The MoCA\CT Holiday Gift Guide
This season, give gifts that inspire. From one-of-a-kind artist creations to hands-on experiences and museum-only finds, each thoughtful present is full of personality, meaning, and a little bit of the unexpected while also supporting your local arts organization.
Phrases in My Head Prints by Constance Old
Bright, bold, and delightfully offbeat, these 11″ x 15″ prints bring a pop of color and wit to any wall. Inspired by New Canaan artist Constance Old’s collage process—where overheard phrases become painted meditations layered with upcycled fragments of ephemera—each print crackles with energy and personality. Available in 10 different designs. All are irresistibly collectible.
For: The design-savvy wordsmith
Price: $75
Enough Already T-Shirt
A wearable statement with a firm message. These 100% cotton tees were created in collaboration with female-owned Black Rock Print House to celebrate the all-women artist exhibition Enough Already. Soft, comfortable, and designed to spark conversation—they’ll instantly become a wardrobe favorite.
For: The feminist trendsetter
Price: $35
Enough Already Tote
Lightweight, functional, and full of personality, this cotton tote carries daily essentials with a stylish edge. Created in collaboration with local female-owned Black Rock Print House, it’s the perfect grab-and-go bag for books, lunch, gym gear, groceries, or art supplies.
For: Anyone artful and on the go
Price: $15
Enough Already Beanie
Cozy warmth meets quiet rebellion with this thick rib-knit beanie nods to our exhibition Enough Already with a spark of feminist fire. Soft, snug, and effortlessly cool—perfect for crisp winter days, museum strolls, and anyone who likes their accessories with meaning.
For: The cool minimalist
Price: $40
Annual Membership to MoCA\CT
Gift an unforgettable year of art, inspiration, and community. A MoCA\CT membership unlocks unlimited gallery visits, live music performances, exclusive previews and events, discounts on programs, and reciprocal admission to partner museums. It’s a gift that lasts all year long—perfect for anyone who appreciates the arts.
For: The culture enthusiast
Starting at: $75
Intuitive Painting with Melissa Benedek
Gift your friends and make it a girl’s night out with this immersive painting experience blends color, movement, and emotion in a relaxed, joy-filled studio setting. Whether a seasoned painter or complete beginner, guests leave refreshed and inspired, with abstract works that are uniquely their own. BYOB and keep the night extra festive.
Date & Time: Thursday, January 15, 2026 | 5:00–8:30 PM
For: The creative friend
Price: $125
At the Beach Tod Papageorge Beach Towel
Sun-washed chic meets 70s beach photography. This extra-large 35″ x 65″ beach towel features a Tod Papageorge image from the iconic At the Beach exhibition. With its striking black-and-white composition, this plush and stylish towel is just right for winter resort getaways and summer escapes alike. Quantities are limited.
For: The sophisticated sun-chaser
Price: $101.03
Paint Your Dreams Teen Workshop with Peri Pfenninger
Share a magical mixed-media adventure with your creative teen in this class that explores surrealism, poetry, abstraction, and expressive storytelling. Guided by artist Peri Pfenninger and inspired by works in Enough Already, participants turn their dreams, memories, and goals into imaginative artworks.
Date & Time: Saturday, January 17, 2026 | 1:00–4:00 PM
For: The expressive teen
Price: $35
February 2026 School Recess Creativity Camp
Give your child a winter-break adventure filled with painting, clay, collage, mixed media, and hands-on exploration for ages 4–9. Guided by experienced instructors, kids build confidence and creativity through compelling, tactile projects. Sign up for single days or the full week.
Dates: February 16–20, 2026 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
For: The budding young artist
Price: $75/day
Standard American Standard (2025) Limited Edition Silkscreen by Banks Violette
Sleek, moody, and unmistakably American, this limited-edition silkscreen blends graphite dust with layered color to evoke the immediacy of an original drawing. Referencing consumer culture and national symbolism, it captures Violette’s signature conceptual edge. With only a few prints still available, made specifically for our spring 2025 exhibition, it’s a powerful, rare gift.
For: The discerning collector
Price: $2,000
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