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FERRIN CONTEMPORARY AT PROJECT ART


Galleries Open Weekdays by Appointment | email info@ferrincontemporary.com to book

WHERE TO FIND US

FERRIN CONTEMPORARY at Project Art
54 Main Street
Cummington, MA 01026

Housed in a renovated 8,000-square-foot 19th-century mill building on the bank of the Westfield River, Ferrin Contemporary at Project Art is midway between the Berkshires and Pioneer Valley, just 3.5 hours from NYC and 2.5 hours from Boston.

In addition to serving as a ceramic agency for our artists around the world, Ferrin Contemporary offers in-person tours of our galleries and showroom at Project Art. Rotating installations by Ferrin Contemporary artists such as Jacqueline Bishop, Sergei Isupov, Kadri Pärnamets, Paul Scott, Michael Simon, Linda Sikora, and Mara Superior are available to view, shop, and purchase. 

Ferrin Contemporary is open to guests by appointment-only unless we are open to the public for a programmed event. Email info@ferrincontemporary.com to schedule a day/time to visit. 

WHAT TO EXPECT DURING YOUR VISIT

Appointments typically last 45-60 minutes and include:

  • A tour of our galleries, showroom, studio space, and gardens 
  • Installations from a rotating selection of Ferrin Contemporary artists (if there are specific artists you would like to view during your visit, please let us know ahead of time and we will do our best to accommodate your preferences)
  • Time during/after the tour to discuss the work and ask questions 
  • Take-home packet of informational artist cards, exhibition cards, and select artist catalogs, subject to availability. 
  • Self-guided sculpture walk of Cummington’s Main Street Art Activations, presented by the Cummington Cultural District

On view now, pictured left: Peter Pincus, Jacqueline Bishop, Linda Sikora, Mara Superior, and Sergei Isupov. All works on view are available to purchase. Price lists available upon request. 

PLANNING YOUR TRIP


Ferrin Contemporary at Project Art is located between the Berkshires and the Pioneer Valley, two leading arts and culture destinations in Massachusetts. Whether you come on your own or bring a group, let us help you “curate” your itinerary to include seasonal farm-to-table dining, our favorite nature trails, top shows in the area museums and provide access to behind the scenes with artists and curators in studios, galleries, historic sites and gardens.

Make sure to fill up before your visit — the closest gas station is 20 minutes from Ferrin Contemporary!


Local resources:

The Town of Cummington

Visit the Berkshires

BOOK YOUR STAY


LODGING

There are many great options for overnight stays from boutique to vintage, airbnb, historic properties to cozy country inns, the Berkshires has it all.

Project Art’s lodging listings in the Hilltowns.

DINING

From farm-to-table to curb-side pick-up, Western Mass has dining accommodations for any palate.

Dining options near Project Art | Trip Advisor

Dining options in the Berkshires | Tasting Table

Dining options in the Pioneer Valley | Eater

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION


At Ferrin Contemporary, we believe in promoting and celebrating diversity in all forms. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for artists, staff, and visitors of all backgrounds. We strive to showcase a wide range of perspectives, cultures, and identities in our exhibitions and programming. We recognize the importance of representation and actively work to amplify the voices of marginalized communities. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect and understanding, and we will continue to educate ourselves and others on issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Ferrin Contemporary believes in providing equal access to all. If you encounter any difficulties accessing any part of our website, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at info@ferrincontemporary.com. Please include the specific issue and the relevant URL in your message, so we can work to resolve the problem as quickly as possible. We are committed to ensuring that all individuals can easily navigate and utilize our website.

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT


We would like to acknowledge the land on which we live. This land has been traditionally inhabited by the Pocumtuck and Mohawk peoples, and we honor the history and ongoing presence of Indigenous peoples in this region. We recognize the harm and trauma caused by ideologies of colonialism and commit to working towards reconciliation and justice for all Indigenous peoples.