Events and Classes Calendar
Kid Classes
Adult Classes
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.
DECEMBER EVENTS
Check flyer below for at-a-glance information on what is happening at the Muscatine Art Center during the month of December! Call us at 563-263-8282 for more information on classes, programming, and to sign up.
Closed for Thanksgiving November 27 & 28
The Muscatine Art Center will be closed November 27 & 28 in observance of Thanksgiving. We will reopen November 29 at 1:00 p.m.
Closed for Christmas December 24 & 25
The Muscatine Art Center will be closed Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25 in observance of Christmas. We will reopen Friday, December 26 at 10:00 a.m.
Closing for New Year's December 31 at 2:00 pm & Closed January 1
The Muscatine Art Center will close at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31 (after the Noon Year's Eve Event) and remain closed Thursday, January 1 in observance of New Year's. We will reopen Friday, January 2 at 10:00 a.m.
Adult Studio: Origami Stars and Paper Snowflakes - January 8
Experiment with folding and cutting paper to create three dimensional stars, snowflakes, or flowers! Participants will learn techniques to create intricate paper snowflakes that could be adapted into flowers and how to fold beautiful origami stars. This is a great workshop for experimentation with cutting and folding techniques for unique creations.
K-Pop Demon Hunters with Miss Brianna - January 22 - Ages 10+
Join artist and K-Pop fan Brianna Rivers to create your own Derpy Tiger using acrylic paints on canvas. All supplies will be provided and no experience is necessary. Come join the fun! This class is free, but registration by January 20 is required..
Perspective Snowmen with Miss Heather - January 24 - Ages 9+
Make a three dimensional snowman using perspective and blending with pastels. In this workshop we will create fun snowman personalities while learning to blend and layer pastels. Register by January 22.
Adult Studio: Portrait Collage with Annette Hovland - January 25
Join artist and arts educator Annette Hovland to explore a unique approach to collage. Participants will use a variety of materials and techniques to create their own handmade papers to collage on to the outline of a personal portrait. All supplies will be included, but attendees will be asked to submit their preferred photo when they register so the image can be prepared for the class. Register by January 23 by calling (563) 263-8282. Fees are $20 or $17.50 for Friends Members.
Free Family Event: CATurday - January 31
For all the fans of our feline friends, come celebrate all things cats! Enjoy stories about cats, make your own cat toys, create cat-inspired crafts, get face painted cat whiskers, and more. Enter a drawing to win a basket full of fun stuff for your cat! No cat at home? No problem! You don’t need to be a cat owner (or a servant to a cat) to be crazy about cats! CATurday is a free drop-in event for families. No registration required.
Tom Milligan as Grant Wood - February 7
In celebration of the Midwest Icons" exhibit closing February 22, Humanities Iowa scholar Tom Milligan will present his one-man show "Grant Wood: Prairie Rebel." In the show, Milligan is transformed into the artist to chat with his audience as if talking to an old friend over the backyard fence. This event is free, brought to the Muscatine community through the support of Humanities Iowa and the State Historical Society, Inc. of Iowa. No registration is required.
Adult Studio: Pet Portraits with Brianna Rivers - February 8
Join artist Brianna Rivers to bring a portrait of your favorite pet to life. Submit a photograph of your pet when you register and start your painting with a professional sketch! All supplies are included, and no experience is necessary. Register by October 10 to allow time for sketches by calling (563) 263-8282. Fees are $35 or $30 for Friends Members.
