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SUMMARY:Portraits Gallery & History of the Hall
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided tour of Mechanics Hall\, Worcester’s treasured landmark and architectural gem. Internationally recognized for its superb acoustics and breathtaking beauty\, Mechanics Hall is one of the world’s great concert halls and a premier venue for performances\, recordings\, weddings\, business events\, and more. \nThe accessible entrance is located on Waldo Street\, with elevators available in the ground-floor lobby for access to all levels. If you need assistance\, please contact Mechanics Hall Monday through Friday\, 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM\, at 508-752-5608. \nMechanics Hall\, built in 1857\, is owned and operated by the Worcester County Mechanics Association (est. 1842) and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore its rich history and hear the magnificent 1864 Hook Organ in action! \n\n10:00 am – 11:30 pm \n$10 \nMechanics Hall Members FREE with your code at checkout!\n\nCapacity is very limited\, so reserve tickets today!
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/portraits-gallery-history-of-the-hall-9/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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SUMMARY:Spring 2027 Brown Bag Concert Series featuring Greg Abate Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Artist: Greg Abate Quartet \n\nAdmission: Free & Open to the Public \n\nTime: Doors 11:30am | Show at Noon \n\nAudience: All Ages \n\nThe Brown Bag Concert Series\, presented by Mechanics Hall and 90.5 FM WICN\, has been a beloved tradition in Worcester since 1983. These hour-long concerts by acclaimed regional and national performers are held in the Great Hall on select Wednesdays from noon to 1pm. Bring your own “brown bag” lunch\, or purchase a treat at our concession stand and enjoy wonderful music while eating your lunch! Cabaret-style seating available on a first-come\, first-served basis. All concerts are free\, open to the public\, and subject to change. \nThe accessible entrance to Mechanics Hall is located on Waldo Street. Elevators are located in the ground-floor lobby and provide access to the second and third floors. Please note\, there is no elevator access to the balcony. All concerts take place in the Great Hall on the third floor. If you need assistance\, please contact Mechanics Hall at 508-752-5608. \nWhenever possible\, Brown Bag Concerts are also broadcast live on WICN 90.5FM\, and streamed live on WICN.org.
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/spring-2027-brown-bag-concert-series/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brown Bag Concert
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SUMMARY:Spring 2027 Brown Bag Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:Artist: TBA \n\nAdmission: Free & Open to the Public\n\n\n\nBring your own “brown bag” lunch\, or purchase a treat at our concession stand and enjoy wonderful music while eating your lunch! \n\nTime: Doors 11:30am | Show at Noon \n\nAudience: All Ages \n\nThe Brown Bag Concert Series\, presented by Mechanics Hall and 90.5 FM WICN\, has been a beloved tradition in Worcester since 1983. These hour-long concerts by acclaimed regional and national performers are held in the Great Hall on select Wednesdays from noon to 1pm. Bring your own “brown bag” lunch\, or purchase a treat at our concession stand and enjoy wonderful music while eating your lunch! Cabaret-style seating available on a first-come\, first-served basis. All concerts are free\, open to the public\, and subject to change. \nThe accessible entrance to Mechanics Hall is located on Waldo Street. Elevators are located in the ground-floor lobby and provide access to the second and third floors. Please note\, there is no elevator access to the balcony. All concerts take place in the Great Hall on the third floor. If you need assistance\, please contact Mechanics Hall at 508-752-5608. \nWhenever possible\, Brown Bag Concerts are also broadcast live on WICN 90.5FM\, and streamed live on WICN.org.
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/spring-2027-brown-bag-concert-series-2/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brown Bag Concert
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SUMMARY:Club 321
DESCRIPTION:Artist: TBA \n\nExperience a different side of Mechanics Hall\, in our intimate Washburn Hall\, transformed one Thursday night a month into your favorite club. Come sip handcrafted drinks from our full bar\, and enjoy cabaret-style seating. An unforgettable evening in the heart of downtown Worcester!  \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION\n \nTickets: $30 \nMechanics Hall Members: 10% discount off single ticket \nTime: Doors 6:15pm | Show 7:00pm \nCash bar and refreshments available for purchase \n\nThis event is eligible for discounted tickets under the Card to Culture Program\nShow MoreMechanics Hall is proud to participate in the Card to Culture program through the Massachusetts Cultural Council. Limited number of tickets available\, limit of 2 per order. Use promo code CARD2CULTURE321 to redeem. For eligibility requirements\, please see Mechanicshall.org/cardtoculture Free tickets also available through Vettix.org\nShow More VetTix is an organization that provides tickets to events which reduce stress\, strengthen family bonds\, build life-long memories and encourage service members and veterans to stay engaged with local communities and American life. To obtain tickets\, please contact VetTix directly. \n\nMechanics Hall is walking distance from all downtown locations. The accessible entrance to Mechanics Hall is located on Waldo Street. Elevators are located in the ground-floor lobby and provide access to the second and third floors. All concerts take place in Washburn Hall on the second floor. If you need assistance\, please contact us by calling 508-752-5608.
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LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Card to Culture,Club321
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SUMMARY:Spring 2027 Brown Bag Concert Series featuring Mehmet Sanlikol Trio
DESCRIPTION:Artist: Mehmet Sanlikol Trio \nGrammy-nominated composer and jazz pianist Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol brings his trio to Mechanics Hall for a captivating fusion of contemporary jazz and Turkish musical traditions. Blending Near and Middle Eastern modes and rhythms with modern jazz\, Sanlıkol creates music that is sophisticated\, colorful\, and full of feeling. \nThe Boston Globe calls his music “colorful\, fanciful\, full of rhythmic life\, and full of feeling.” \n\nAdmission: Free & Open to the Public. Registration Requested \n \n\nTime: Doors 11:30am | Show at Noon \n\nAudience: All Ages \n\nThe Brown Bag Concert Series\, presented by Mechanics Hall and 90.5 FM WICN\, has been a beloved tradition in Worcester since 1983. These hour-long concerts by acclaimed regional and national performers are held in the Great Hall on select Wednesdays from noon to 1pm. Bring your own “brown bag” lunch\, or purchase a treat at our concession stand and enjoy wonderful music while eating your lunch! Cabaret-style seating available on a first-come\, first-served basis. All concerts are free\, open to the public\, and subject to change. \nThe accessible entrance to Mechanics Hall is located on Waldo Street. Elevators are located in the ground-floor lobby and provide access to the second and third floors. Please note\, there is no elevator access to the balcony. All concerts take place in the Great Hall on the third floor. If you need assistance\, please contact Mechanics Hall at 508-752-5608. \nWhenever possible\, Brown Bag Concerts are also broadcast live on WICN 90.5FM\, and streamed live on WICN.org.
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/spring-2027-brown-bag-concert-series-3/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brown Bag Concert
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SUMMARY:Spring 2027 Brown Bag Concert Series featuring City of Four
DESCRIPTION:Artist: City of Four\nCity of Four’s Brown Bag concert performance will feature an all-original set of groove-based modern jazz fusion music comprised of new compositions from the band’s recent tour of the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. \n\nCity of Four’s original brand of groove-based jazz fusion has been called a “cornucopia of jazz melodies\,” (The Big Takeover) where “each member brings something unique to the table.” (Stamish Malcuss\, Jazz Sensibilities) The music collective features the original compositions and improvisations of its four members in an electrified instrumental jazz combo format\, merging modern jazz\, funk\, jazz-rock fusion\, hip hop\, and progressive rock. “When the jazz\, funk and progressive styles come together it can be a beautiful thing.” (Rob Duguay\, Rock n’Heavy) Mike Caudill (saxophone\, EWI) formed the group with fellow Worcester County native Cat Tremblay (keyboards) when both musicians were students at UMass Amherst\, and since then the duo has joined forces with top players in the Boston area. \n\nAdmission: Free & Open to the Public\n\n\n\nBring your own “brown bag” lunch\, or purchase a treat at our concession stand and enjoy wonderful music while eating your lunch! \n\nTime: Doors 11:30am | Show at Noon \n\nAudience: All Ages \n\nThe Brown Bag Concert Series\, presented by Mechanics Hall and 90.5 FM WICN\, has been a beloved tradition in Worcester since 1983. These hour-long concerts by acclaimed regional and national performers are held in the Great Hall on select Wednesdays from noon to 1pm. Bring your own “brown bag” lunch\, or purchase a treat at our concession stand and enjoy wonderful music while eating your lunch! Cabaret-style seating available on a first-come\, first-served basis. All concerts are free\, open to the public\, and subject to change. \nThe accessible entrance to Mechanics Hall is located on Waldo Street. Elevators are located in the ground-floor lobby and provide access to the second and third floors. Please note\, there is no elevator access to the balcony. All concerts take place in the Great Hall on the third floor. If you need assistance\, please contact Mechanics Hall at 508-752-5608. \nWhenever possible\, Brown Bag Concerts are also broadcast live on WICN 90.5FM\, and streamed live on WICN.org.
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/spring-2027-brown-bag-concert-series-4/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brown Bag Concert
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