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Children’s Art Competition – Open for Entries
Art Competition Guidelines: For children ages 2-11 (current 5th graders) Only one entry per child will be accepted Artwork must be original and created in the past year Artwork must be completely dry and must not contain any glitter, sequins, or confetti-like material 2-D pieces must be no larger than 9” x 12” (no canvases, please) Any winning 3-D pieces ... Children’s Art Competition – Open for Entries
2 events,
Bottles & Brushes: Galaxy Acrylic Pour
Bottles & Brushes: Galaxy Acrylic Pour
Bring a bottled beverage & get ready to paint! Participants in this class will get to experience a fun Galaxy Acrylic Pour! This freeform painting technique uses tilting as the method for moving painting around your canvas rather than applying it with a brush. There's NO way to mess up (bonus!) and each person's painting will be completely unique! ... Bottles & Brushes: Galaxy Acrylic Pour
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What You’re Missing
What You’re Missing
What You're Missing at The Grace Take your lunch break in our Courtyard and enjoy an optional FREE mini tour of the galleries with other Abilene professionals to see what you're missing! Bring your own lunch or stop by Tacos el Jalisco and grab a coffee from Espressoak– they'll be parked in front of the museum on N 1st. What ... What You’re Missing
2 events,
Tot Spot: April
Tot Spot: April
A Creative Experience for Preschoolers at the Museum! April Project: Easter Egg Craft This month, little ones will create a special Easter decoration to take home! We will tour an exhibition before heading to the classroom for our project. Tot Spot is a monthly creative experience designed for preschoolers (ages 3-5) and their families at The Grace Museum. Classes include ... Tot Spot: April
2 events,
Homeschool Art Day
Homeschool Art Day
Register for this month's art classes just for homeschool students and their families! Our April project will explore various watercolor techniques to bring a colorful sea turtle to life. CLASS SCHEDULE: 10:00 am - 11:15 am - STUDENTS ONLY 3rd - 12th grades 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm - Families with Students 1st - 12th grades 2:00 pm - 3:00 ... Homeschool Art Day
3 events,
ArtWalk
ArtWalk
Come by during ArtWalk for a Make-n-Take! ArtWalkers can explore all three floors of The Grace Museum for FREE from 5 PM - 8 PM + engage in fun Make-n-Take activities suitable for all ages. Don’t forget to check out the Grace Gift Shop! Come solo, make it a date night, or bring the whole family for an FREE artful ... ArtWalk
Smith’s Station Lecture: Dr. Amanda Biles
Smith’s Station Lecture: Dr. Amanda Biles
Dr. Biles will discuss the development of Fort Chadbourne, and specifically about its importance as another stop on the Butterfield Overland Mail Route. About Dr. Amanda Biles Amanda Biles is an Adjunct Professor of History at Abilene Christian University. She attended law school at Texas Tech University and earned her MA from the University of Central Oklahoma. Amanda holds ... Smith’s Station Lecture: Dr. Amanda Biles
2 events,
What You’re Missing
What You’re Missing
What You're Missing at The Grace Take your lunch break with a friend in our Courtyard and enjoy an optional FREE mini tour of the galleries with other Abilene professionals to see what you're missing! Bring your own lunch or stop by Tacos el Jalisco and grab a coffee from Espressoak– they'll be parked in front of the museum on ... What You’re Missing
4 events,
Consultation and Collaboration: A Starting Point for Museums and Indigenous Tribes
Consultation and Collaboration: A Starting Point for Museums and Indigenous Tribes
Join us for this educational workshop at The Grace Museum! Hosted by Friends of the Texas Historical Commission Does your museum want to learn more about building lasting relationships with federally recognized American Indian tribes in Texas? Are you looking for ways to integrate tribal history and culture into your interpretation? Join us for this workshop that will address these ... Consultation and Collaboration: A Starting Point for Museums and Indigenous Tribes
Grace Studio Class: Pastel Flowers
Grace Studio Class: Pastel Flowers
Join us in the Grace Studio! Get familiar with chalk pastels–a fun medium somewhere in between drawing and painting–and leave with a tulip that will never droop! No experience necessary! Come get artsy with us! Bring your own snacks and beverages to enjoy while you work! INSTRUCTORS: Christy Biebighauser CLASS LIMIT: 20 Grace Museum Members get $5 off! Memberships will ... Grace Studio Class: Pastel Flowers
Open Road Concert – Katie Toupin
Open Road Concert – Katie Toupin
Concert hosted on The Grace Museum Rooftop Doors open at 7:00 pm - Concert starts at 8:00 pm Click here for tickets & more details! Open Road concert proceeds benefit the Future Fund of Abilene, a membership-supported endowment fund that makes grants to nonprofits serving local children and youth.
3 events,
Día del Niño
Día del Niño
Join us as we celebrate children and a traditional Mexican holiday! Families with children can participate in several craft projects to take home for their own celebration of Día del Niño! HOLIDAY HISTORY & TRADITIONS In Mexico, Children's Day ("Día Del Niño") is celebrated on April 30th. On this day teachers organize the day for their children. There are no ... Día del Niño
Trivia Night
Trivia Night
Come hang out in The Grace Courtyard and enjoy a lively night of trivia! Participants can be INDIVIDUALS or TEAMS (up to 4 people) - NO RSVP NEEDED Play 5 rounds of Trivia in 5 Categories: Music Museums Movies & TV Fun Facts Abilene History (moderated by local historian, Jay Moore) EVENT DETAILS Courtyard Opens at 5:30 pm FREE EVENT ... Trivia Night
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Jay Moore Presents “Abilene: Prettiest Town I’ve Ever Seen”
Jay Moore Presents “Abilene: Prettiest Town I’ve Ever Seen”
A FREE history event at the Paramount Theatre! Spend an evening connecting with our past as local historian Jay Moore tells some hometown tales about hills, lakes, creeks, and trees that are part of our pretty world. Abilene: Prettiest Town I've Ever Seen Tuesday, May 2 Historic Paramount Theatre Storytelling begins at 7:30 pm Doors open at 6:30 pm (come early to get ... Jay Moore Presents “Abilene: Prettiest Town I’ve Ever Seen”
2 events,
What You’re Missing
What You’re Missing
What You're Missing at The Grace Take your lunch break with a friend in our Courtyard and enjoy an optional FREE mini tour of the galleries with other Abilene professionals to see what you're missing! Bring your own lunch or stop by Tacos el Jalisco and grab a coffee from Espressoak– they'll be parked in front of the museum on ... What You’re Missing
4 events,
Tot Spot: May
Tot Spot: May
A Creative Experience for Preschoolers at the Museum! May Project: Thumbprint Magnet Don't miss our last Tot Spot before we break for summer! Create a special magnet that can be used as a Mother's Day gift. We'll begin with a tour in one of our galleries before getting creative in the classroom. Tot Spot is a monthly creative experience designed ... Tot Spot: May
May the 4th Family Festival
May the 4th Family Festival
Come celebrate the iconic franchise with activities for all ages! Join us at The Grace Museum for a fun, space-themed festival as we celebrate May the 4th in true intergalactic fashion. Bring your favorite characters to life with fun crafts, test your skills in outer space, and meet members of the 501st Legion. EVENT DETAILS FREE EVENT (come-and-go) ALL ages ... May the 4th Family Festival
May the 4th Movie Night
May the 4th Movie Night
Adults 18+ are invited to enjoy this classic movie parody event under the stars! LIMITED CAPACITY | Stop by the Museum to claim a wristband for FREE entry (starting at 5 pm on May 4) Cash Cantina (bring your ID) Snack & Drinks Costumes are welcomed and encouraged FREE EVENT (must be 18+ to attend) MOVIE INFO Spaceballs (1987) | ... May the 4th Movie Night
2 events,
Tot Spot: May
Tot Spot: May
A Creative Experience for Preschoolers at the Museum! May Project: Thumbprint Magnet Don't miss our last Tot Spot before we break for summer! Create a special magnet that can be used as a Mother's Day gift. We'll begin with a tour in one of our galleries before getting creative in the classroom. Tot Spot is a monthly creative experience designed ... Tot Spot: May
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