Art and Museums, May 2018
Orphic: CSU Senior Art Exhibition
Featuring artists John Styron, Jose Rosario, Jessica Kennedy and J. Allen Vanderford, Jr.. Work will be on display in the Ilges Gallery.
May 5, 6 p.m., Corn Center for the Visual Arts, 921 Front Avenue, Columbus
American Women in History
Please join the National Infantry Museum Kids program to explore the role women have played through the history of the United States. $10 per youth student.
May 5, 10 a.m. – noon, National Infantry Museum, 1775 Legacy Way, Columbus
Silhouettes by Clay Rice
Clay Rice is an award-winning artist and children’s book author. This rare art form is a Rice family tradition spanning three generations. Join the tradition and have your child’s silhouette done. Call the Kiddie Shoppe to schedule an appointment (706) 327-0334.
May 5, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Kiddie Shoppe, 15 West 11th Street, Columbus
Beginner’s Fused Glass Class
In this class for adult beginners, you will learn the basics of cutting, cold-working and fusing glass. Each participant will make their own fused glass suncatcher. The class is fun, easy and for all levels of experience. Call the studio to register, (443) 605-5127. $25 per person.
May 5, 2 – 4 p.m., Poetry in Glass Studio, 1601 12th Street, Suite 5, Columbus
Look @ Lunchtime
This collaborative viewing experience is centered around works of art from the Museum’s permanent collection. Jonathan Frederick Walz, Director of Curatorial Affairs and Curator of American Art, will facilitate Look! discussions every Tuesday. Each month a new object will be explored.
May 8, 12:15 – 12:30 p.m., The Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road, Columbus
Crafting Power Hour: Marbling Marvels
Get your craft on with The Columbus Museum’s Crafting Power Hours. Each Power Hour will allow you to get hands-on with a variety of materials and create a finished work of art to take home. All materials are provided, all participants will be able to take their creations home. Space is limited and registration required.
May 10, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., The Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road, Columbus
Mother’s Day Ink Swirled Terrarium
Work together with mom or dad to create a one-of-a-kind gift for Mother’s Day. Participants will paint their own terrarium using a special ink and will pick out a plant to put inside once the terrarium dries. While your terrarium is drying, you and your family will go on a special Mother’s Day-themed scavenger hunt, and participants will receive a prize upon completion. This program is designed for ages 6 and up.
May 12, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., The Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road, Columbus
Trench Art White Glove Reception for Patron and Circle Members
Join The Columbus Museum for an exciting hands-on experience with artifacts in “From Sword to Plowshares,” an exhibition that offers a glimpse into the dazzling world of trench art, objects made by soldiers and prisoners of war using material associated with armed conflict. Closely interact with an array of artifacts such as decorated artillery shell cases executed in trenches, elaborately embellished artillery shell lamps, cigarette lighters and ashtrays exhibiting extraordinary craftsmanship. Don’t miss this opportunity to get an up-close look at unique objects utilized during World War I. Rebecca Bush, Curator of History and Exhibitions Manager, will lead the group in this one-time opportunity. This event is free and open to Patron and Circle level members ($500+). RSVP by May 8.
May 15, 6 p.m., The Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road, Columbus
Summer Camp Open House
Meet The Columbus Museums camp instructors for the 2018 camp season. You will have a chance to talk to instructors, find out about projects that campers will undertake each week, and see examples of what they will create. Once you’ve decided which camp is right for you, museum staff will be on hand to guide you through the registration process. Camps are available for preschool through rising 7th graders.
May 19, 10 a.m. – noon, The Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road, Columbus
Access for the Arts
This engaging program develops art exploration for individuals with early-stage Alzheimer’s and their care partners. Each month participants will have the choice to explore stories and objects in the Museum or get hands-on art making experience led by a Museum team member. This program is free but space is limited. To join, please call David Marlowe at the Alzheimer’s Association, (800) 272-3900.
May 21, 10 – 11 a.m., The Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road, Columbus
Venues:
The Columbus Museum’s
1251 Wynnton Road
(706) 748-2562
National Civil War Naval Museum
1002 Victory Drive, Columbus
(706) 327-9798
National Infantry Museum
1775 Legacy Way, Columbus
(706) 685-5800
The River Market Antiques & Lunch Box Museum
3218 Hamilton Road, Columbus
(706) 653-6240
Corn Center for the Visual Arts
921 Front Avenue, Columbus
(706) 507-8301
The Bo Bartlett Center for Art
921 Front Avenue, Columbus
(706) 507-8432
Leigh and Paige Fine Art Gallery
1309 Wildwood Avenue, Columbus
(706) 225-0139
Coca-Cola Space Science Center
701 Front Avenue, Columbus
(706) 649-1470
Ma Rainey House
805 5th Avenue, Columbus
(706) 653-4960
Carson McCuller’s Center
1519 Stark Avenue, Columbus
(706) 565-1200
Fort Mitchell Visitor’s Center
561 Highway 165, Fort Mitchel, Al.
(334) 855-1406