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Featuring over 80 prints and original paintings, Curious by Nature: Works by Charley & Edie Harper provides a comprehensive look into the quirky, whimsical world of artists Charley and Edie Harper.
Celebrate the fragile beauty of flowers with this vibrant display of floral portraits by Shenandoah Valley artist Lynn Mocarski Maurer.
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.
This exhibition presents American and British portraits, landscapes, and furniture from the 1700s and 1800s.
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Something magical is happening at the MSV—Garden Lights!
November 16 or 19 • 10:30 a.m.–noon OR December 17 or 21 • 10:30 a.m.–noon
Kids ages 5–10 will tour the galleries to explore fiber and textile arts, learning the history of textile production, then make their own cross-stitch projects.
Thursday, November 21 • 4:30–6 p.m.
Designed for teens and adults with developmental and sensory disabilities, this session of Art Ability includes a guided walk through the exhibition Curious by Nature and an art activity.
Sunday, December 1 • 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Shop with a purpose on this special day! Visit the Museum Store to browse a selection of items for holiday gift-giving!
Tuesday, December 3 • 1–3 p.m. or 6–8 p.m.
Design and create a holiday tabletop centerpiece using greenery from the MSV gardens and holiday baubles.
November 1–22, 2024 Welcome guests this holiday season with a beautiful wreath made with fresh greenery from the MSV gardens, including boxwood, yew, and white pine.
Wednesday, December 4 • 10 a.m.–noon
Homeschool students ages 10–15 will explore handicrafts throughout the galleries, then create a holiday garland to take home.
Saturday, December 7 • 2–3:30 p.m.
Author and University of Nebraska Willa Cather scholar Andrew Jewell tells the story of Cather’s Virginia childhood in this illustrated presentation.
Sunday, December 8 • 1 or 3 p.m.
Get into the swing of the season with Big Band hits and holiday music from the Yesterday Swing Orchestra.
Tuesday, December 10 • 10 a.m.–noon or 2–4 p.m.
Enjoy tea, savory delights, desserts, and an expert-led talk about the history of candy at this popular and festive MSV holiday event.
Wednesday, December 11 • 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 holiday lights.
Thursday, December 12 • 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.
Thursday, December 12 • 4:30–6 p.m.
During this monthly gathering for students ages 13–19 who are interested in art, participants will use their creativity for some holiday crafting.
Friday, December 13 • 2-3 p.m.
Join MSV Director of Education, Mary Ladrick, for an in-depth tour of the show Curious By Nature: Works by Charley and Edie Harper before it closes!
Saturday, December 14 • 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 3–5:30 p.m.
Create a holiday wreath on a 12-inch wire frame using fresh greenery and adorn it with ribbon, baubles, and decorations.
Sunday, December 15 • 1 or 3 p.m.
Celebrate the season and tap your toes to a fun Bluegrass mix that includes original music and holiday favorites.
Wednesday, December 18 • 9–10 a.m.
Visitors ages 60 and older are invited to jumpstart their day during this special—and free—visiting hour in the galleries one hour before the Museum opens to the public.
Saturday, December 21 • 2–4 p.m. Enjoy the holiday season with Artistic Director Nadège Foofat and guest artists Julietta Curenton on flute and Michael Stepniak on viola.
Now—Saturday, December 28, 2024
Free for artists of all ages and organized by the MSV, the drawing for this year’s First Night Winchester Coloring Contest...
Sunday, December 31 • 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Celebrate First Night at the MSV with free family-friendly entertainment and activities!
Jacob Lawrence: Three 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.
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.
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