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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
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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”
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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
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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
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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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Homeschool Art Day
Homeschool Art Day
Register for this month's art classes just for homeschool students and their families! May's project is a mixed media, watercolor drip painting inspired by Susan kae Grant's shadowy silhouettes. 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
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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
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Artist Reception: Susan kae Grant
Artist Reception: Susan kae Grant
Join us for an Artist Reception and meet Susan kae Grant! 5:00 pm | Galleries Open 6:00 pm | Curator Comments & Artist Talk FREE public reception | Snacks and drinks Please RSVP your attendance plans to Erika Parker at collections@thegracemuseum.org. About the Artist Susan kae Grant is an inventive and influential lens-based artist, educator, and early proponent of ... Artist Reception: Susan kae Grant
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Dames of The Grace – Annual Brunch
Dames of The Grace – Annual Brunch
Join The Dames and attend this year's annual brunch on May 18! Dames of The Grace is a special group of women who help The Grace Museum turn its wishes and special needs into realities. Each year, this event takes place at the Museum and members of the group gather together for a delicious brunch, mimosas, and a special staff ... Dames of The Grace – Annual Brunch
Smith’s Station Lecture: Michael Grauer
Smith’s Station Lecture: Michael Grauer
Michael Grauer will talk about the Butterfield Overland Mail Route’s impact on West Texas & the Western United States. About Michael Grauer Michael Grauer is the McCasland Chair of Cowboy Culture/Curator of Cowboy Collections and Western Art in Oklahoma City. He has worked as a curator for over 40 years and has written three books and is a contributor ... Smith’s Station Lecture: Michael Grauer
Grace Studio Class: Mom and Me Teacher Gift
Grace Studio Class: Mom and Me Teacher Gift
This class has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience. As the end of the school year draws near, we're inviting all moms, dads, grandmas, uncles, and everyone in between to come create a personalized craft for your kids' favorite teachers! This project is designed for adults and children to work together, but adults are welcome to come and work ... Grace Studio Class: Mom and Me Teacher Gift
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Teacher Workshop: History In Our Backyard
Teacher Workshop: History In Our Backyard
This workshop will focus on discovering the history that exists right in our own backyard. We will start the day at The Grace Museum, then the group will enjoy a bus tour with narration by local historian, Jay Moore, as we visit various historic locations around Abilene. Following lunch on your own, the group will gather at the Curtis House ... Teacher Workshop: History In Our Backyard
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Upcoming Events
Grace Gala 2023
Tot Spot: October
Grace Studio: Mixed-Media Sunflower with Polly Jones
Tot Spot: October
Adult Events
Grace Gala 2023
Grace Studio: Mixed-Media Sunflower with Polly Jones
Gallery Pop-Up
Open Road Concert - Shinyribs
Kid and Family Events
Tot Spot: October
Tot Spot: October
Homeschool Art Day