Events
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On Saturday and Sunday, we’re taking a page out of Paul Klee’s wonderfully whimsical world and inviting kids to design their own Klee-style people. We’ll have characters ready to color and plenty of space for bold young artists to create their own from scratch—using bright blocks of color, simple lines, and big imaginations. Free with… 
This Black History Month, we are celebrating the women quilters of Gee’s Bend as our featured artists of the month. What began as a way to keep their families warm in a small Alabama community grew into a powerful art tradition known for bold patterns and beautiful designs. Their quilts are now celebrated as masterpieces… |
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Use cardboard ends to stamp linear pine needles in varying shades of green. Once the boughs are complete, grab a Q-tip and dot, dot, dot to add bright red berries for a pop of color. Simple materials used in clever ways can create a truly stunning work of art. 
Kids can get creative by decorating a cardboard heart and "framing" it in a delightful way! They'll add bits and snips of patterned paper around the edges, giving their artwork a charming homespun feel. |
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Did you know early exposure to rhythm and melody lays the foundation for cognitive growth and a lifelong love of music? It helps build motor skills, enhance memory, and support language development while sparking creativity and emotional expression. Plus, let’s be honest—who doesn’t love watching toddlers bust a move? 
How adorable are these? This project is perfect for a child’s love of bold embellishments—the more, the merrier! Kids can decorate a scalloped heart and display it inside a popsicle stick frame. Could kid art get any sweeter? |
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How adorable are these? This project is perfect for a child’s love of bold embellishments—the more, the merrier! Kids can decorate a scalloped heart and display it inside a popsicle stick frame. Could kid art get any sweeter? 
Tiny hands, big discoveries! Curiosity Crew introduces toddlers to early STEM learning in a fun, welcoming museum setting. Through guided experiments and open-ended exploration, children learn to ask questions, test ideas, and explore how things work—all while playing alongside caregivers. Stop by and watch curiosity grow! |
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It’s a study in white, but anything but boring! Dive into textures as you use soft, quiet materials to craft a wintry scene filled with snow-covered pines and gentle drifts. A serene celebration of winter’s beauty! |
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It’s a study in white, but anything but boring! Dive into textures as you use soft, quiet materials to craft a wintry scene filled with snow-covered pines and gentle drifts. A serene celebration of winter’s beauty! |
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How adorable are these? This project is perfect for a child’s love of bold embellishments—the more, the merrier! Kids can decorate a scalloped heart and display it inside a popsicle stick frame. Could kid art get any sweeter?
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Spin Art Icicles - Get ready to create a dazzling masterpiece with spin art on Tuesday! Be mesmerized as swirling hues of icy blues come to life, and then add a touch of sparkle with glitter and shiny embellishments to make your artwork truly spectacular. Each creation is unique, and the 'oohs' and 'ahhs' from… |
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This Black History Month, we are celebrating the women quilters of Gee’s Bend as our featured artists of the month. What began as a way to keep their families warm in a small Alabama community grew into a powerful art tradition known for bold patterns and beautiful designs. Their quilts are now celebrated as masterpieces…
Did you know early exposure to rhythm and melody lays the foundation for cognitive growth and a lifelong love of music? It helps build motor skills, enhance memory, and support language development while sparking creativity and emotional expression. Plus, let’s be honest—who doesn’t love watching toddlers bust a move? |
1 event,
Kids can get creative by decorating a cardboard heart and "framing" it in a delightful way! They'll add bits and snips of patterned paper around the edges, giving their artwork a charming homespun feel. |
2 events,
Tiny hands, big discoveries! Curiosity Crew introduces toddlers to early STEM learning in a fun, welcoming museum setting. Through guided experiments and open-ended exploration, children learn to ask questions, test ideas, and explore how things work—all while playing alongside caregivers. Stop by and watch curiosity grow! |
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Nothing says kids’ crafts like the good ol’ popsicle stick—always a favorite here at the CME! This time, we’re taking it up a notch: kids can paint and customize their backdrop, jazz it up with sequins, gems, and buttons, and finish it off with a foam heart as the centerpiece. Voila—a colorful, sparkly creation all… |
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Nothing says kids’ crafts like the good ol’ popsicle stick—always a favorite here at the CME! This time, we’re taking it up a notch: kids can paint and customize their backdrop, jazz it up with sequins, gems, and buttons, and finish it off with a foam heart as the centerpiece. Voila—a colorful, sparkly creation all… |
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Tinkerdoodle workshops are all about letting kids take the lead. We set out a variety of materials and then step back, giving children the time and freedom to explore, experiment, and create in their own way. There’s no right or wrong—just kid-directed discovery. That kind of open-ended play is incredibly powerful and helps build confidence,… |
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Tinkerdoodle workshops are all about letting kids take the lead. We set out a variety of materials and then step back, giving children the time and freedom to explore, experiment, and create in their own way. There’s no right or wrong—just kid-directed discovery. That kind of open-ended play is incredibly powerful and helps build confidence,… |
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Did you know early exposure to rhythm and melody lays the foundation for cognitive growth and a lifelong love of music? It helps build motor skills, enhance memory, and support language development while sparking creativity and emotional expression. Plus, let’s be honest—who doesn’t love watching toddlers bust a move? |
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Tinkerdoodle workshops are all about letting kids take the lead. We set out a variety of materials and then step back, giving children the time and freedom to explore, experiment, and create in their own way. There’s no right or wrong—just kid-directed discovery. That kind of open-ended play is incredibly powerful and helps build confidence,… |
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Artist Judy Smith always introduces us to new art mediums, and this is no exception. In honor of the Chinese Lunar New Year, she will teach children the art of Chinese calligraphy. Participants will learn how the Chinese language is read and explore symbols that represent good luck and prosperity—creating a truly unique keepsake to… |
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Let it snow with this adorable snowman wind sock craft! Kids can create their own frosty friend, complete with a cool cascade of blue-toned crepe paper streaming from the bottom. It’s the perfect winter decoration to catch the breeze and bring some cheer indoors or out! |
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Let it snow with this adorable snowman wind sock craft! Kids can create their own frosty friend, complete with a cool cascade of blue-toned crepe paper streaming from the bottom. It’s the perfect winter decoration to catch the breeze and bring some cheer indoors or out! |
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Wax Resist Snowflakes - Like magic, we’ll make art out of nothing—or so it seems! Using watercolors, children will discover something surprising and magical appear on the paper before their eyes. This playful Studio lesson always sparks lots of “wows” and wonder, and it’s happening Tuesday in the Studio. Join us for a little art… 
The story of the Gee’s Bend quilts is a powerful one—Black women in a remote Alabama community turning necessity into world-renowned abstract art by using scraps from worn clothing and feed sacks to create vibrant, symbolic textiles. As our Artists of the Month, their work inspires us to invite young artists to design their own… |
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Did you know early exposure to rhythm and melody lays the foundation for cognitive growth and a lifelong love of music? It helps build motor skills, enhance memory, and support language development while sparking creativity and emotional expression. Plus, let’s be honest—who doesn’t love watching toddlers bust a move? 
Add some sparkle to icicle forms in this wintry craft that hints at the impending thaw—or at least our hopeful optimism! Hung in a window, these shimmering creations catch the light as they gently spin, bringing a little brightness and movement to the winter days ahead. |
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The story of the Gee’s Bend quilts is a powerful one—Black women in a remote Alabama community turning necessity into world-renowned abstract art by using scraps from worn clothing and feed sacks to create vibrant, symbolic textiles. As our Artists of the Month, their work inspires us to invite young artists to design their own… |
2 events,
Add some sparkle to icicle forms in this wintry craft that hints at the impending thaw—or at least our hopeful optimism! Hung in a window, these shimmering creations catch the light as they gently spin, bringing a little brightness and movement to the winter days ahead.
Tiny hands, big discoveries! Curiosity Crew introduces toddlers to early STEM learning in a fun, welcoming museum setting. Through guided experiments and open-ended exploration, children learn to ask questions, test ideas, and explore how things work—all while playing alongside caregivers. Stop by and watch curiosity grow! |
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No two snowflakes are alike. Decorate your own snowflake today in MakerSpace. Free with admission or while supplies last. |
