
WELCOME TO BISSELL'S END
A unique home-based performing arts venue in historic Silvermine...
...where our mission is to cultivate a welcoming local arts ecosystem in which each act of personal creativity sparks another, building community through the transformative power of music, theater, and shared inspiration.
Upcoming Programs & Events
Bissell's End will be undergoing a renovation Spring 2026, during which ABE will take a brief programming hiatus. Please stay tuned for our future events!

Our Story
Nestled in the historic district of Silvermine, Connecticut along the Silvermine River, The Arts at Bissell’s End is a home-based arts space dedicated to fostering creativity, connection, and community through accessible, inclusive, and interdisciplinary art experiences. We strive to support emerging and established artists by providing a unique and intimate setting for artistic expression, education, and collaboration. We believe that action begets action — that each act of creative expression fuels new ideas, inspires others, and strengthens the spirit of collective innovation. In this spirit, we endeavor to spotlight and collaborate with like-minded organizations to weave a stronger cultural fabric and inspire lifelong creative endeavors one artistic link at a time.


