Designs – 1 Main Street, Natick, MA
● MetroPets – 28 Washington Street, Natick, MA
● MetroWorks – 1 South Avenue, Natick, MA
● Natick Historical Society – 58 Eliot Street, Natick, MA
● Paper Fiesta – 1 Main Street, Natick, MA
● The Planted Collective – 37 S Main Street, Natick, MA
● School of Rock – 217 W Central Street, Natick, MA
● Stucchi Jewelers – 3 Main Street, Natick, MA
● Ten Trees Books – 29 Main Street, Natick, MA
● Uni-T – 8 Court Street, Natick, MA
● Vivilicious Chocolates – 13 S Main Street, Natick, MA
