A week of activities inspired by the vibrant works of artist and activist Nelson Stevens. Free with museum admission.
Ongoing Activities
Color the Rhythm, 11 am-3 pm
Use marker & foil to doodle to the music of Nelson Stevens’ favorite jazz musicians. Recommended for ages 8+. Quadrangle Green (Rain Location: GWVS Loggia)
Prism Play, 11 am-3 pm
Use a flashlight and black paper to see how a prism works. Science Workshop, Second Floor, Springfield Science Museum
Mix it Up!, 11 am-3 pm
Experiment with color mixing using light. Science Workshop, Second Floor, Springfield Science Museum
Colorful Portraits, 12-4 pm
Create a portrait of yourself or someone who inspires you using the vibrant colors Nelson Steven’s used in his art! Art Discovery Center, Second Floor, George Walter Vincent Smith Art Museum
Collaborative Mural, 11 am-3 pm
Make your mark on this community mural. Quadrangle Green (Rain Location: GWVS Loggia)
Color Resist, 11 am-3 pm
Explore the magic of color resistance and make art to take home with you. Quadrangle Green (Rain Location: Discovery Lab, Lower Level, Springfield Science Museum)
