Program Calendar

Interact with the collections in new and different ways. Activities vary daily. Check our Welcome Center for listings. Programs may include: Photo Play: Handle cameras from the 20th century through present, learn the science behind photography, and get a copy of your portrait from our photo booth. Artmaking on the Quadrangle: Create a masterpiece using…

Register by July 18 Get twice the fun out of making a toy before you play with it! Make whirligigs and a variety of kinetic and fun moving wood working projects. Gain basic woodworking skills as you learn how to measure, cut and assemble your wooden creations. Special attention will be placed on safety and…

Register by July 18 Explore our natural world above and below the sea along with long-lost ancient treasures. Construct your own exotic, one-of-a-kind “creature,” create cool fossils and make ancient coins while learning how humans discovered precious metals. Learn fun woodworking skills as you make your own curio cabinet to display your treasures! Enjoy scavenger…

Register by July 18 Explore a variety of science topics, from animal tracking, hands-on geology, rock identification to using microscopes and designing wind-powered vehicles. Spend time making Lego robots or working with "turtle robotics" on the computer, and visit the Seymour Planetarium to discover interesting objects in the night sky. Students can extend exploration in…

Interact with the collections in new and different ways. Activities vary daily. Check our Welcome Center for listings. Programs may include: Photo Play: Handle cameras from the 20th century through present, learn the science behind photography, and get a copy of your portrait from our photo booth. Artmaking on the Quadrangle: Create a masterpiece using…

Come watch artist in residence David Krawcyzk draw an animal on the theme of the week and create your own chalk drawing.  (Weather permitting; may be rescheduled to Tuesday or Wednesday.) Free with museum admission! Republican photo by Frederick GoreThe Horace Moses Charitable Trust, Bank of America, Trustee

Sing along with Mr. Zach and learn about the world of animals.  Designed at kids four and under, but older siblings are welcome. Free with museum admission! The Horace Moses Charitable Trust, Bank of America, Trustee

A general docent-led tour for adults who want to delve a little deeper into the collections in the D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts. Free with museum admission! The Horace Moses Charitable Trust, Bank of America, Trustee

Register by July 11 Enhance your color sensitivity and understanding of color interaction through color charts, still lifes and a variety of studio projects. Working with oils, students will explore aspects of color including hue, value, and intensity to discover meaning, symbolism, and personal preferences for specific color combinations. Supply list will be provided. Instructor:…

Register by July 18 Get twice the fun out of making a toy before you play with it! Make whirligigs and a variety of kinetic and fun moving wood working projects. Gain basic woodworking skills as you learn how to measure, cut and assemble your wooden creations. Special attention will be placed on safety and…

Register by July 18 Explore our natural world above and below the sea along with long-lost ancient treasures. Construct your own exotic, one-of-a-kind “creature,” create cool fossils and make ancient coins while learning how humans discovered precious metals. Learn fun woodworking skills as you make your own curio cabinet to display your treasures! Enjoy scavenger…

Register by July 12 Learn how to research your ancestry using the extensive resources available including genealogical websites. You’ll learn a great deal about researching, but keep in mind - it’s not all on the Internet! Instructor: Dave Robison Three classes - July 12, 19, 26 Register Now

Interact with the collections in new and different ways. Activities vary daily. Check our Welcome Center for listings. Programs may include: Photo Play: Handle cameras from the 20th century through present, learn the science behind photography, and get a copy of your portrait from our photo booth. Artmaking on the Quadrangle: Create a masterpiece using…

Explore chain reactions through creating Rube Goldberg machines!  Build complicated contraptions that make simple jobs more complex - purely for fun and the joy of watching science in action. Free with museum admission! The Horace Moses Charitable Trust, Bank of America, Trustee

Come learn what she is up to at the Museums! Activities may include meeting a costumed character, face painting, magic, balloon animals, comedy, and getting to know the permanent collections. Free with museum admission! The Horace Moses Charitable Trust, Bank of America, Trustee

Learn how to tell an effective story,  then join us for storytelling session where you can listen to stories--and maybe even tell your own!  Preference will be given to storytellers who attended the workshop, led by Dr. Gail Herman.  All ages welcome. Free with museum admission! The Horace Moses Charitable Trust, Bank of America, Trustee. Supported…

Register by July 12 Lessons will focus on the fundamental elements of line, composition, proportion, spatial relationships, perspective, volume, light and shadow, and foreshortening. Basic skills, work habits, color theory and motivational techniques to produce complete and finished drawings will also be discussed. All levels welcome. Supply list will be provided. Instructor: Don Smith Five…

Register by July 18 Get twice the fun out of making a toy before you play with it! Make whirligigs and a variety of kinetic and fun moving wood working projects. Gain basic woodworking skills as you learn how to measure, cut and assemble your wooden creations. Special attention will be placed on safety and…

Register by July 18 Explore our natural world above and below the sea along with long-lost ancient treasures. Construct your own exotic, one-of-a-kind “creature,” create cool fossils and make ancient coins while learning how humans discovered precious metals. Learn fun woodworking skills as you make your own curio cabinet to display your treasures! Enjoy scavenger…

Register by July 20 Let’s make beautiful textiles! Using textile paints and simple tools you will explore the exciting world of fabric design and fabrication to create your own vibrant paintings, unique hangings, lovely accessories and beautiful sample “fat quarter yardage” (18 “ long x 22 “ wide), while learning about block printing, monoprinting, marbling,…

Register by July 13 Both the novice and serious writer will find a comfortable spot in this group. Participants work with memoir, personal essay, poetry, short stories, novels, or just a creative exploration with words. We’ll write in response to prompts and have the option of sharing with others. Lots of writing, guaranteed! Coffee and…

Interact with the collections in new and different ways. Activities vary daily. Check our Welcome Center for listings. Programs may include: Photo Play: Handle cameras from the 20th century through present, learn the science behind photography, and get a copy of your portrait from our photo booth. Artmaking on the Quadrangle: Create a masterpiece using…

Meet some of the animals that call the Forest Park Zoo home. Learn about their special adaptations, habitats, behavior, diets, and status in the wild. Free with museum admission! The Horace Moses Charitable Trust, Bank of America, Trustee

Register by July 13 Would you like some meaningful and constructive feedback on your writing so you can send it out for publication? This manuscript critiquing workshop welcomes all levels of writers. A professional writing coach and editor, Jan Sadler will guide the group in a streamlined process for feedback. Bring a copy of your…

An epic story of adventure, starring some of the most magnificent and courageous creatures alive, awaits you. A remarkable story of three animal families on a journey across our planet – polar bears, elephants and humpback whales. Free with museum admission! The Horace Moses Charitable Trust, Bank of America, Trustee

Register by July 18 Get twice the fun out of making a toy before you play with it! Make whirligigs and a variety of kinetic and fun moving wood working projects. Gain basic woodworking skills as you learn how to measure, cut and assemble your wooden creations. Special attention will be placed on safety and…

Register by July 18 Explore our natural world above and below the sea along with long-lost ancient treasures. Construct your own exotic, one-of-a-kind “creature,” create cool fossils and make ancient coins while learning how humans discovered precious metals. Learn fun woodworking skills as you make your own curio cabinet to display your treasures! Enjoy scavenger…

Register by July 20 Let’s make beautiful textiles! Using textile paints and simple tools you will explore the exciting world of fabric design and fabrication to create your own vibrant paintings, unique hangings, lovely accessories and beautiful sample “fat quarter yardage” (18 “ long x 22 “ wide), while learning about block printing, monoprinting, marbling,…

Interact with the collections in new and different ways. Activities vary daily. Check our Welcome Center for listings. Programs may include: Photo Play: Handle cameras from the 20th century through present, learn the science behind photography, and get a copy of your portrait from our photo booth. Artmaking on the Quadrangle: Create a masterpiece using…

Inspiring researchers and innovators engage audiences with their love of science, technology, engineering and math.  Stay curious and prepare to have fun at a festival!  For all ages. Free with museum admission! The Horace Moses Charitable Trust, Bank of America, Trustee

Get hands on with artifacts from years past in the Wood Museum of Springfield History. Free with museum admission! The Horace Moses Charitable Trust, Bank of America, Trustee

Come learn what she is up to at the Museums! Activities may include meeting a costumed character, face painting, magic, balloon animals, comedy, and getting to know the permanent collections. Free with museum admission! The Horace Moses Charitable Trust, Bank of America, Trustee

Register by July 18 Get twice the fun out of making a toy before you play with it! Make whirligigs and a variety of kinetic and fun moving wood working projects. Gain basic woodworking skills as you learn how to measure, cut and assemble your wooden creations. Special attention will be placed on safety and…

Register by July 18 Explore our natural world above and below the sea along with long-lost ancient treasures. Construct your own exotic, one-of-a-kind “creature,” create cool fossils and make ancient coins while learning how humans discovered precious metals. Learn fun woodworking skills as you make your own curio cabinet to display your treasures! Enjoy scavenger…

Register by July 20 Let’s make beautiful textiles! Using textile paints and simple tools you will explore the exciting world of fabric design and fabrication to create your own vibrant paintings, unique hangings, lovely accessories and beautiful sample “fat quarter yardage” (18 “ long x 22 “ wide), while learning about block printing, monoprinting, marbling,…

Interact with the collections in new and different ways. Activities vary daily. Check our Welcome Center for listings. Programs may include: Photo Play: Handle cameras from the 20th century through present, learn the science behind photography, and get a copy of your portrait from our photo booth. Artmaking on the Quadrangle: Create a masterpiece using…

Hansel and Gretel is based on the classic fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, and features melodies from the Humperdinck opera. The colorful set is in the shape of a giant story book; as the pages turn, each new and exciting scene is revealed. All the staging, scenery, and marionettes are handcrafted by Tanglewood Marionettes…

Explore the collections of the D'Amour Museum of Fine Arts and George Walter Vincent Smith Art Museum with a friendly docent. Free with museum admission! The Horace Moses Charitable Trust, Bank of America, Trustee

Children's book author and illustrator Bob Shea will read from a few of his popular books and will draw his characters live! Do you like unicorns or dinosaurs? Then this is for you. Would you like to see some secret books that no one else has seen ever? Okay, but you have to promise not…

Use a variety of materials including stone, glass and ceramic tiles to create both grouted and ungrouted mosaics. Explore the use of basic tools, composition and color, incorporating your own designs with mosaics techniques. Bring any tiles or mosaic materials that you wish to use and a brown bag lunch. Instructor: Robert MarkeyRegister Now

Interact with the collections in new and different ways. Activities vary daily. Check our Welcome Center for listings. Programs may include: Photo Play: Handle cameras from the 20th century through present, learn the science behind photography, and get a copy of your portrait from our photo booth. Artmaking on the Quadrangle: Create a masterpiece using…