Register starting April 23. Each week has a different deadline to register. Call or check online. Programs offered include drawing & Painting, Clay, Mixed Media, Acrylic painting, and Watercolor. Age groups are 6-10, 10-13, 13-17, and 18+. We host painting parties on some Fridays. Call or check online for our next one.
Explore a topic from a current or recent museum exhibition through a fun, family-friendly art project. This is a drop-in program, and supplies will be provided. All ages are welcome.
Make your own paper from recycled materials in this fun, hands-on project. Registration is required and supplies will be provided. Ages: 13 +
Enjoy fun and educational activities at the museums. Two different themes to choose from. Space is limited. Campers are expected to bring a packed lunch. Registration is required. Ages: 10-13. The camp days are June 18, 20, and 21.
Explore a topic from a current or recent museum exhibition through a fun, family-friendly art project. This is a drop-in program, and supplies will be provided. All ages are welcome.
Come enjoy the Downtown Museums in the evening this summer. We will be open late on the dates listed. There will be a hands-on activity available in one of the museums each night. All ages are welcome.
Drop in to make artist trading cards, unique pocket-sized works of art that you can collect and trade with other artists! Swiss artist M. Vanci Stirnemann started this collaborative art project in 1997. Since then, it has spread around the globe as a fun and engaging social activity. Supplies will be provided. All ages are welcome.
Local artist Lucy Reser will teach us how to make Japanese style cherry blossom art with inks, stamps, and writing a Kanji character. Registration is required and supplies will be provided. Ages 10 and up.
Register online or in person from July 2, 2024, to August 3, 2024, for Studio Programs. Ceramics, Acrylics, Drawing, Oil painting, Mixed Media, and Amigurumi among others are offered for both adults and children. For more information, click the link or call 575-541-2137.
Drop in to make artist trading cards, like Swiss artist M. Vanci Stirnemann, who started this collaborative art project in 1997. Worldwide, people are now creating unique pocked-sized works of art that you can collect and trader with other artists. All ages are welcome. No registration is required.
Join us for a virtual program with guest artist Melody Maleitzke as we make art with washi tape. After registration supplies will be provided. Ages: 13+
Looking for something fun and creative to do on a Friday night? Join us on the First Friday of every month for our Friday Night Painting Parties to enjoy some snacks and drinks during an evening of socializing, painting, and fun! Ages 18+, $20.00 per person. Registration is required one week before the party.
Explore a topic from a current or recent museum exhibition through a fun, family-friendly art project. This drop-in program, and supplies will be provided. All ages are welcome. No registration is required.
Please mark your calendars as the Quality of Life Department will be closed on Wednesday, August 7. We will be closed for our annual Quality of Life Department staff training. We will reopen on Thursday, August 8 for regular business hours. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Explore art as a family with a take-home art kit! Dive into art through projects inspired by individual artists, art movements, or other fun art topics while supplies last.