This family-friendly book club meeting will take place in the Civil War Museum Resource Center, followed by a craft! It is a dark and snowy night when the Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Annie back to colonial times. General George Washington is about to lead his army in a sneak attack against their enemy. […]
Thursday, July 30 | 6pm – 8pm | Instructor: Tiffany Knopow, MFA | $40 ($50 for non-members) | Register for Decoupage Earrings Create a stylish accessory in this hands-on workshop focused on decoupage patterned earrings. Participants will design and craft their own lightweight earrings using decorative papers, learning how to layer patterns, seal designs, and assemble […]
Tuesday, August 4 – Thursday, August 6 | 10am – 12pm | $60 ($75 non-members) Learn about a few important Americans and the impact of their artwork on the world, and then try their techniques yourself in this three-day camp. From the chaos of Abstract Expressionism to the color theory of Alma Thomas, find new […]
Tuesday, August 4 – Thursday, August 6 | 10am – 12pm | $60 ($75 non-members) Learn about a few important Americans and the impact of their artwork on the world, and then try their techniques yourself in this three-day camp. From the chaos of Abstract Expressionism to the color theory of Alma Thomas, find new […]
Tuesday, August 4 – Thursday, August 6 | 10am – 12pm | $60 ($75 non-members) Learn about a few important Americans and the impact of their artwork on the world, and then try their techniques yourself in this three-day camp. From the chaos of Abstract Expressionism to the color theory of Alma Thomas, find new […]
Friday, August 7 | 9:00am – 3:30pm | $50 | Register for the Seminar Join the Kenosha Civil War Museum staff and guest speakers for an engaging and informative seminar that dives into creative and immersive ways to utilize history education resources from your community to your classroom. The price of the seminar includes coffee and […]
Saturday, August 8 | 10am – 4pm At their outdoor encampment, the 1st Michigan Engineers will show museum visitors the regiment’s role as combat engineers while displaying and explaining the many tools and pieces of equipment that were used to accomplish their surveying and construction duties. The living history group will also display items used by […]
Saturday, August 8 | 1pm – 3pm | Instructor: Tiffany Knopow, MFA | $40 ($50 for non-members) | Register for Hand Punched Journals Create a journal that’s as thoughtful as the ideas you’ll fill it with in this hands-on workshop focused on hand-punched and stitched books. Each journal will be adorned with delicate leaf accents, adding a […]
Tuesday, August 11 – Thursday, August 13 | 10am – 12pm | $60 ($75 non-members) Embark on an animal expedition! Campers will journey around the world to discover fascinating animals and the habitats they call home. Ages 5-6 | Register Here Ages 7-10 | Register Here
Tuesday, August 11 – Thursday, August 13 | 10am – 12pm | $60 ($75 non-members) Embark on an animal expedition! Campers will journey around the world to discover fascinating animals and the habitats they call home. Ages 5-6 | Register Here Ages 7-10 | Register Here
Tuesday, August 11 – Thursday, August 13 | 10am – 12pm | $60 ($75 non-members) Embark on an animal expedition! Campers will journey around the world to discover fascinating animals and the habitats they call home. Ages 5-6 | Register Here Ages 7-10 | Register Here
Thursday, August 13 | 6:00pm – 8:30pm | Instructor: Jayne Herring | $64 ($80 for non-members) | Register for Fused Glass 2-part Sun Catcher Design a beautiful piece of glass art in this hands-on fused glass workshop focused on creating a two-part sun catcher. Participants will craft a layered glass design paired with a complementary hanging […]
Friday, August 14 | 12pm – 1pm | Presented by: Scott Norrick Scott Norrick’s presentation will cover the key reasons immigrants came to America just prior to the Civil War. He will also discuss the scope and nationalities of immigrant soldiers in the Union Army as well as explore what motivated so many immigrants to […]
August 15, 2026 – November 8, 2026 Touhey Gallery Held every two years, the Acrylic International features 45 outstanding paintings that showcase the breadth of subjects, styles, and techniques achievable in the acrylic medium, reflecting the diversity and skill of contemporary artists working in acrylic today. This juried exhibition recognizes artistic excellence through a series […]
August 15, 2026 – February 28, 2027 Ruble Gallery Since 1936, the Kenosha Public Museum has served as a beloved community institution, enriching the lives of Kenoshans and beyond. To celebrate our 90th Anniversary, this special exhibition will journey through nine decades of museum history – from its establishment in the old post office building […]
Saturday, August 15 (Rain Date: August 22) | 10:30am – 12:30pm | Instructor: Kathy Laybourn | $56 ($70 for non-members) | Register for Encaustic Painting Have you ever made art by experimenting with melting crayons when you were a kid? This workshop is designed for anyone who would like to be introduced to the “cold wax” […]
Sunday, August 23, 2026 | 10:00am – 2:00pm | $116 ($145 for non-members) | Register for Painting in a Limited Color Palette Workshop This four-hour workshop taught by Dan Simoneau, juror of the Acrylic International 3rd Biennial Juried Exhibition, and award winning acrylic painter from Wisconsin begins with a demonstration and discussion of the artist’s process, […]
George Washington and Benjamin Franklin were the unlikeliest of rebels. Washington in the 1770s stood at the apex of Virginia society. Franklin was more successful still, having risen from humble origins to world fame. John Adams might have seemed a more obvious candidate for rebellion, being of cantankerous temperament. Even so, he revered the law. Yet all […]
Saturday, August 29 | 12pm-2pm | Register for Artsy Afternoons August Session Artsy Afternoons is a monthly hands-on art program designed to spark creativity and encourage artistic exploration. Participants will experiment with new techniques, try a variety of materials, and create original works inspired by art, artists, and museum themes. Each session features a different […]