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Drop-in Art Activities: In the News

Date
Sunday, March 3, 2013–Sunday, March 31, 2013
Time
10:00 AM–03:00 PM on Saturday, Sunday

Extra! Extra! Make art all about it! Write, wear and build newsworthy objects and inventions from the 19th Century. This March, explore the past to discover new ways of making art and communicating with the world around us. Take inspiration from the special exhibition, New Eyes on America: The Genius of Richard Caton Woodville, as we collaborate with a famous Baltimore poet and send your words across the globe!

Every Saturday and Sunday! No registration required–drop-in, make, and take a fantastic piece of art home with you!

Join museum educators as they help families create artful projects related to the collection, special exhibitions, and family programs. Check out our monthly themes and visit often to participate in a different project each weekend!

SCHEDULE OF MARCH ACTIVITIES:      
March 2nd and 3rd   – "Poe"ms
March 9th and 10th  – Gold Rush Charms
March 16th and 17th – Stamp & Send Postcards
March 23rd and 24th – Sewing Samplers
March 30th and 31st – Covered Carriages

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