Join Pat Musick for a talk exploring Ethel Magafan and the history of the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center. As high school students in Denver in the 1920s, twins Ethel and Jenne Magafan knew they wanted to be artists. Apprentices to artist Frank Mechau, they also studied at one of the premier art schools in […]
You will learn three different traditional techniques in water marbling! Throughout this process, learn how to let go of artistic control and find beauty in the creative process. You will create three unique works of art to take home the same day. Supplies will be provided. Ages 12-16 REGISTER
Don’t miss this unique jazz concert with the Hennessy 6. Performed in the Clarence Shivers: Experimenting with Form exhibition, the concert includes musical selections inspired by Shivers’ artwork and life-long interest in jazz. Free and open to the public. RSVPs required. Space is limited RSVP FOR EVENT About The Hennessy 6 Bringing its unique jazz […]
Museum Free Days are offered the second Saturday and third Friday of each month. See what’s on view in the museum
Drop by the Agents of Care gallery between 1–4 p.m. to learn from the museum collections team about how they create and maintain a safe museum environment. Discover how changes in temperature and humidity can impact artwork and how they monitor and control for these fluctuations as seasons change. Staff will also discuss the museum’s […]
This event is sold-out. To join the waitlist, call (719) 634-5581 or email fac@coloradocollege.edu A fun-filled evening of crafting and cocktails awaits! We’ll be diving into the art of macrame, where you’ll learn to knot and weave an air plant hanger. You can create a plain white air plant hanger or a multi-colored hanger! No […]
Using inspiration from the classic book, The Secret Garden by Frances Burnett, you will learn to draw the main character Mary Lennox, build the graffiti garden with collage and paint, blend colorful art tissue with acrylic paint to make the blossoming garden, and design a keyhole peeking into the garden. A floral headpiece will be supplied for […]
This event is sold out. To join the waitlist, call (719) 634-5581. As with history in general, jazz history can be analyzed, catalogued, and debated. However, as with any art form, if we are to gain a glimpse into the true nature of jazz, we must experience it for ourselves. This interactive, participatory event brings […]
