Program Calendar
William Merritt Chase: An Old-Fashioned American Modernist
Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield
Week of Programs
Sunday, November 6, 2016
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November 6, 2016 –Family Science Adventures
Family Science Adventures
Explore the Science Museum and find the Roving Scientist. You never know what kind of demonstrations and hands-on activities they have in store for you! Free with museum admission!
Monday, November 7, 2016
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November 7, 2016 –Family Science Adventures
Family Science Adventures
Explore the Science Museum and find the Roving Scientist. You never know what kind of demonstrations and hands-on activities they have in store for you! Free with museum admission!
Tuesday, November 8, 2016
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November 8, 2016 –Professor Knows A. Lot
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November 8, 2016 –Family Science Adventures
Professor Knows A. Lot
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
Family Science Adventures
Explore the Science Museum and find the Roving Scientist. You never know what kind of demonstrations and hands-on activities they have in store for you! Free with museum admission!
Wednesday, November 9, 2016
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November 9, 2016 –Family Science Adventures
Family Science Adventures
Explore the Science Museum and find the Roving Scientist. You never know what kind of demonstrations and hands-on activities they have in store for you! Free with museum admission!
Thursday, November 10, 2016
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November 10, 2016 –Silk Scarf Painting
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November 10, 2016 –Family Science Adventures
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November 10, 2016 –William Merritt Chase: An Old-Fashioned American Modernist
Silk Scarf Painting
Just in time for a handmade holiday gift! Paint a beautiful, wearable silk scarf. Methods explored include color washes, resist painting and stamping. Silk for practice and one silk scarf blank included. Additional scarf blanks available for purchase. All levels welcome. Supply list provided. Instructor: Maureen Egan One Class: November 10Register Now
Family Science Adventures
Explore the Science Museum and find the Roving Scientist. You never know what kind of demonstrations and hands-on activities they have in store for you! Free with museum admission!
William Merritt Chase: An Old-Fashioned American Modernist
From the last quarter of the 19th century into the first decade of the 20th century, William Merritt Chase helped transform and elevate the art scene in the United States, through his own work and that of his many students. Taking his subject matter and his painting style from modern times while adhering to a…
Friday, November 11, 2016
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November 11, 2016 –Family Science Adventures
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November 11, 2016 –Turtle Power! Member Reception
Family Science Adventures
Explore the Science Museum and find the Roving Scientist. You never know what kind of demonstrations and hands-on activities they have in store for you! Free with museum admission!
Turtle Power! Member Reception
COWABUNGA Dudes & Dudettes! Explore Elias Derby’s extensive collection of original artwork and memorabilia from the TMNT series, displayed alongside the Museums own centuries-old samurai swords, armor, and pristine Japanese prints. Come dressed in your Ninja best and win a prize!
Saturday, November 12, 2016
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November 12, 2016 –Sculpting a Portrait in Clay
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November 12, 2016 –Turtle Power Saturday
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November 12, 2016 –Second Saturday Walking Tour
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November 12, 2016 –Family Science Adventures
Sculpting a Portrait in Clay
Working with a female model we'll use hollow sculpting techniques to make a life size portrait in clay. Part of the class will study the basic anatomy and structure of the human head as this is the foundation of making a life-like piece. Terracotta clay will be used and sculptures will be kiln fired once…
Second Saturday Walking Tour
Join local historians and neighborhood experts for enlightening strolls through the downtown area. Tours begin at the Welcome Center. This month... Bas Relief in Downtown Springfield by Steve Shultis, Springfield Historical Commission Free for Museum and Armoury-Quadrangle Civic Association members; $5 nonmembers. Photo by John PhelanLearn more at aqca.org.
Family Science Adventures
Explore the Science Museum and find the Roving Scientist. You never know what kind of demonstrations and hands-on activities they have in store for you! Free with museum admission!
