Upcoming Events

November 2026

Sashiko for Beginners: Simple Stitching

Sashiko for Beginners: Simple Stitching

When: Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Where: Palmer Museum Studio Classroom, Admin and Education Wing (124 Palmer Museum of Art)
Cost: $20–$25

In this hands-on workshop, you will learn beginner sashiko, a timeless stitching technique that combines geometric beauty with practical durability.

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Colors of the Season: Watercolor Collage Cards

Colors of the Season: Watercolor Collage Cards

When: Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Where: Palmer Museum Studio Classroom, Admin and Education Wing (124 Palmer Museum of Art)
Cost: $15–$20

In this class, you will paint vibrant seasonal designs, hand-cut unique paper elements, and layer them into stunning handcrafted greeting cards.

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Arboretum Explorers Family Hike

Arboretum Explorers Family Hike

When: Friday, November 13, 2026, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Where: Arboretum Natural Areas
Cost: $0.00

Join a guided hike for kids and their grown-ups!

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Finding Yourself in Nature: A Creative Nonfiction Writing Workshop

Finding Yourself in Nature: A Creative Nonfiction Writing Workshop

When: Friday, November 13, 2026, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Where: Palmer Museum Studio Classroom, Admin and Education Wing (124 Palmer Museum of Art)
Cost: $0.00

Creative writing workshop designed for ages 13–17.

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Nature Sketching

Nature Sketching

When: Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Where: Palmer Museum Studio Classroom, Admin and Education Wing (124 Palmer Museum of Art)

Explore a variety of art materials and techniques as we connect art and nature.

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Mapping Data Date Night

Mapping Data Date Night

When: Thursday, November 19, 2026, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Where: Palmer Museum Studio Classroom, Admin and Education Wing (124 Palmer Museum of Art)
Cost: $45.00/couple

Get a little closer to your date through a creative, tactile map project that stimulates co-expressions of personal spatial data.

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Fall Centerpiece Workshop

Fall Centerpiece Workshop

When: Sunday, November 22, 2026, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Where: Palmer Museum Studio Classroom, Admin and Education Wing (124 Palmer Museum of Art)
Cost: $30–$35

Craft the perfect fall centerpiece using a pumpkin and materials harvested from the botanic gardens!

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December 2026

Nature Sketching

Nature Sketching

When: Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Where: Palmer Museum Studio Classroom, Admin and Education Wing (124 Palmer Museum of Art)

Explore a variety of art materials and techniques as we connect art and nature.

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Bird Walk

Bird Walk

When: Thursday, December 3, 2026, 8:00 am - 9:30 am
Where: Overlook Pavilion

Drop in for a morning bird walk led by an expert birder!

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Winter’s Glow Ornament Workshop

Winter’s Glow Ornament Workshop

When: Saturday, December 5, 2026, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Where: Palmer Museum Studio Classroom, Admin and Education Wing (124 Palmer Museum of Art)

Free, all-ages ornament workshop! Make an ornament for the CommuniTREE, then make an ornament for your home.

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Nature Sketching

Nature Sketching

When: Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Where: Palmer Museum Studio Classroom, Admin and Education Wing (124 Palmer Museum of Art)

Explore a variety of art materials and techniques as we connect art and nature.

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Wreath Workshop

Wreath Workshop

When: Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Where: Palmer Museum Studio Classroom, Admin and Education Wing (124 Palmer Museum of Art)
Cost: $40–$45

Discover the art of crafting a beautiful wreath from fresh greens.

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Family Wreath Workshop

Family Wreath Workshop

When: Thursday, December 10, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Where: Palmer Museum Studio Classroom, Admin and Education Wing (124 Palmer Museum of Art)
Cost: $45 per adult/child pair

Discover the art of crafting a beautiful wreath from fresh greens.

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Winter's Glow Wreath Workshop

Winter's Glow Wreath Workshop

When: Saturday, December 12, 2026, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Where: Palmer Museum Studio Classroom, Admin and Education Wing (124 Palmer Museum of Art)
Cost: $40–$45

Discover the art of crafting a beautiful wreath from fresh greens.

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Winter's Glow Wreath Workshop

Winter's Glow Wreath Workshop

When: Saturday, December 12, 2026, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: Palmer Museum Studio Classroom, Admin and Education Wing (124 Palmer Museum of Art)
Cost: $40–$45

Discover the art of crafting a beautiful wreath from fresh greens.

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Nature Sketching

Nature Sketching

When: Tuesday, December 15, 2026, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Where: Palmer Museum Studio Classroom, Admin and Education Wing (124 Palmer Museum of Art)

Explore a variety of art materials and techniques as we connect art and nature.

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January 2027

Arboretum Explorers Family Hike

Arboretum Explorers Family Hike

When: Friday, January 15, 2027, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Where: Arboretum Natural Areas
Cost: $0.00

Join a guided hike for kids and their grown-ups!

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Finding Yourself in Nature: A Creative Nonfiction Writing Workshop

Finding Yourself in Nature: A Creative Nonfiction Writing Workshop

When: Friday, January 15, 2027, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Where: Palmer Museum Studio Classroom, Admin and Education Wing (124 Palmer Museum of Art)
Cost: $0.00

Creative writing workshop designed for ages 13–17.

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February 2027

Arboretum Explorers Family Hike

Arboretum Explorers Family Hike

When: Friday, February 12, 2027, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Where: Arboretum Natural Areas
Cost: $0.00

Join a guided hike for kids and their grown-ups!

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Finding Yourself in Nature: A Creative Nonfiction Writing Workshop

Finding Yourself in Nature: A Creative Nonfiction Writing Workshop

When: Friday, February 12, 2027, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Where: Palmer Museum Studio Classroom, Admin and Education Wing (124 Palmer Museum of Art)
Cost: $0.00

Creative writing workshop designed for ages 13–17.

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March 2027

Arboretum Explorers Family Hike

Arboretum Explorers Family Hike

When: Friday, March 26, 2027, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Where: Arboretum Natural Areas
Cost: $0.00

Join a guided hike for kids and their grown-ups!

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Nature AI Detectives: An Outdoor AI Literacy Adventure

Nature AI Detectives: An Outdoor AI Literacy Adventure

When: Friday, March 26, 2027, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Where: Palmer Museum Studio Classroom, Admin and Education Wing (124 Palmer Museum of Art)
Cost: $0.00

What can nature teach us that AI cannot?

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April 2027

Arboretum Explorers Family Hike

Arboretum Explorers Family Hike

When: Friday, April 2, 2027, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Where: Arboretum Natural Areas
Cost: $0.00

Join a guided hike for kids and their grown-ups!

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Discovery Drop-In

Discovery Drop-In

When: Friday, April 2, 2027, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Where: Childhood’s Gate Children’s Garden

Drop in and discover!

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Nature AI Detectives: An Outdoor AI Literacy Adventure

Nature AI Detectives: An Outdoor AI Literacy Adventure

When: Friday, April 2, 2027, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Where: Glass House, Childhood’s Gate Children’s Garden
Cost: $0.00

What can nature teach us that AI cannot?

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May 2027

Arboretum Explorers Family Hike

Arboretum Explorers Family Hike

When: Friday, May 28, 2027, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Where: Arboretum Natural Areas
Cost: $0.00

Join a guided hike for kids and their grown-ups!

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Discovery Drop-In

Discovery Drop-In

When: Friday, May 28, 2027, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Where: Childhood’s Gate Children’s Garden

Drop in and discover!

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Nature AI Detectives: An Outdoor AI Literacy Adventure

Nature AI Detectives: An Outdoor AI Literacy Adventure

When: Friday, May 28, 2027, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Where: Glass House, Childhood’s Gate Children’s Garden
Cost: $0.00

What can nature teach us that AI cannot?

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