Adult Art Parties
The Color House is soooo excited to celebrate your special gathering with YOU! Round up your friends and host your own art party!
Adult parties are typically hosted in our main studio which is located in the historic Colchester train station at 187 Lebanon Ave in Colchester CT.
Great for Birthday Parties, Ladies Night, Couple’s Nights, Bachelorette Parties, Corporate Team Building, Bridal and Baby Showers, Retirement Parties, Field Trips, Senior Living Activities, Fundraising Events, and so much more.
Our main studio space can accommodate groups of up to 42 people comfortably. Guests are welcome to BYOB and can bring snacks to enjoy during the duration of the party time. Parties are booked at least 2 weeks in advance but we recommend reaching out at least 1 month in advance. Scheduling and availability are dependent on our studio schedule and the sooner we know about your request, the better chance we have to accommodate it. All parties require a $100 reservation fee at the time of booking.
Can't come to us? We can come to you! Book one of our traveling art parties and we will bring the party to YOU!
Pottery Painting Parties
Paint Your Own Pottery parties allow guests to select the piece of their choice. We provide the glazes and fire the pieces. Pieces are ready for pick-up in 2-3 weeks after the party date. Our pottery selection includes over 100 different pieces so there is something for everyone from functional wares to decorative. All pieces are priced differently and the price you pay is the price of the pieces chosen. Parties include 2 hours total time and the minimum cost is $325 for up to 8 participants. All parties require a $100 non-refundable room reservation fee to reserve your space and time slot.
Canvas Painting Parties
Canvas Painting parties are great for most ages and are a great way to make lasting memories. All parties include 90 minutes of party time which is 2 hours total including 15 min set up and 15 min clean up. The cost is $300+ for up to 8 participants and additional participants are $28 per person. Guest of honor will choose from a variety of painting options we offer and your party host will guide you through the painting you chose. Finishing touches like glitter paints are included if time permits. All parties require a $100 non-refundable room reservation fee to reserve your space and time slot.
Choose from:
Guided Canvas Painting ($300 for up to 8 participants, $28 each additional person.)
Glow in the Dark ($340 for up to 8 participants, $32 for each additional person.)
Clay Parties
Clay parties are a fun way to get messy and try something new. We have 8 pottery wheels and can accommodate groups of up to 16. Parties are a total of 90 minutes of creative time, and 2 hours of total time including any set up and clean up. The time will be divided as follows: 30 minute pottery wheel demonstration, 30 minutes of wheel time, 30 minutes of handbuilding time creating a small clay project chosen by the guest of honor. For group of 8 or less, the party can choose to spend 60 minutes on the wheel and omit handbuilding. The cost is $550 for up to 8 participants and additional participants are $65 per person. All parties require a $100 non-refundable room reservation fee to reserve your space and time slot.
Glass Painting Parties
Glass painting parties are a fun way to get creative while leaving with a beautiful and useful piece of art! Choose from wine glasses, vases, panels, pint mugs, or even ceramic mugs. Design your own or let us inspire you with our collection of templates and designs, including mandala patterns. Botanical decoupage options are also available for those who prefer that project option. All parties include 90 minutes of party time which is 2 hours total time including 15 min set up and 15 min clean up. The cost is $300 for up to 8 participants and additional participants are $28 per person. All parties require a $100 non-refundable room reservation fee to reserve your space and time slot.
Pop Art Pet Portrait Parties
Pet Portraits are a personalized project that is meaningful and honors your favorite pet. Each guest emails their pet's photo to us and we will be ready to lead you through this fun project creating a reverse painting. The cost is $325+ for up to 8 participants and additional participants are $30 per person. Parties should be booked at least 2 weeks in advance and require a $100 non-refundable room reservation fee to reserve your space and time slot.
Traveling Art Parties
Let us bring the party to you! Perfect for company gatherings, team building, school functions, youth organizations, churches, senior centers, assisted living, and many more locations. Choose from canvas painting, glass painting, or pottery painting. $100 date reservation fee plus $30+ per person depending on the project selected with a minimum of $400 total per party. Costs vary based on the project. For canvas painting, the host will choose from a collection of paintings and all participants will be guided through the same painting.