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Programs are free with Museum admission (free to members) unless otherwise noted.

The Joys of Tanglewood Lecture Series
Tuesday, July 18, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
”Perspectives (through Historic Recordings) on Don Giovanni” with Boston Globe music critic Richard Dyer and BSO Director of Program Publications Marc Mandel. Hosted by Martin Bookspan. $10 for members; $12 for not-yet-members.


Insects in Design and Art
Wednesday, July 19, 2 p.m.
The beautiful colors and shapes of insects have long inspired art and design, from robots and cars to advertising and film to "The Far Side" cartoons of Gary Larson. Since the earliest times, insects have been important elements in many religions. University of Massachusetts entomologist John Stoffolano will present, with slides and video, the influence of insects on design, art, and culture. Presented in collaboration with Berkshire Institute for Lifetime Learning (B.I.L.L.) Museum and B.I.L.L. members, $5; not-yet-members $13. Includes Museum admission.


The Joys of Tanglewood Lecture Series
Tuesday, July 25, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
”Life as an Assitant Conductor” with BSO Assistant Conductor Ludovic Morlot, and “The Guitar: From Classics to Rock and Back” with David Starobin. Hosted by Martin Bookspan. $10 for members; $12 for not-yet-members.


The Joys of Tanglewood Lecture Series
Tuesday, August 1, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
”A Salute to Tanglewood’s Festival of Contemporary Music” with Milton Babbit and Ellen Highstein. Hosted by Martin Bookspan. $10 for members; $12 for not-yet-members.


Hidden Treasures Gallery Discovery
Fridays, August 4, 11, and 18, 1:30 p.m.
Did you know that the Museum has more than 1900 different types of stone tools from around the world? Each week discover one of the amazing treasures uncovered during a yearlong IMLS grant project.


Baseball Road Show
Saturday, August 5, 2-4 p.m.
Bring in your vintage baseball and sports memorabilia for appraisal by experts including Pat Bassi from Baseball Sports Cards. See if your collection hits a home run!


The Joys of Tanglewood Lecture Series
Tuesday, August 8,, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
”Televising the BSO in Concert” with TV director William Cosel and violinist Joseph Silverstein. Hosted by Martin Bookspan. $10 for members; $12 for not-yet-members.


The Joys of Tanglewood Lecture Series
Tuesday, August 15, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
”The Challenges of the Artistic Administrator” with Anthony Fogg. Hosted by Martin Bookspan. $10 for members; $12 for not-yet-members.


The Joys of Tanglewood Lecture Series
Tuesday, July 18, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
”Conducting the Music of Beethove” with Rafael Fruhbeck de Burgos and Herbert Blomstedt. Hosted by Martin Bookspan. $10 for members; $12 for not-yet-members.


ART FOR LUNCH:
Drop in for lively and thought provoking presentations about the arts, the environment, and local history. Boxed lunches $6; order by noon on the Tuesday before the program. (413) 443-7171, extension 10. This series is supported in part by Maureen and Paul Hickey.


Silken Threads and Ruby Dye
Wednesday, September 27, 12 p.m.
Entomologist Faith Deering will weave the story of one of the most ancient and important insect products of all time – silk. Learn the remarkable history of this fiber from its ancient origins in China to sericulture in western Massachusetts, and about cochineal, a ruby red color produced by scale insects. The slide presentation will accompany a demonstration with live silk worms, cocoons, and cochineal.


Entertaining with Insects
Wednesday, October 18, 12 p.m.
Some two thousand insect species are consumed around the world, making them a valuable source of protein and a culturally important food. Entomologist Faith Deering will introduce us to “entomophagy,” or insect eating. People worldwide have been enjoying edible insects since ancient times, often relishing them as delicacies. Following a talk with slides and props, Faith will cook up some insect delights. Learn where to find insects for cooking, how to prepare them, and serving suggestions. Take home recipes and a short bibliography.