Mondays, April 28 – May 19 | 10:30am – 1:30pm | Instructor: Barbara Farrell | $72 ($90 for non-members) | Register Here Designed for painters of all skill levels, come explore the magic of watercolor painting. Each of the four sessions will begin with a demonstration showcasing the technique of the day. Students are instructed on […]
Friday, May 9 | 12pm – 1pm | Presented by Dr. Kate Williams-McWorter and Dr. Gerald McWorter From a distance, New Philadelphia looked like a typical Illinois pioneer town of the mid-1800s. But New Philadelphia was not a typical pioneer town. As travelers got closer, they would find a small but bustling community where Black […]
Saturdays, May 10 and 17 | 10:30am -1:00pm | Instructor: Kathy Laybourn | $70 ($84 for non-members) | Register Here Learn the basics of sculpting and crafting with this versatile material. Throughout this two-day workshop, you’ll explore a variety of techniques to shape and mold your own unique creations. In the second session, bring your artwork […]
Saturdays, May 10 and May 17 | 10:30am – 2:30pm | Instructor: Beth Dugan | $70 ($84 for non-members) | Register Here Join this class to learn basic embroidery stitches or expand your repertoire and create a finished lavender-scented warming pillow. Explore the world of silk embroidery through straight, outline, stem, split stitches, French Knots, Satin […]
Mondays, May 19 through June 30* | 9am – 10am | Instructor: Sharry Flaherty | $52 ($65 for non-members) | Register Here *No Class on Memorial Day Enjoy the sunshine over the lake as you practice the gentle movements of Tai Chi from the warmth of the museum’s mezzanine. Tai Chi is a slow moving mind […]
Thursday, May 22 | 6:00pm – 8:30pm | Instructor: Jayne Herring | $56 ($70 for non-members) | Register Here Add a personal touch to your garden with handmade fused glass plant markers! In this workshop, you’ll learn basic glass-cutting and design techniques to create colorful, durable markers for your favorite plants and herbs. Customize your pieces […]
Saturday, May 31 | 10am – 12pm | Instructor: Mami Takahashi | $88 ($110 for non-members) | Register Here Learn the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold. In this meditative workshop, start by gluing the pieces back together, curing the vessel, and then highlighting the broken seams with powdered 14k gold or silver. Kintsugi […]
Saturday, May 31 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm | $20 ($25 for non-members) | Instructor: Brian Conroy | Register Here Engineers were a vital part of the military during the Civil War, helping to move the army and repair infrastructure vital to the war effort. This workshop class will discuss the roles that engineers played, the equipment […]
Thursday, June 12 | 6:00pm – 8:30pm | Instructor: Jayne Herring | $64 ($80 for non-members) | Register Here Create a one-of-a-kind glass votive that adds a warm, colorful glow to your space! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the basics of fused glass design and layering techniques to craft your own decorative candle holder. No […]
Friday, June 13 | 12pm – 1pm | Presented by Michael T. Sullivan Eli, Hannibal, and Sylvester were brothers, farmers, soldiers, and friends from Palmyra, Wisconsin. They were respected for what they did and the American Civil War made them forever friends of the country. While holding the military rank of private, the brothers honorably […]
Thursday, July 10 | 5:00pm – 7:30pm | $20 ($25 for non-members) | Instructors: Doug Dammann, Emily Mentzel, and Scott Smith | Register Here The First Wisconsin Cavalry arrived in Kenosha via train on November 24, 1861. The troopers spent the next 3 ½ months living and training in a hastily constructed camp near Lake Michigan […]
Thursday, July 10 | 6:00pm – 8:30pm | Instructor: Jayne Herring | $84 ($105 for non-members) | Register Here Design and create your own vibrant fused glass round dish! In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll experiment with color, shape, and texture as you learn the art of glass fusing. Use your finished piece as a decorative accent […]
