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Mini Masters Thursday Afternoons @ 3:30 p.m. Image

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.

Mini Masters Wednesday Mornings @ 9:30 a.m. Image

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. See below for updated calendar.

SEPTEMBER EVENTS Image

SEPTEMBER EVENTS

Check flyer below for at-a-glance information on what is happening at the Muscatine Art Center during the month of September. Call us at 563-263-8282 for more information on classes, programming, and to sign up.

Exhibition Reception: Jon Fasanelli-Cawelti & Musical Performance by Bill Anson & Mad Creek Mudcats - September 24 Image

Exhibition Reception: Jon Fasanelli-Cawelti & Musical Performance by Bill Anson & Mad Creek Mudcats - September 24

The public is invited to the Exhibition Reception for Jon Fasanelli-Cawelti, featuring music by Bill Anson (1:30-3:00 p.m.) and the Mad Creek Mudcats (3:30-4:30 p.m.). Free admission. See details below.

Free Event: Celebracion de las Artes- Ballet Folklorico, Los Cometas Mariachi - October 12 Image

Free Event: Celebracion de las Artes- Ballet Folklorico, Los Cometas Mariachi - October 12

The Muscatine Art Center, LULAC Muscatine, Global Education at Stanley Center, MCC Collegiate LULAC, Muscatine UNIDOS 4-H, and Muscatine County Arts Council are collaborating to offer an evening of dancing, music, and more! See below for event details.

Artist Workshops for Kids - Picasso's Guitar Collage - October 21

Channel your inner Picasso while making a paper and cardboard guitar collage, inspired by Picasso's signature style, Cubism. This free class is open to kids ages 7 to 14 and their families. Please register by October 20 by calling the Muscatine Art Center at 563-263-8282.

Red Barn Studio - Black Cat Button Mosaic - October 22 Image

Red Barn Studio - Black Cat Button Mosaic - October 22

This fall, join artist Vada Baker to create unique mosaics using pearl and vintage hand-dyed buttons, beads, and gems. Advanced registration required by calling the Muscatine Art Center at 563-263-8282.

Halloween at West Hill Cakery - October 24 Image

Halloween at West Hill Cakery - October 24

Let's get spooky! Join Muscatine Art Center Program Coordinator Katy at West Hill Cakery on Tuesday, October 24 for Halloween party! Enjoy fresh baked sweets from West Hill Cakery and free crafts and activities from the Muscatine Art Center. There is no registration required for this free event.

SchoolSculptures with Kevin Reese - Presented by Quad City Arts Visiting Artist Series - October 26 Image

SchoolSculptures with Kevin Reese - Presented by Quad City Arts Visiting Artist Series - October 26

Artist Kevin Reese will lead groups of participants in making mobiles at the Muscatine Art Center. Join a group or watch the magic happen! There is no registration required for this FREE event.

Artist Workshops for Kids - Dia de los Muertos - October 28 Image

Artist Workshops for Kids - Dia de los Muertos - October 28

Join Miss Julie to learn about Dia de los Muertos (or Dia de Muertos), the multi-day Mexican holiday celebrated around the world, where families gather to remember their loved ones. We will celebrate by creating a cursive esqueleto (skeleton). This free class is open to kids ages 7 to 14 and their families. Please register by October 27 by calling the Muscatine Art Center at 563-263-8282.

Explorer Maps with Miss Heather - November 4 - Ages 7+ Image

Explorer Maps with Miss Heather - November 4 - Ages 7+

Learn how to create your own unique explorer's map with Miss Heather! Explore mapmaking as an art form and let your imagination take you to far off places! We will also experiment with making the maps look old and weathered. Call 563-263-8282 to sign up by November 3.

Artist Workshops for Kids - Georgia O'Keeffe Painting - November 18

Take a journey to the deserts of the Southwest and paint a landscape in the style of Georgia O'Keeffe. Top it off with a 3D clay cow skull like the ones she painted in her beloved New Mexico. This free class is open to kids ages 7 to 14 and their families. Please register by November 17 by calling the Muscatine Art Center at 563-263-8282.

Red Barn Studio - Butterfly Button Mosaic - November 19 Image

Red Barn Studio - Butterfly Button Mosaic - November 19

This fall, join artist Vada Baker to create unique mosaics using pearl and vintage hand-dyed buttons, beads, and gems. Advanced registration required by calling the Muscatine Art Center at 563-263-8282.

Closed for Thanksgiving November 23 & 24

The Muscatine Art Center will be closed November 23 & 24 in observance of Thanksgiving. We will reopen November 25 at 1:00 p.m.

Sant-O-Rama - December 10 Image

Sant-O-Rama - December 10

Get into the Holiday spirit! Drop in Sunday, December 10 between 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. to create Santa related crafts with Miss Julie in the Musser Mansion. There is no fee to participate in this workshop and no registration is required.

Red Barn Studio - Snowman Button Mosaic - December 10 Image

Red Barn Studio - Snowman Button Mosaic - December 10

This fall, join artist Vada Baker to create unique mosaics using pearl and vintage hand-dyed buttons, beads, and gems. Advanced registration required by calling the Muscatine Art Center at 563-263-8282.

Closed for Christmas December 25 & 26 Image

Closed for Christmas December 25 & 26

The Muscatine Art Center will be closed Sunday, December 25 and Monday, December 26 in observance of Christmas. We will reopen Tuesday, December 27 at 10:00 a.m.

Closed for New Year's December 31 & January 1

The Muscatine Art Center will be closed Sunday, December 31 and Monday, January 1 in observance of New Year's. We will reopen Tuesday, January 2 at 10:00 a.m.