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On view now through March 2, 2024, the exhibition 123 – I love you offers a glimpse into the world of Julian Wood Glass Jr. and the romantic relationships that influenced his life and collection.
Contributions tells the stories of the Valley's African Americans who endured enslavement, resisted oppression, and achieved success.
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Jacob Lawrence: 3 Series of Prints features prints created by Jacob Lawrence (1917–2000)— one of the most important artists of the twentieth century—between 1983 and 2000.
Thursday, February 27 • 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Head into the galleries and behind the scenes on this virtual tour of the new exhibition "Curated Chaos: Collections Storage Unpacked."
See what’s usually behind the scenes at the MSV in Curated Chaos: Collections Storage Unpacked. With more than 25,000 objects in its care, the MSV typically displays only a small fraction of its collection, while the rest remains safely tucked away in storage—until now.
Sundays, March 2–30 • noon–6 p.m. Tuesdays, March 4–25 • 4–7 p.m. Thursdays, March 6–27 • 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Visit the MSV Makerspace in March during open studio hours to design and make a leather bookmark for the bookworms in your life.
Wednesday, March 5 • 10–11 a.m.
Take a guided walk off the beaten path to see some of the newest trail improvements, learn about native and invasive trees and shrubs, and meet MSV Trails Manager Kyle Stayer.
Wednesday, March 5 • 10 a.m.–noon
Inspired by designs and techniques found in artwork in the MSV galleries, homeschool students ages 10–15 will create original works while learning how to control watercolors.
Friday, March 7 or 14 • 2–3 p.m. Take a closer look at works by Jacob Lawrence (1917–2000) on view in the special MSV exhibition Jacob Lawrence: 3 Series of Prints during this guided gallery talk.
Tuesday, March 11 • noon–1 p.m.
This virtual program led by Kenlontae Turner–curator from the Hampton University Museum–explores the life and work of artist Jacob Lawrence.
Thursday, March 13 • 4:30–6 p.m.
Head to the galleries to see Curated Chaos during this session of Teen Art Club, a free monthly gathering for teens ages 13–19 who are interested in art.
Saturday, March 15 or Tuesday, March 18 • 10:30 a.m.–noon
Inspired by the vibrant art of Jacob Lawrence on view in the MSV, kids ages 5–10 will use a variety of paper and cutting techniques to create their own colorful collage to take home.
Thursday, March 20 • 10–11 a.m. Designed especially for individual visitors with memory loss and their care partners, this is an opportunity to socialize, enjoy history and art, and create together.
Saturday, March 22 • 10:30 a.m.–noon
Explore Winchester’s legacy of furniture making with MSV Curator of Collections Nick Powers and historic woodworker Carl Maples.
Saturday, March 29 • noon–2 p.m.
Just for MSV members, this special morning opening offers members the opportunity to see Scraposaurs before the exhibition opens to the public on April 1.
Presenting 14 towering dinosaurs and prehistoric animals made entirely from scrap metal and found objects, Scraposaurs is an outdoor exhibition that will captivate all ages.
Experience the convergence of music, artistry, and tradition in American Folk: Tintype Portraits of Appalachian Musicians, an exhibition of 12 evocative works by Shenandoah Valley visual artist Lisa Elmaleh.
Wednesday, April 2 • 9–10 a.m.
Go on an expert-led walking tour of the formal gardens that will highlight spring blooms, including flowering trees, annuals, and perennials.
Wednesdays and Thursdays, April 2–24 • 6–8 p.m.
Explore the art of pottery during this three-week, six-session program that will introduce hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques.
Saturday, April 5 • 11 a.m.–4 p.m. This event has been postponed until 2026. Experience the flavors of the Shenandoah Valley at this vibrant new outdoor event!
Saturday, April 5 • 2–4 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon concert in the drawing room of the Glen Burnie House featuring classical chamber music.
Wednesday, April 9 • 10:30–11 a.m. or 11–11:30 a.m.
During this story time in the Glen Burnie House, youth services staff from Handley Regional Library will present stories about all the things to see and do in the garden.
Thursday, April 10 • 4:30–6 p.m.
During this free monthly gathering for teens ages 13–19 who are interested in art, participants will have some crafting fun using pink and green materials in preparation for Winchester’s annual Apple Blossom Festival.
Saturday, April 12 • 10 a.m.–noon
Celebrate National Poetry Month with this engaging guided exercise in descriptive (ekphrastic) poetry inspired by the outdoor exhibition Scraposaurs.
Thursday, April 17 • 10–11 a.m. Designed especially for individual visitors with memory loss and their care partners, this is an opportunity to socialize, enjoy history and art, and create together.
Friday & Saturday, April 18 & 19 • 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Enjoy a display of prize-winning orchids, browse orchids available for purchase, and learn about growing and caring for orchids from the experts in the Lord Fairfax Orchid Society.
Tuesday, April 22 • 2–3:30 p.m.
Walk the Trails at the MSV with Certified Outdoor Mindfulness Guide Susan West Montgomery and learn techniques for relaxation and stress reduction.
Thursday, April 24 • 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Designed for teens and adults with developmental and sensory disabilities, this session of Art Ability includes a guided walk through the exhibition Scraposaurs and a hands-on art activity.
Friday, April 25 • 2–3 p.m. Explore rarely seen Dutch and Flemish paintings in the Julian Wood Glass Jr. Collection and featured in the exhibition Curated Chaos during this interactive gallery talk.
Thursday, May 8 • 6–8 p.m.
Design a charming floral arrangement in a vintage teacup—perfect for Mother’s Day!
Thursday, May 16 • 5–7 p.m. At this members-only preview, MSV members will have the first opportunity to browse and purchase plants at the annual Heritage Plant Sale.
Saturday, May 24 • 2–4 p.m.
This intimate afternoon concert in the drawing room of the Glen Burnie House celebrates the string quartet.
This exhibition presents an intimate look at Frida Kahlo, Mexico’s most prolific and well-known female artist, through the lens of her long-time friend and lover, photographer Nickolas Muray.
Give a Year of Fun!
A great gift for friends, neighbors, co-workers, or loved ones, a gift membership to the MSV will give that special someone a year full of fun!