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October 2019
October 17, 2019 — 08:00 pm
Third Thursday at the Glass Studio
Third Thursday at the Glass Studio combines glass performance, live music, and a cash bar into an unforgettable evening.
October 20, 2019 — 10:00 am
Fused Mosaics
10 a.m.–5 p.m. Cut and arrange colored glass to create a fused mosaic image. Ages 12+ Museum Member–$100 / Non-member–$125
October 20, 2019 — 10:00 am
Jewelry on the Torch
10 a.m.–5 p.m. In this one day class, learn the process of making wearable glass implosion pendants and earrings. Ages 12+ Museum Member–$100 / Non-member–$125 Not a Member? Join today!
October 25, 2019 — 10:30 am
Conservation in the Galleries
Conservator Mark Lewis and NEH Conservation Fellow Brandon Finney will bring their work from behind the scenes to the galleries. Learn about the techniques they use to care for the Museum’s beloved paintings as they continue their work on Giuseppe Maria Crespi’s ca. 1700 The Continence of Scipio. The large oil on canvas painting references the generosity of Scipio Africanus the Elder, a Roman general.
October 26, 2019 — 10:00 am
Colorful Botanicals
10 a.m.–5 p.m. In this one day class, explore basic flame construction and color implosions to create nature-inspired sculptures. Ages 12+ Price: Museum Member–$100 / Non-member–$125 Not a Member? Join today!
October 26, 2019 — 02:00 pm
Mabel O. Wilson and Louis Nelson in Conversation
Renowned scholars Mabel O. Wilson and Louis P. Nelson will discuss the contributions and legacy of enslaved craftsman on the architecture of Thomas Jefferson. Wilson is a professor of architectural design at Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation. She is also a Senior Fellow at the Institute for Research in African American Studies and co-directs Global Africa Lab. Nelson is the Vice Provost for Academic Outreach and Professor of Architectural History at the University of Virginia. Sarah…
All Day
Halloween Costume Bash
Things are going to get spooky at the Chrysler. During the day, make frightening crafts and search the Museum for living works of art. At 4 p.m., the lights will go down in the galleries for flashlight tours and the Monster Mash Dance Party will kick off in Huber Court. From 5–8 p.m. stroll over to the Glass Studio for a spooky walkthrough of the old haunted bank. All activities are free but registration is recommended for activities after 4…
November 2019
November 2, 2019 — 01:30 pm
Flameworked Beads
Use a torch to make a variety of colorful glass beads. Ages 12+ Museum Member–$64 / Non-member–$80 Not a member? Join today!
November 3, 2019 — 10:00 am
Jewelry on the Torch
10 a.m.–5 p.m. In this one day class, learn the process of making wearable glass implosion pendants and earrings. Ages 12+ Museum Member–$100 / Non-member–$125 Not a Member? Join today!
October 2019
Featured events, classes, and lectures.
Check out some of our highlights for the upcoming weeks.
October 17 @ 5:00 pm
NEON Festival Learn More
October 17 @ 8:00 pm
Third Thursday at the Glass Studio Learn More
October 20 @ 10:00 am
Fused Mosaics Learn More
October 20 @ 10:00 am
Jewelry on the Torch Learn More
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