Art and Museums

Art and Museums Open Studio, The Columbus Museum Get creative in the New Year and make a masterpiece. Participants will utilize oil pastels as they create works drawing inspiration from Burgoyne Diller’s Untitled (Wall Construction). After visiting the art-making station, visitors will have the opportunity to complete a gallery scavenger hunt. Jan. 6, 10 a.m. – noon, The Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road, Columbus Look! At Lunchtime Look! is a collaborative viewing exercise and dialogue…

Crafting Power Hour Get your craft on! Each Power Hour will allow you to get hands on with a variety of materials and create a work you can take home. All materials are included in the cost. Space is limited, registration required. Tickets are $15 for members, $20 for future members. Dec. 7, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., The Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road, Columbus Teen Takeover: Craft Wars Compete in our own version of the…

National Infantry Museum Veterans Day Mini Camp Kids will enjoy crafts, activities and history lessons about our nation during this mini camp. Register soon as spaces are limited. Open to ages 5 to 11. $10 per camper. Call the Education depart at (706) 653-9234 ext. 5849 to register. Nov. 11, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., National Infantry Museum, 1775 Legacy Way, Columbus Veterans Day at the National History Museum Join the National History Museum for…

And Still We Rise Members’ Reception And Still We Rise: Race, Culture, and Visual Conversations, curated by artist, historian and national lecturer Dr. Carolyn L. Lazloomi, features works of superb artistry that draw on the enduring American tradition of narrative storytelling through the textile art of quilting. Mazloomi has brought together more than 50 contemporary artists whose works reflect on moments in history that have contributed to transformations of social justice in American and across…

Mixed Media Birds Join the Britt David Cultural Arts Studio for a fun evening creating art. This class will create mixed media birds, and is for teens and adults. The class is $20, and p Participants must register by calling the studio at (706) 653-4196. Sept. 7, 6:30 – 8 p.m., Britt David Cultural Arts Studio, 2700 West Britt David Road, Columbus   Artist Talk: Martha Clippinger Join The Columbus Museum as they celebrate the…

It’s getting hotter, and the museums around Columbus are packed with fantastic exhibits and host to many great events. Don’t miss out! Volunteer Meet Up at Port Columbus Interested in history? Enjoy meeting new people? Have some time to volunteer? The National Civil War Naval Museum is looking for a few good volunteers, and every Monday through July at 1 p.m. will host this fun meet up. RSVP appreciated but not required. National Civil War…

Beat the summer heat with these great exhibits and events, including art camp for kids and a new show dedicated to the region’s rich movie heritage   Box City Summer Art Camp Historic Columbus brings two sessions of a summer art camp to provide children with an outlet for creativity and help develop an appreciation and awareness of their town. Campers will make their own buildings from cardboard boxes and build a community. Lunch and…