Clark Art Reception for 'A Room of Her Own'

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WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — The Clark Art Institute will host an opening reception and lecture for its new exhibition, "A Room of Her Own: Women Artist-Activists in Britain, 1875–1945," on June 13 and 14, 2025. 
 
The exhibition highlights the work of twenty-five professional women artists in Great Britain who pursued their artistic careers and advocated for change.
 
The opening reception is scheduled for Friday, June 13, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Clark Center, offering free admission, light refreshments, and a viewing of the exhibition. On Saturday, June 14, at 11:00 AM, Alexis Goodin, associate curator at the Clark and curator of the exhibition, will deliver an opening lecture in the Manton Research Center auditorium. 
 
The exhibition is described as exploring "the spaces women claimed as their own and which furthered their artistic ambitions." 
 
Both events are free, and advance registration is required through clarkart.edu/events or by calling 413-458-0524. The exhibition is organized by the Clark Art Institute and curated by Alexis Goodin, with support from various foundations and individuals.

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Friday Front Porch Feature: A Classic New England Home

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff

WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — Are you looking for a classic New England home with plenty of space for entertaining? Then this might be the home for you.

Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 153 Gale Road. 

This 1986 home has five bedrooms and 4 1/2 bathrooms, totaling 4,697 square feet, with just about three acres of land to enjoy.

The house features wood flooring throughout, two wood-burning fireplaces, two wood stoves, central air conditioning and a two-car attached garage.

Completing the property are owned solar panels, updated bathrooms, and a fully finished basement perfect for family fun, hanging out with friends, or time for yourself. Outside your cedar-shingled home, you can enjoy landscaped grounds, an expansive deck with a screened porch, and a custom fire pit. 

The house is on the market for $1,490,000.

We spoke to the listing agents from Burnham and Gold Real Estate Rebecca Cellana and Erin Scott. 

What do you think makes this property stand out in the current market? 

This house is spectacular, with a sprawling traditional layout, and it is located right around the corner from the center of town.

What kind of buyer do you see this home being perfect for?  

It could work perfectly as either a primary or secondary home.  It would also be great for someone who likes to entertain or host guests.

Are there any standout design features or recent renovations? 

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