FAMILY NIGHT: DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS EVENT
FREE family event! Learn about and celebrate Día de los Muertos at The Grace.
BOTTLES & BRUSHES ROOFTOP CLASS*
Abilene Starry Skyline
October 20
6 pm – 8 pm
Join us on the Grace Rooftop with your favorite bottled beverage (if you choose) and get ready to paint! Bottles & Brushes is a fun 2-hour class with step-by-step painting instruction from a Grace Art Educator. No experience necessary.
*Adult Class - Registration and info: thegracemuseum.org
WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS*
October 13
6 pm – 8 pm
Learn and practice the techniques of painting with watercolors! Join us in the studio and receive instruction from a Grace Art Educator to create your own masterpiece.
*Adult Class – Registration and info: thegracemuseum.org
ARTWALK
October 13
5 pm – 8 pm
FREE ADMISSION: Explore The Grace Museum galleries and participate in a Make-n-Take art activity, perfect for families with children of all ages.
FALL WINDOW PAINTING CLASS*
October 6
6 pm – 8 pm
This class will teach you how to create your own painting on a recycled vintage window from one of our beloved, former downtown businesses (Relics). These large-scale windows are the perfect patio or front porch decoration that will make a unique hometown statement.
*Adult Class – Registration and info: thegracemuseum.org
OPEN ROAD CONCERT – REBIRTH BRASS BAND*
September 24
7 pm - 10 pm
Grace Rooftop opens at 7 pm; Concert begins at 8 pm
*Must purchase advance tickets at openroadabilene.com
BOTTLES & BRUSHES STUDIO CLASS*
September 8
6 pm – 8 pm
Join us in the Grace Studio with your favorite bottled beverage (if you choose) and get ready to paint! Bottles & Brushes is a fun 2-hour class with step-by-step painting instruction from a Grace Art Educator. No experience necessary.
*Adult Class – Registration and info: thegracemuseum.org
ACRYLIC STILL LIFE PAINTING CLASS*
September 22
6 pm – 8 pm
Join us in the Grace Studio to learn how to paint a still life with acrylic! *Adult Class - Registration and info: thegracemuseum.org
Let's celebrate the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month!
FREE Adult Event | Music by DJ Manteca | Snacks | Cash Bar
September 15 - October 15 marks the official recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month. Come dance the night away to your favorite Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, Reggaeton, and other Latin tunes at The Grace Museum!
This event coincides with The Grace Museum's Cultural Heritage Exhibitions located in the third floor History Gallery. Learn about the history of the cultural heritage celebration along with a history of Hispanics in Abilene and in Texas.
ARTWALK
September 8
5 pm – 8 pm
FREE ADMISSION: Explore The Grace Museum galleries and participate in a Make-n-Take art activity, perfect for families with children of all ages.
$50 non-members; $40 Museum Members
Learn how to integrate photos and other images into a collage with encaustic wax. By combining these beautiful and fun wax methods with images, you will create a one-of-a-kind work of art. No experience needed. Bring your favorite images printed on paper and refreshments, if desired.
*Adult Class - Register to attend: thegracemuseum.org/programs
CULTURAL HERITAGE POSTER EXHIBITION – OPENING RECEPTION
FREE public reception celebrating a new series of monthly cultural heritage poster exhibitions curated by ACU history students
Exhibition Opening Reception
Creating a Community: The State Epileptic Colony in Abilene
This event will be in-person, however a virtual “back-up” is planned. Check www.thegracemuseum.org/programs for current event details.
Free with regular museum admission.
Free with regular museum admission.
The Grace Museum presents Grace Studio: #Homemade,
Part 3: Soap and Candle Making Basics
Online month-long course in homemade art and craft projects. New classes posted weekly. Pre-registration required: www.thegracemuseum.org/adult-classes. V
The Grace Museum presents Grace Studio: #Homemade,
Part 4: Salt Dough
Make homemade clay ornaments, sculpture, gift tags and more!
Online month-long course in homemade art and craft projects. New classes posted weekly. Pre-registration required: www.thegracemuseum.org/adult-classes. V
Free with regular museum admission.
Home School Art Day*
10 am, 12:30 pm, 2 pm classes available
Pre-registration required: www.thegracemuseum.org/programs
The Grace Museum presents Grace Studio: #Homemade, Part 2: Leather (and vegan leather) Craft. Make a cord keeper and learn to make leather tassels. Online month-long course in homemade art and craft projects. New classes posted weekly. Pre-registration required: www.thegracemuseum.org/adult-classes. V
Free with regular museum admission.
Free with regular museum admission.
Home School Art Day*
10 am, 12:30 pm, 2 pm classes available
Pre-registration required: www.thegracemuseum.org/programs
Free with regular museum admission.
Free with regular museum admission.
Free with regular museum admission.
Dia de los Muertos – Virtual Family Festival
Daily virtual learning opportunities + art activities.
All museum social media channels.
GRACE ACADEMY SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION OPENS*
Online registration opens at 10 am
www.thegracemuseum.org/grace-academy
