Events and Classes Calendar
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Events
Mini Masters Wednesday Mornings @ 9:30 a.m.
Mini Masters is a free class that meets Wednesday mornings at 9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Reservations required. Call 563-263-8282 to register. These classes are free!
Mini Masters Thursday Afternoons @ 3:30 p.m.
Mini Masters is a free class that meets Thursday afternoons at 3:30 - 4:15 p.m. Reservations required. Call 563-263-8282 to register. These classes are free. See below for updated calendar.
Cats, Cats, Cats with Miss Brianna - November 6 - Ages 7+
Students will work with a variety of supplies and templated images to create their own crazy cat painting on canvas. All supplies will be provided and no experience is necessary. Come join the fun! This class is free, but registration by November 4 is required..
Learning to Look: "Midwest Icons" - November 8
Join artist Carol J. Anthony for a guided discussion exploring original works by Grant Wood, John Steuart Curry, and Thomas Hart Benton in the new “Midwest Icons” exhibit. This workshop will offer peer support to learn to look, strengthen the ability to analyze and decipher art, and the intent of the maker. Beginning and working artists interested in developing constructive visual appreciation skills, as well as general art lovers, are invited to participate. There is no cost for this special offering. Please register by the Thursday prior to the Saturday session by calling (563) 263-8282.
Holiday Card Collage Workshop with Annette Hovland - November 9
Participants will work with a variety of supplies and preprinted images to create their own holiday cards and decorations. All supplies will be provided and no experience is necessary. Come join the fun! Cost is $15 or $13.50 for Friends Members. Please register by November 7 by calling (563) 263-8282.
Artist Workshops for Kids with Miss Julie - Laura Musser's Birthday - November 15
Celebrate Laura Musser’s upcoming birthday with a special craft creating a bejeweled mirror, just like one of her prized possessions held in the collection. No experience is necessary and all supplies will be provided. This free class is open to kids ages 7 to 14 and their families. Please register by November 13 by calling the Muscatine Art Center at 563-263-8282.
Red Barn Studio - Grant Wood Inspired Acrylic Landscape - November 16
Follow along as artist Vada Baker guides participants through each step of the painting process, adding your own flair as you go. All supplies included. No experience necessary. Advanced registration required by calling the Muscatine Art Center at 563-263-8282. *FEES MUST BE PAID AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION*
Bilingual Mini Masters Third Tuesdays November 18 at 3:30 p.m.
The new Bilingual Mini Masters is a free class in partnership with the Diversity Service Center of Iowa to provide Spanish language translations. Now that we are back to school the classes will be offered the third Tuesday of the month at 3:30 p.m. These sessions mirror the original Mini Masters classes with a storybook reading and art projects, but will provide the story and all instructions in both English and Spanish. These classes are free with no registration required.
Karl Zerbe: German Expressionism at the German American Heritage Center - November 22
Join us in Davenport to learn about the iconic Karl Zerbe, a painter deemed a “degenerate” by the Nazis, who emigrated to the US to escape persecution. Celebrate his connection to Muscatine and create your own cityscape in the Zerbe style. The workshop is led by Muscatine Art Center and hosted by the German American Heritage Center as part of their German Expressionist exhibition. Visit gahc.org to register!
Clay Ornaments with Miss Heather - December 4th and 18th - Ages 7+
Pleasant Valley School District art educator Heather Seibel will lead this kids class where kids will have fun designing and creating their own clay holiday ornaments using the clay slab technique. The ornaments can then have layers and textures added for more fun details. Please note that their are two sessions for the class - the first to create the ornaments and the second to glaze them for firing. This class is free but registration is required by calling the Muscatine Art Center at 563-263-8282 by December 2.
Heartfelt and Handmade Family Festival & Market - December 6
Get festive for a good cause! Support Friends of the Muscatine Art Center by attending the Family Festival & Market and be among the very first to purchase ornaments from the Heartfelt & Handmade Ornament Competition. Ornaments purchased during the event will be available to take home that day. The Family Festival & Market includes a vendor market, studio crafts for kids, photos with Santa, and a free-will donation hot chocolate bar. Proceeds benefit Friends of the Muscatine Art Center and educational programs at the Muscatine Art Center. Sponsors include HNI Corporation and SSAB.
Adult Studio: Holiday Felt Workshop with Brianna Rivers - December 11
Join artist Brianna Rivers to craft some felted holiday ornaments. Choose from a variety of templates of adorable felt creations. All supplies are included, and no experience is necessary. Register by December 9 and come join the fun!
Gingerbread House Workshop - December 13
Get ready for the delicious smell of gingerbread! Join Miss Julie to build your own gingerbread house! Fee for one house is $12 and includes icing ONLY. Please bring your own candy. Class size is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Register by December 5.
Red Barn Studio - Button Santa - December 14
Follow along as artist Vada Baker guides participants through each step of the crafting process, adding your own flair as you go. All supplies included. No experience necessary. Advanced registration required by calling the Muscatine Art Center at 563-263-8282. *FEES MUST BE PAID AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION*
Bilingual Mini Masters Third Tuesdays December 16 at 3:30 p.m.
The new Bilingual Mini Masters is a free class in partnership with the Diversity Service Center of Iowa to provide Spanish language translations. Classes are offered the third Tuesday of the month at 3:30 p.m. These sessions mirror the original Mini Masters classes with a storybook reading and art projects, but will provide the story and all instructions in both English and Spanish. These classes are free with no registration required.
Free Family Event: Noon Year's Eve - December 31
Join the party, even if you have a 9 p.m. bedtime! Gather your family to celebrate the new year—a little early. The fun begins at 10:30 a.m. when families can enjoy making party hats and noise makers, sharing resolutions, and dancing together as we count down to 12:00 noon. At the stroke of noon, get ready for the highlight of the day—a spectacular balloon drop that showers the crowd in color and joy! Registration not required for this free family event!
