William Simpson Fine Arts Series

September 15-October 24
William Blizard Gallery, Front Gallery
Second Floor, Herbert P. Blake Hall, Open Monday-Friday, 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Opening Reception: Tuesday, September 16, 4:00 to 5:30 PM at the William Blizard Gallery

Observation is a powerful skill that influences and inspires visual artists. When this aptitude is honed in an artistic practice with reflection, introspection, and experience, it can yield the unconventional. In this intimate, eye-catching exhibition, local and national artists share their idiosyncratic perspectives on art and life.​

Artwork by Emma Rossi

September 15-October 24
William Blizard Gallery, Main Gallery
Second Floor, Herbert P. Blake Hall, Open Monday-Friday, 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Opening Reception: Tuesday, September 16, 4:00 to 5:30 PM at the William Blizard Gallery

An exchange celebrating the tenacity, resilience, and courage to face the average day. This process can take many forms, whether it be the act of getting out of bed in the morning, asking questions (even though you think they might sound silly), or enduring constant trial and error. These stumbles unite us; we are all trying, and we will all get there…eventually. The prints in this show, from 23 nationwide artists, feature printmaking techniques, including lithography, screenprint, and intaglio.

Artwork by Sam Mercer

Monday, September 29, 7:00 to 8:30 PM
Harold C. Smith Presentation Room, Stitzer Welcome Center at Judd Gymnasia

Join us for an evening of literary readings of original poetry and stories by Springfield College faculty. Refreshments provided. A Q&A will follow the reading. 

Faculty readers include Tim Allen, Justine Dymond, Alice Easton, Ryan Goderez, Alanna Grady, Rebecca Lartigue, and Anne Wheeler.

This event is free and open to the Springfield College community and the public.

Thursday, October 16, 7:30 PM
Marsh Memorial Chapel

Performed by The Forest—a cooperative percussion ensemble consisting of Gustavo Aguilar, Leah Bowden, Andrew Drury, and Michael Wimberly, with guest artist Lesley Mok on the recording—in collaboration with Native storyteller/musician čnaq’ymi (lone eagle) Coyote Makes a World explores a contemporary world in environmental and political crisis. Lone Eagle’s insightful reworking of his Spokan people’s traditional Coyote stories, music, and concept of ceremony brings a powerful, healing perspective to audience members of all backgrounds.

This event is free and open to the Springfield College community and the public.

November 3-21
William Blizard Gallery
Second Floor, Herbert P. Blake Hall, Open Monday-Friday, 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Opening Reception: Monday, November 3, 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the William Blizard Gallery

Rick’s Place, a beacon of support for children, teens, and families navigating grief, is proud to present this special gallery exhibit and opening reception in commemoration of National Children's Grief Awareness Month. We recognize this each November to normalize the conversation around grief and loss, and its impact on young people. In the United States, it is estimated that one in 12 youth will lose a parent or sibling by the time they reach 18 years of age. In Hampden County, there are more than 5,000 young people living with a death loss.

Rick’s Place artists were encouraged to reflect on their unique grief journeys and how these experiences have left an indelible mark. Each piece presented encapsulates an intimate, heartfelt narrative of personal journeys through grief.

We invite the community to join our Memory Wall Installation by contributing a photograph of a loved one who has died, along with a message or note in their memory. 

Artwork by Jemma Thompson in remembrance of her son, Kenjamin

December 5-7
Friday and Saturday, 7:30 PM.; Sunday, 3:00 PM
Appleton Auditorium, Fuller Arts Center

Join us for an exciting evening of faculty and guest artist works featuring the Springfield College dancers and special guests! The concert will feature the choreographic work of guest artist Yue Yin, as well as the premiere of a new work by Zehnder Dance. 

Yue Yin is a choreographer, founder and artistic director of YY Dance Company and the creator of FoCo Technique™. Yin’s work has been commissioned from acclaimed organizations such as Gibney Company, Martha Graham Dance Company, NW Dance Project, BalletMet, Boston Ballet, Philadelphia Ballet, Limon Dance Company, and more.

Zehnder Dance is a Massachusetts- and New York-based dance company of five women, with a focus on the amplification of women’s stories. Zehnder’s choreographic work has been presented at Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival, Dixon Place, Ailey Citigroup Theatre, Manhattan Movement and Arts Center, Triskelion Arts, 92nd Y, and more.

The evening will also feature a diverse array of works by Springfield College dance faculty members Kodee Van Nort, Maureen Shea, and Sarah Zehnder. 

Learn more.

This event is open to the Springfield College community and the public.
Tickets: General admission: $10, students: $5, senior citizens and children: $3

December 8, 2025-January 15, 2026
Department of Visual and Performing Arts corridors
Second Floor, Herbert P. Blake Hall

Opening Reception Art Crawl: Tuesday, December 9, 4:00 to 5:30 PM, Department of Visual and Performing Arts, Second Floor, Herbert P. Blake Hall

Join us on December 9 from 4:00 to 5:30 PM for our first art crawl through the corridors of the Department of Visual and Performing Arts in Blake Hall. Come see what the students in the studio art courses have created this semester! Refreshments will be provided.

Artwork by Jesika Garay '25, Art Therapy Major

Thursday, December 11 at 7:30 PM
Marsh Memorial Chapel

Join members of the Springfield College Department of Music for their annual winter concert featuring the Springfield College Community Chorus, the Springfield College Band, and soloists from across the music program. Seasonal music and other popular favorites will surely get you moving and singing along.

This event is free and open to the Springfield College community and the public.

December 15, 2025-January 15, 2026
William Blizard Gallery
Second Floor, Herbert P. Blake Hall, Open Monday-Friday, 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM*

Closing Reception: Thursday, January 15, 2026, Time TBD at the William Blizard Gallery

In partnership with the Springfield Public Schools, Springfield College ​will host the ​second annual juried exhibition of art and design work created by area high school students. The work ​will be juried for entry into the exhibition by professor Meghan Gaul, program director for the Art and Design program, and Kellie Murphy, William Blizard Gallery director.

During the closing reception, the jurors ​will present awards for Best 2D work, Best 3D work, Best Digital work, and Best in Show overall.

*Please note, the William Blizzard Gallery will be closed during the Springfield College winter break.