Art Hangout
The Art Hangout is a dynamic, open-space studio where visitors can freely explore their creativity, engage with diverse artistic mediums, and discover their own unique forms of expression. Our goal is to provide an inspiring environment that fosters collaboration, self-discovery and artistic growth.
Through facilitation and individual exploration, visitors are introduced to artistic skills and techniques and allowed to experience a variety of artistic practices. Those who explore this space are encouraged through open-ended opportunities to explore and experiment at their own pace, creating a personalized and memorable learning experience.
June
June 1-7: Nature & Gardening Theme
Watercolor Nature Journals: Provide kids with watercolor paints and encourage them to create their own nature journals. They can take them home and use them to draw with they see outside. Sun Catchers: Create colorful sun catchers using tissue paper or cellophane.
June 8-14: Superhero Theme
Comic Strip Creations: Design your own comic strip featuring daring superheroes, epic battles, and colorful heroes—then bring your stories to life with creative illustrations and dialogue!
Action-Packed Pop Art: Create vibrant, action-packed pop art inspired by superhero comics, using bold colors and graphic designs to capture the essence of comic book heroes.
June 15-21: Self-Expression Theme/Kindness Week
Rainbow Printmaking: Explore the beauty of colors with rainbow-themed printmaking! Use textured materials to create layered prints filled with bright, positive energy.
Affirmation Art Banners: Design and decorate a banner with positive affirmations and uplifting messages. Create a personalized piece of art that inspires kindness and self-love.
June 22-28: Summer Kickoff Theme
Watercolor Resist Art: Celebrate the start of summer with a colorful tie-dye or watercolor resist art project, creating vibrant, swirled designs that pop with color.
Beach-Inspired Texture Painting: Capture the feeling of summer with a beach-inspired texture painting. Use materials like sand, fabric, and paint to create textured works of art that bring the coast to life.
June 29-July 5: Fourth of July & Celebration Theme
Patriotic Printmaking: Create patriotic-themed prints featuring stars, stripes, and symbols of freedom using printmaking techniques.
Firework Salt Painting: Make fireworks sparkle on paper by using salt painting techniques. Add watercolor paints, sprinkle salt, and watch your fireworks come to life.
All activities are included with Museum admission unless otherwise specified.