Five world-class museums exploring art, history & science plus the Dr. Seuss Museum & Sculpture Garden.
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Explorations in Abstraction
Amanda Barrow will discuss the development of her work in abstract art, as well as underlying sources of inspiration. Ms. Barrow has been steadily working as…
Space for Everyone: Astronomy Symposium
This event has been canceled. Join educators, astronomers, science communicators, and community leaders for this dynamic, one-day symposium dedicated to making…
Watercolor & Colored Pencil
Watercolor is an incredible painting medium that can be used boldly, subtly, and anywhere in between. Adding colored pencils brings an additional level of…
Ninety Years Later: The Connecticut River Valley Flood of 1936 and the Legacy of Flood Protection
In March 1936, weeks of heavy rain and snowmelt combined to produce one of the most destructive floods in New England history. Communities throughout the…
Stars Over Springfield
Join us for a beginner’s astronomy program featuring a short talk by a local expert, hands-on activities or demonstrations, a planetarium show with our…
Urban Sketching
Using pencils, pens, and sketchbooks, learn to draw life in the city, capturing scenic street views, unique buildings, and people. Practice the art of telling…
Royal Icing Basics
Step up your holiday cookie decorating by taking this royal icing class with Chef Rene St. Amand. You will learn several techniques including flooding, wet on…
Sensory Friendly Sunday
The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum will open early, with some exhibits will be modified to provide an opportunity for…
“A Few Rods North of the Court-House”: Mapping Revolutionary Springfield
Today, it’s easy to go online and get a birds-eye view of the city of Springfield. We can look at how the city was organized fifty years ago, or a hundred…
Gel Plate Printmaking
Are you interested in simple and gorgeous mark-making and printmaking techniques that you can create in your kitchen? We will explore the world of printmaking…
Researching with FamilySearch.org: Hispanic Genealogy and More
FamilySearch.org plays a pivotal role in Hispanic genealogy and is a great tool for anyone looking to uncover their family’s story. This workshop delves into…
Greetings! Fabric Postcards
In this new fiber art class, create fun fabric postcards that can be sent through the mail. Design a picture using colorful fabrics, glue and fabric pens. No…
Practical Origami: Boxes and Beyond
Origami has a practical side. From boxes for organizing or gift giving to coasters to a cell phone stand, there are many models to explore. These forms are…
Wire Wrapping
Unleash your creativity and develop skills in jewelry making in this wire wrapping workshop! The instructor will bring examples of projects that build on basic…
The Painted Life of Gregory Gillespie
Director Evan Goodchild learns that an artist committed suicide in the converted art studio where he lived for three years in Western Massachusetts. Further…
Stars Over Springfield
Join us for a beginner’s astronomy program featuring a short talk by a local expert, hands-on activities or demonstrations, a planetarium show with our…
Straw Art Holiday Traditions
In this 2-hour class, participants can create straw art pictures or cards, or make a hanging decoration. Straw art pictures are traditionally created in China,…
Needle-Felted Ornaments
Create your very own Holiday hanging ornament using wool roving and needles! The instructor will walk you through the process from beginning to end, but you…
Painting a Luminous Winter Landscape in Watercolor
Come paint an atmospheric winter scene. This workshop is geared for students who are interested in putting their skills and painting knowledge to use in a two…
Holiday Lights Experience at the Tower Hill Botanical Garden
Register by November 23 Celebrate the holiday season with a magical day trip to the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill, where enchanting light displays…
Winter Pastel Still Life Workshop
Come join us and create a still life pastel painting of nature for the holiday season. No prior pastel experience necessary. Paper available for purchase from…
Leather Ornament Workshop
In this winter workshop, you’ll learn leather crafting basics, including cutting and punching, as well as two different types of stitches. Create an ornament…
Print Your Own Holiday Cards
It’s the time of year when envelopes fly. Fill your envelopes with your very own card designs! Learn to create a collagraph print plate and use it to print a…
Sensory Friendly Sunday
The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum will open early, with some exhibits will be modified to provide an opportunity for…