Sensory Friendly Days give visitors of all ages with complex developmental disabilities, sensory sensitivities, or on the autism spectrum a safe, comfortable environment to explore the museum exhibits during special hours before the museum opens to the general public. Where possible, our lights will be dimmed and the sound turned off. Signage will be posted […]

Get your preschoolers excited about science and the world around them. Each week they will learn about a different museum collection animal through songs, stories and activities. APRIL: 26 – Racoons session canceled  MAY: 3 – Butterflies; 10 – Ocelots; 17 – Wombats; 24 – Platypus JUNE: 7 – Red Pandas; 14 - Saigas *SUMMER BREAK […]

Thursday, May 11 |  6:00pm – 8:30pm  |  Instructor: Jayne Herring  |  $52 ($65 non-members)  |  Register Here Add some flare to your spring garden with a set of fused glass plant markers.  All supplies are included in the workshop price.

Mondays, September 25 – November 6 (no class Oct 16)  | 10:30am – 1:30pm |  Instructor: Barbara Farrell  |  $100 ($125 non-members)  |  Register Here Designed for painters of all skill levels. Each of the six sessions will begin with a demonstration showcasing a technique of the day. Students are instructed on color mixing, application and […]

Friday, May 12  |  12:00pm – 1:00pm  |  Speaker: Gene Eric Salecker With the capture of Vicksburg in July 1863, the Bluff City became a Union citadel within the Confederacy, accessible only via the Mississippi River. Turned into a major Union supply base, Vicksburg was the main starting point for a number of Union expeditions […]

Explore the amazing world of art through the eyes of artists and see how their artwork can inspire your own. Try new techniques and get your creativity flowing. All materials are included in this free program. 2pm – 3pm (ages 5-6)  Register Here  |  3:30pm – 4:30pm (ages 7-10) Register Here

Large Round Cookie Tray Basket Saturday, May 13 |  10:00am – 4:00pm  |  Instructor:  Sandy Bulgrin  |  $64 ($80 non-members)  |  Register Here This useful basket starts with a wood base. Students will twine the bottom to reach about 12″. The Sides are woven with natural and dyed reed. A perfect basket for any table setting. […]

Participants will decorate an egg carton planter and then choose a seed from a few fragrant varieties, then plant your seed and watch it grow.