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ART BUGS (April) Ages 2-4 with adult caregiver
An art class for the smallest of artists – explore a variety of mediums. Children must be accompanied by caregiver.
Thurs., April 17 from 6-7 pm
Bunny HopsFee: $15
Instructor: Laura -
ART BUGS (May) Ages 2-4 with adult caregiver
An art class for the smallest of artists – explore a variety of mediums. Children must be accompanied by caregiver.
Sat., May 17 from 10-11 am
Space DayFee: $15
Instructor: Laura -
Squishies
Squeeze out some creativity in this class. We will sculpt some amazing food, video game art, and your own creations into squishies from foam and paint them.
NEW DATE: Tuesday, April 22nd from 5:30-7:30 pm.
Fee: $30
Instructor: Laura -
FAIRY TALES Ages 5+
Experience the magic of creativity in this imaginative fairy tale art class.
Tuesday, May 13 from 5:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $30
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MINECRAFT Ages 9+, 7-8 with an adult helper
Learn about pixel art by creating Minecraft themed projects.
Saturday, May 17 from 2-4 pm
Fee: $30
Instructor: Laura -
FAMILY CLASS: Potion Explosion
Ages 9+, No younger due to materialsBring the family for some wacky and fun potion mixing concoctions. We will use glass jars and tubes to make realistic old looking potions. Come up with your own names and mixes just like the potions from our wizard camps.
Sat., May 3 from 2-4 pm
Fee: $60/pair, $30 for each additional person
Instructor: Laura -
ART BUGS (June) Ages 2-4 with adult caregiver
An art class for the smallest of artists – explore a variety of mediums. Children must be accompanied by caregiver.
Thurs., June 26
5:30-6:30 pm
4th of JulyFee: $15
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CREATING WITH CLAY (AM) Ages 6+
An introductory class for kids who are curious about the versatility of clay and want to try out its limitless possibilities.
AM session: Thursdays, June 5-July 17 (skip July 3), 10-11:30 am
Fee: $75 per session
Instructor: Peggy Cornick -
CREATING WITH CLAY (PM) Ages 6+
An introductory class for kids who are curious about the versatility of clay and want to try out its limitless possibilities.
PM session: Thursdays, June 5-July 17 (skip July 3), 12:30-2 pm
Fee: $75 per session
Instructor: Peggy Cornick -
WATERCOLOR SILHOUETTES Ages 9+
Explore and learn basic watercolor techniques with step by step instructions. Beginners are welcome.
Sat., June 28 from 1-4 pm
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RED, WHITE AND BLUE Ages 5+
Show your patriotic spirit with art for the Fourth of July.
Tues., July 1 from 5:30-7:30 pm
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ART CAMP – CREATIVE EXPLORATION Ages 6+
Have fun with color and make a mess while learning about art. We will explore color theory and tour the museum for inspiration. Snack included.
Tues., July 15—Thurs., July 17 from 8 am-Noon daily
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PRINTMAKINGAges 16+
Explore various techniques in the world of printmaking and go home with your own personally printed tote bag! Must have upper body and hand strength.
Saturday, April 26 from 2-4 pm
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FRIENDSHIP TOTEM CLASS Ages 16+
Participants will create parts for a totem to share with their classmates. Each student will have a totem for their garden. Not for beginners.
Tuesdays, May 27-July 1 from 5:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $65
Instructor: Peggy Cornick -
HARRY POTTER POLYMER CLAY MINIATURES Ages 11-Adult
Immerse yourself in the wizarding world with characters and items made from polymer clay. A great opportunity to spend time with your older child or just hang out with friends. Learn sculpture techniques with clay that is baked in the oven to become hard. Items will be cooked after class and available to pick up later in the day.
Sat., July 12 from 9 am-Noon
Fee: $35
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ART BUGS (Oct.) Ages 2-4 with adult caregiver
An art class for the smallest of artists – explore a variety of mediums. Children must be accompanied by caregiver.
Sat., Oct. 26, 10—11 am Trick or Treat
Fee: $15 per class
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ART BUGS (Nov.) Ages 2-4 with adult caregiver
An art class for the smallest of artists – explore a variety of mediums. Children must be accompanied by caregiver.
Tues., Nov. 19, 6—7 pm Give Thanks
Fee: $15 per class
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ART BUGS (Dec.) Ages 2-4 with adult caregiver
An art class for the smallest of artists – explore a variety of mediums. Children must be accompanied by caregiver.
Sat., Dec. 7, 10—11 am Holiday Creations
Fee: $15 per class
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MASTER ARTISTS Ages 5+
It’s time to mix-it-up with a variety of materials like collage, paint, clay and more. This will be a unique and creative class for you.
Sat., November 23 from 10 am-Noon
Fee: $30
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SANTA’S HELPERS Ages 5+
‘Tis the season of gift giving… and gift making! Surprise loved ones with hand-made and personalized art projects to place under the tree.
Thurs., December 19 from 5:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $30
Instructor: Laura -
WINTER BREAK FUN DAY Ages 5+
Enjoy your time off of school with colorful and creative crafts. Dress for a mess. Snack provided.
Fri., December 27 from 9 am-Noon
Fee: $35
Instructor: Laura -
CLAY CLASS: LEARNING TO THROW (B) Ages 16+
Learn how to center on the potter’s wheel and make a variety of pottery forms. All skill levels welcome. Clay and tools are an additional charge.
Thursdays from 5:30-7:30 pm
Session B: Oct. 24—Dec. 19 (skip Nov. 28)
Instructor: Randy Reid
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CLAY CLASS: HANDBUILDING—MORNING Ages 16+
Learn the basics of handbuilding with clay. All skill levels welcome. Clay and tools are an additional charge.
Tuesdays, Nov. 5—Dec. 10, 9:30 am-noon
Fee: $63
Instructor: Peggy Cornick -
VALENTINE PRINT AND STAMP Ages 5+
Learn the techniques and tools of printmaking. Design your own Valentines and print them on paper. Each child can make up to 25 folded Valentines for sharing!
Tuesday, February 11 from 5:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $30
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OIL PASTELS (Winter Landscape) Ages 13+
Learn how to blend and add texture with oil pastels. Beginners welcome.
Sat., November 16 from 9 am-NoonFee: $30
Instructor: Laura -
SILLY SELF PORTRAITS Ages 7+
Bring your silliest self to this self portrait class as we let our creativity abound with multimedia art!
Tuesday, March 4 from 5:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $30
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CLAY CLASS: LEARNING TO THROW—MORNING Ages 16+
Learn how to center on the potter’s wheel and make a variety of pottery forms. All skill levels welcome. Clay & tools are an additional charge.
Tuesdays, Jan. 7-Feb. 25, 9:30 am-Noon
Fee: $85
Instructor: Peggy Cornick -
SPRING BREAK MINI CAMPAges 6+
Come to the museum for two mornings of designing, painting, and drawing. Enjoy your time off from school with colorful and creative crafts. Dress for a mess. Snack Provided.
Tues., March 11 & Wed., March 12, 8 am-Noon
Fee: $50
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EXPLORING ALTERNATIVE DECORATING TECHNIQUES Ages 16+
Must be able to throw a cylinder. Clay and tools are an additional charge.
Tuesdays, Jan. 7-Feb. 25, 5:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $85
Instructor: Peggy Cornick -
LION KING Ages 5+
Go on an art safari with the animals from the Lion King movie.
Tuesday, March 25 from 5:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $30
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CLAY CLASS: LEARNING TO THROW (A) Ages 16+
Learn how to center on the potter’s wheel and make a variety of pottery forms. All skill levels welcome. Clay and tools are an additional charge.
Thursdays from 5:30-7:30 pm
Session A: Jan. 9-Feb. 27Fee: $85
Instructor: Bill Mateer -
CLAY CLASS: HANDBUILDING—MORNING Ages 16+
Learn the basics of handbuilding with clay. All skill levels welcome. Clay and tools are an additional charge.
Tuesdays, March 18-April 22, 9:30 am-noon
Fee: $63
Instructor: Peggy Cornick -
CLAY CLASS: LEARNING TO THROW (B) Ages 16+
Learn how to center on the potter’s wheel and make a variety of pottery forms. All skill levels welcome. Clay and tools are an additional charge.
Thursdays from 5:30-7:30 pm
Session B: Mar. 20-May 8
Instructor: Randy Reid
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WATERCOLOR FOR BEGINNERS – Hearts and Flowers Ages 13+
Learn wet on wet and wet on dry techniques to make beautiful Valentines with watercolors. The class will go step-by-step – beginners are very welcome!
Saturday, February 8 from 1-4 pm
Fee: $30Call 641-421-3666 or email jmbohl@masoncity.net to be added to a waitlist!
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POLYMER CLAY FAIRY HOUSE TERRA COTTA POTS Ages 13+
Make miniature fairy houses on terra cotta pots by sculpting with oven baked polymer clay. All projects will be baked after class and available for pick up later in that day. (3:00-4:30)
Saturday, March 22 from 9 am-Noon
Fee: $35
Instructor: Laura -
GLASS BLOCK PAINTING—Whimsical Spring Tree Ages 13+
Get in the mood for spring by learning step by step to paint a spring tree on a glass block.
Saturday, April 5 from 2-4 pm
Fee: $35
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BEGINNING WATERCOLOR LANDSCAPES Ages 13+
Learn to make washes, wet on wet, and wet on dry techniques with
watercolors. We will learn step-by-step to create beautiful paintings.
Sat., August 24 from 9 am-NoonFee: $40
Instructor: Laura -
CRAZY CONSTRUCTION Ages 7+
Craft some amazing sculptures and 3-D art with all kinds of different materials.
Saturday, March 29 from 2-4 pm
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VINTAGE JEWELRY COLLAGE Ages 13+
Go back to the 1970’s to create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind collage from donated, vintage jewelry. Choose from many different shapes like a pumpkin, butterfly, Christmas tree, star and many more or create your own. You are welcome to bring your own collected jewelry for a personal touch, but it is not required.
Sat., September 21 from 1-4 pm
Fee: $35
Instructor: Laura -
STAINED GLASS COPPER FOIL ORNAMENTS Ages 18+
Learn how to cut, grind, and solder your copper foil glass project. Have fun creating a beautiful ornament for a window or gift. All supplies included.
Sat., August 9 from 9 am-3 pm
Fee: $70
Instructor: Pamela Jost -
3D SCULPTURES Ages 13+
Explore three-dimensional creativity by working with a variety of materials to construct unique sculptures. Have fun experimenting and transforming art in new and crazy ways.
Sat., November 9 from 10 am-Noon
Fee: $35
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SUMMER ART CAMP 2: Color Theory Ages 6-12
Learn how to make color work for your masterpieces. Snack included.
Ages 6-12. Dress for mess! An adult will need to check in/out participants daily. We will contact you with an attendance form. There will be an end of camp reception for family/friends on Friday at 11:30.
Mon.-Fri., August 5-9 from 8 am-noon daily
Fee: $100
Instructor: Laura -
DESPICABLE ME Ages 5+
Create projects starring silly little Minion creatures! If you like Minions you will love this class!
Tues., September 24 from 5:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $30
Instructor: Pamela -
GARFIELD CANVAS PAINTING Ages 7+
Who wants to paint the lovable Garfield? Come to capture this mischievous cat on canvas.
Tues., October 1 from 5:30-7:30pm
Fee: $30
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POLYMER CLAY (Halloween) Ages 9-13 (7-8 with adult helper)
Happy Halloween! Discover the fun of polymer clay by making fun Halloween projects. All projects will be baked after class and available for pick up later in that day. (3—4:30 pm)
Sat., October 5 from 9 am-Noon
Fee: $30
Instructor: Laura -
DINO CHOMP Ages 5-9
ROAR with dinosaur themed art projects!
Thurs., November 14 from 5:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $30
Instructor: Laura -
FAUX “GLASS LIKE” SCULPTURES Ages 7+
Create your own masterpiece using plastic to resemble glass sculptures! Make unique pieces of art using clear, colored and painted plastic.
Tues., December 3 from 5:30-7:30 pm
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ART BUGS (Sept.)Ages 2-4 with adult caregiver
An art class for the smallest of artists – explore a variety of mediums. Children must be accompanied by caregiver.
Sat., Sept. 14, 10-11 am Paw Patrol
Fee: $15 per class
Instructor: Pamela -
OIL PASTELS Ages 9+
Explore space with oil pastels by creating some out of this world art.
Thursday, April 25
5:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $25
Instructor: Laura -
NO PAINT BRUSHES ALLOWED Ages 5+
We will explore different ways of painting in this class with objects like forks and combs, hands and fingers. Get ready for some messy fun!
Saturday, May 4
2-4 pmFee: $25
Instructor: Laura -
PRINTMAKING PALOOZA Ages 8+, 6-7 with adult helper
Learn the techniques and tools of printmaking. Design your own art and print it on paper. Plus, a visit to the Print Gallery!
Saturday, May 11
10 am-NoonFee: $25
Instructor: Pamela -
SUMMER ART CAMP 1: Fabulous Creations Ages 5-12
Summer Art Camp 1 is full – but we have another camp in August!
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IN THE FOREST Ages 5-10
The forests are calling! Join us in this class for an artful journey of woodland creations using different materials and your imagination.
Tues., June 25 from 5:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $30
Instructor: Pamela -
MARBLING MAYHEM Ages 9+ (7-8 with adult helper)
Class canceled due to lack of registrations.
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UNICORNS AND MYTHICAL CREATURES Ages 5-8
Adventure awaits your creative spirit. Explore magical creatures in this class.
Thurs. July 11 from 5:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $30
Instructor: Laura -
OPEN PAINTING Ages 8-13
Create an acrylic painting from your own imagination. This is not a step by step class and is open to your own vision. There will be suggestions and examples if needed. The possibilities are endless.
Sat., July 13 from 9-11 am
Fee: $30
Instructor: Laura -
WEAVE CREATIONS Ages 7-12
Explore your creativity by weaving materials to make unique artwork. Be amazed by the designs and decorative art created.
Sat., July 20 from 10 am-Noon
Fee: $30
Instructor: Pamela -
3D SCULPTURES Ages 6-12
Explore your creativity by shaping or combining materials to make a 3D sculpture artwork.
Tues., July 23 from 5:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $30
Instructor: Pamela -
WHIMSICAL CHAIRS Ages 13+
Each student will create a design for an uniquely styled chair provided by the Museum. Paint it, bling it, or add a variety of materials to create texture— unlock your creativity when creating a new piece of furniture for your home or office.
Saturday, April 27, 9 am-Noon
Fee: $30
Instructor: Pamela -
CLAY CLASS: LEARNING TO THROW Ages 16+
Learn how to center on the potter’s wheel and make a variety of pottery forms. All skill levels welcome. Clay and tools are an additional charge.
Thursdays, May 16-June 27 from 5:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $75
Instructor: Bill MateerTo be added to the waitlist please send your contact information to jmbohl@masoncity.net
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RAKU (AM) Ages 18+
Students will create clay pieces to raku fire. Must have previous clay
experience.AM session: Tuesdays, June 11-June 25 from 9:30-11:30 am
Firing day (for both sessions): Saturday, July 13 from 10 am-3 pm
Fee: $85
Instructor: Peggy Cornick -
RAKU (PM) Ages 18+
Students will create clay pieces to raku fire. Must have previous clay
experience.PM Session: Tuesdays, June 11-June 25 from 5:30-7:30 pm
Firing day (for both sessions): Saturday, July 13 from 10 am-3 pm
Fee: $85
Instructor: Peggy Cornick -
DRAWING WITH COLOR FOR BEGINNERS Ages 13+
In this class, students will be guided to explore the techniques of sketching, and blending while drawing with colored pencils. Basic color theory will be introduced.
Tues., July 9 from 5:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $30
Instructor: Pamela -
SHARK DAY Ages 5+
Take a bite out of fun in this shark themed class.
Sat., July 27 from
2-4 pm10 am – Noon (NEW TIME!)Fee: $30
Instructor: Laura -
STAINED GLASS Ages 18+
This challenging class will teach you to pattern, cut, glaze, solder, and weatherproof a beautiful clear or stained glass window. Must have upper body and hand strength.
Tues., Aug. 20, Thurs., Aug. 22, Tues., Aug., 27, Thurs., Aug., 29 from 5:30-8 pm AND Sat., Aug. 31 from 9 am – 2:30 pm
Please plan to attend all dates.Instructor: Pamela
Fee: $150To be added to the waitlist please send your contact information to jmbohl@masoncity.net
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Art Market Jury Fee
$15 FEE.
For those to prefer to pay the $15 jury fee separately.You will still be responsible for the $75 entry fee, however the $75 entry fee will be reimbursed if you are not accepted into the market.
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8/8/24 Rental
Rental Fee: $275
Salsbury Room Facility Rental: $150;
Museum Business Membership: $75;
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BEGINNING CHIP CARVING Ages 21+
No woodcarving experience is required. Tools are provided for this simple method of carving. A great hobby with amazing results! The classes take you from start to finish on your own carving. Instructor has over 15 years’ experience. Take it again for more practice and a new design if you have taken the class in the past. Must have hand strength and dexterity.
Thursdays, October 19 & 26, November 2 & 9, 5:30-7:30 pm; and Sat. November 4, 9 am-Noon
Fee: $60
Instructor: Laura -
MACRAME Ages 13+
Macramé is a crafting technique that uses several knots to form the basic shape of the piece. We’ll show you how to do these basic knots to get you started on beautiful macramé work. These projects make great holiday gifts.
Tuesday, December 5
5:30-7:30 pmFee: $32
Instructor: Pamela -
CLAY CLASS: HANDBUILDING Ages 16+
Learn the basics of handbuilding with clay. All skill levels welcome. Clay and tools are an additional charge.
Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30 pm
Jan. 9-Feb. 13NEW DATES: January 16-Feb. 20
Fee: $85
Instructor: Peggy Cornick -
VINTAGE JEWELRY MONOGRAM Ages 13+
Go back to the 1970’s to create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind collage from donated, vintage jewelry. Choose a letter at time of registration or you can choose from a butterfly, heart, tree or make your own. You are welcome to bring any of your own collected jewelry for a personal touch, but it is not required.
Saturday, January 27
1-4 pm
Fee: $35
Instructor: LauraIf you plan on making a letter – please let us know which letter in the checkout notes so we can have a template ready for you on class day.
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ACRYLIC PAINTING – LANDSCAPE Ages 13+
Follow along step by step to create a beautiful landscape painting on canvas.
Saturday, February 24, 1-4 pm
Fee: $30
Instructor: Laura -
WATERCOLOR PUMPKINS Ages 9-18
Learn fun watercolor techniques with liquid watercolors and paint a fall pumpkin.
Sat., November 18, 1-4 pm
Fee: $30
Instructor: Laura -
SANTA’S HELPERS Ages 5+
‘Tis the season of gift giving… and gift making! Be a busy elf preparing for the holidays by creating hand-made and personalized art projects to place under the tree.
Sat., December 16, 2-4 pm
Fee: $25
Instructor: Laura -
WINTER BREAK FUN DAY Ages 5+
Come to the museum for a morning of creating, painting, gluing, and drawing to relieve some of that Winter Break boredom. Enjoy your time off from school with colorful and creative crafts. Dress for a mess. Snack provided.
Thurs., December 28, 9 am—Noon
Fee: $30
Instructor: Pamela -
ENCAUSTIC/BEES WAX ART Ages 13+
Be part of an exciting encaustic painting experience. Learn to manipulate the wax and incorporate other materials and color to your design. This unique medium will have you buzzing. All supplies are included.
Saturday, March 16, 9 am-Noon
Fee: $35
Instructor: Pamela -
WATERCOLOR FLOWERS FOR BEGINNERS Ages 13+
Learn wet on wet and wet on dry techniques with liquid watercolors. The class will go step by step so beginners are very welcome.
Saturday, April 6
12:30-4 pm
Fee: $30
Instructor: Laura -
WINTER-THEMED PAINTING CLASS FOR KIDS! Ages 6+
In this class kids will be learning step-by-step how to paint their own masterpiece with acrylic paint!
Saturday, January 20
10 am-noon
Fee: $25
Instructor: Pamela -
COLOR PENCIL DRAWINGS Ages 8+
In this class, students will be guided to explore the techniques of sketching, shading and blending while drawing with colored pencils. Basic color theory will be introduced.
Tuesday, February 27
5:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $25
Instructor: Pamela -
SPRING BREAK MINI CAMP Ages 5+
Come to the museum for two mornings of designing, painting, gluing, and drawing with Springtime Creations theme projects. Enjoy your time off from school with colorful and creative crafts. Dress for a mess. Snack provided.
Tuesday-Wednesday, March 12-13
8 am—NoonFee: $45
Instructor: Pamela -
PROCESS ART Ages 5+
Process art is about exploring creativity during the making of art and less about the finished product. Have fun in the process.
Thursday, March 28
5:30-7:30 pmFee: $25
Instructor: Laura -
ART BUGS (Jan.) Ages 2-4 with adult caregiver
An art class for the smallest of artists – explore a variety of mediums. Children must be accompanied by caregiver.
Tues., January 28 from 6-7 pm
Snow DayFee: $15
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ART BUGS (Feb.) Ages 2-4 with adult caregiver
An art class for the smallest of artists – explore a variety of mediums. Children must be accompanied by caregiver.
Tues., February 4 from 6-7 pm
Be MineFee: $15
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ART BUGS (March) Ages 2-4 with adult caregiver
An art class for the smallest of artists – explore a variety of mediums. Children must be accompanied by caregiver.
Sat., March 1 from 10-11 am
St. Patrick’s CraftsFee: $15
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FAMILY CLASS: HOLIDAY GNOMES
These cute Holiday gnomes are easy to make and look wonderful on display! Get the family together for a great time. Each person attending will create a gnome. Attendees should be ages 5+. You do not need a child to attend, duos can be adults!
Sat., November 25, 1-4 pmFee: $30 per pair, $15 for each additional person
Instructor: Pamela -
FAMILY CLASS: Art Play for Earth Day Ages 5+
Experience the inspiration of sustainable art as we take everyday items and turn them into treasures!
Sat., April 12 from 2-4 pm
Fee: $60/pair, $30 for each additional person
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Art Market Application Fee – for late entries after April 1
$105 FEE. Includes a $15 jury fee and $90 entry fee.
Please contact Lindsay at lthompson@masoncity.net for the current acceptance status. If the market lineup is already considered full you may be added to a waitlist.
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Artoberfest Ticket – $50
Artoberfest is Friday, Oct. 11, starting at 6 pm at the Charles H. MacNider Art Museum (303 2nd Street SE, Mason City, Iowa). Everyone attending must be age 21 or older.
Tickets can be picked up at the Museum during regular business hours or claimed at will call at the Artoberfest events. Your preference can be indicated in the order notes. We will contact you if no instruction is given.
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3-DAY WIZARD CAMP Ages 9+
Explore the world of Harry Potter! Get sorted into houses and explore different classes like Wandlore, Potions, and Care of Magical Creatures. If you’ve attended before, return as a Prefect for new projects. Daily snack provided.
Please rank your house choices when registering!
July 12-14 (Wed.-Fri.)
8 am—noon daily
Fee: $70
Instructor: Laura