Special Events
Homeschool Wednesday Workshop: Watercolors
Wednesday, March 5 • 10 a.m.–noon
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.
Adult Program: Pull Up a Chair
Saturday, March 22 • 10:30 a.m.–noon
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.
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Members’ First Look: Scraposaurs
Saturday, March 29 • noon–2 p.m.
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.
Savor the Valley
Saturday, April 5 • 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
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!
Glen Burnie House Concert Series: Classical at the MSV
Saturday, April 5 • 2–4 p.m.
Saturday, April 5 • 2–4 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon concert in the drawing room of the Glen Burnie House featuring classical chamber music.
Adult Workshop: Poetry in the Garden
Saturday, April 12 • 10 a.m.–noon
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.
Orchid Show & Sale
Friday & Saturday, April 18 & 19 • 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
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.
Art Ability: Scraposaurs
Thursday, April 24 • 4:30–5:30 p.m.
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.
Adult Workshop: Blooming Tea Cups
Thursday, May 8 • 6–8 p.m.
Thursday, May 8 • 6–8 p.m.
Design a charming floral arrangement in a vintage teacup—perfect for Mother’s Day!
Heritage Plant Sale: MSV Member Preview
Thursday, May 16 • 5–7 p.m.
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.
Glen Burnie House Concert: Quartet Celebration
Saturday, May 24 • 2–4 p.m.
Saturday, May 24 • 2–4 p.m.
This intimate afternoon concert in the drawing room of the Glen Burnie House celebrates the string quartet.
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