Welcome to the second decade of the Bruyette Athenaeum
Performing Arts Series!
Our 10th Anniversary Celebration on May 18, 2011 was among the most memorable occasions in the short history of The Carol Autorino Center for the Arts and Humanities. Kudos to Chris Lemmon for his masterful job as host!
Our first decade celebration was marked by multiple honors: an Official Citation from the Connecticut General Assembly recognizing our "service as a valued cultural resource for Connecticut in fostering scholarship and creativity;" a Proclamation from Mayor Scott Slifka noting our "distinguished annual [Bruyette Athenaeum] performing arts series featuring nationally an internationally known artists;" and, the announcement by the West Hartford Chamber of Commerce that the prestigious Noah Webster Award would be presented to The Carol Autorino Center in recognition of our "extraordinary commitment to the Town."
To be sure, it was a special evening, shared with the Saint Joseph College community, our generous donors, representatives from over 100 organizations that have held events in Hoffman Auditorium, our media sponsors, many friends, and our patrons.
A major factor in our success as a new arts facility in greater Hartford has of coursed been the support of our audiences - 300,000 people who have enjoyed events and programs in our first decade! We hope that in the years ahead you continue to visit the beautiful Bruyette Athenaeum with friends and family.
We look forward to seeing you on campus.
Warm regards,
Dr. Robert Smith, Director
