Past Exhibitions

Past exhibitions have explored artworks by a wide range of artists, from Audubon to Warhol, and from folk and sporting art to field guide illustration and contemporary wildlife photography.


November 10, 2018 – July 7, 2019
"Iceland or Jer Falcon" by John James Audubon, chromolithograph, 1860
Iceland or Jer Falcon by John James Audubon

This small exhibit provides a lively introduction to the art of John James Audubon (1785-1851), the legendary artist who brought American birds to a world audience. Learn more >

June 1, 2018 – February 24, 2019
Eustis Estate Museum hall © Eustis Estate Museum
Eustis Estate Museum hall © Eustis Estate Museum

MABA is delighted to partner with Historic New England (HNE) by sharing artworks from its collection in this exhibit at HNE's extraordinary 1878 Eustis Estate in Milton. The exhibition features a small selection of paintings, prints, and sculpture spanning three centuries and a variety of styles and mediums. Learn more >

October 1, 2017 – January 14, 2018
Manakin © Debby Kaspari
© Debby Kaspari

Perched On a Page portrays the daily life of birds, captured by artist Debby Kaspari sketching them in the faraway—and not-so-faraway—corners of the world. Learn more >

May 21 – September 17, 2017
Piping Plover and Shore Flies © Barry Van Dusen
Piping Plover and Shore Flies by Barry Van Dusen, watercolor, 2016. © Barry Van Dusen

In a Natural State features nearly 50 stunning new watercolors by Barry Van Dusen, each celebrating the flora and fauna of Mass Audubon's 56 wildlife sanctuaries. Learn more >