Ackland Art Museum
December 2019
Guided Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection
Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour of the Ackland Art Museum's collection. Free. No reservation needed.
Find out more »Guided Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection
Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour of the Ackland Art Museum's collection. Free. No reservation needed.
Find out more »Guided Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection
Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour of the Ackland Art Museum's collection. Free. No reservation needed.
Find out more »2nd Friday Art Walk: Lost and Found
2nd Friday ArtWalk Friday, December 13, 2019 5:00 - 9:00 PM | Public Celebration for the Ackland's Lost and Found : Stories for Vernacular Photographs exhibition 6:00- 8:00 PM | Come Meet the Poetry Fox! More details to be added shortly. 2nd Friday ArtWalk at the Ackland Every second Friday of the month, the Ackland participates as a venue in the Chapel Hill-Carrboro 2nd Friday ArtWalk, staying open until 9:00 PM and offering a variety of…
Find out more »Family and Friends: Holidays Around the Ackland!
Family and Friends Sunday Sunday, 15 December 2019 | 2-5 PM Free and open to the public Join us to celebrate winter holidays from around the world at the Ackland! We will explore Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, Christmas, and more through an art-filled scavenger hunt, story times, and celebration-specific crafts and games in the Museum’s galleries.
Find out more »Yoga in the Galleries
Take a break from your day and explore the world of yoga in the beautiful setting of the Ackland! The hour-long session offered most Mondays from 12:00-1:00 PM is taught by registered yoga teacher Joanne Marshall. Yoga in the Galleries provides an opportunity to practice a series of gentle yoga poses inspired by the art in the gallery. Beginners are welcome. Yoga mats are provided. Wear comfortable clothing that will allow you to stretch. COST Free for Ackland Members; $5 per session for…
Find out more »Tai Chi in the Galleries
Join us for Tai Chi in the Galleries, inspired by the renowned Asian art collections at the Ackland! Tai chi is an ancient Chinese movement practice known to reduce pain and improve your mental and physical balance and well-being. This class uses gentle Sun-style tai chi routines that are safe, easy to learn, and suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Tai Chi in the Galleries takes place most Mondays from 1:10-2:00 PM and is taught by Joanne Marshall, a certified yoga and Tai Chi for…
Find out more »Guided Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection
Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour of the Ackland Art Museum's collection. Free. No reservation needed.
Find out more »Guided Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection
Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour of the Ackland Art Museum's collection. Free. No reservation needed.
Find out more »Guided Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection
Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour of the Ackland Art Museum's collection. Free. No reservation needed.
Find out more »Museum Closed
The Ackland Art Museum will be closed to the public on Tuesday, December 24th.
Find out more »Museum Closed
The Ackland Art Museum will be closed to the public on Wednesday, December 25th.
Find out more »January 2020
Museum Closed
The Ackland Art Museum will be closed to the public on Wednesday, January 1st.
Find out more »Guided Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection
Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour of the Ackland Art Museum's collection. Free. No reservation needed.
Find out more »Guided Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection
Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour of the Ackland Art Museum's collection. Free. No reservation needed.
Find out more »Guided Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection
Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour of the Ackland Art Museum's collection. Free. No reservation needed.
Find out more »2nd Friday ArtWalk: Lost and Found
Friday, 1/10/19|Lost and Found 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Free; no registration required. More details to come shortly! 2nd Friday ArtWalk at the Ackland Every second Friday of the month, the Ackland participates as a venue in the Chapel Hill-Carrboro 2nd Friday ArtWalk, staying open until 9:00 PM and offering a variety of interactive, all-ages activities in addition to all exhibitions being open to visitors. Admission is free.
Find out more »Art Adventures – January AM Session
Designed for 6- to 9-year-olds, Art Adventures sessions provide kids with a guided view of art in the Ackland’s galleries, followed by the opportunity to create take-home treasures in an adjacent art studio using newly-learned art-making techniques. Materials are provided. Free for Members, $5 for non-members. Space is limited. RSVP
Find out more »Drawing for Tweens AM Session – January
This program invites 10- to 13-year-olds to look at selected works in the Ackland’s galleries and identify techniques that the artists used to make them. Gallery teachers demonstrate and teach participants technical skills, which they can then apply to their own artistic creations. A mix of drawing from works on display and creating one’s own original works is offered in each session. Materials are provided. Free to members | $5 per child for non-members. RSVP
Find out more »Art Adventures – January PM Session
Designed for 6- to 9-year-olds, Art Adventures sessions provide kids with a guided view of art in the Ackland’s galleries, followed by the opportunity to create take-home treasures in an adjacent art studio using newly-learned art-making techniques. Materials are provided. Free for Members, $5 for non-members. Space is limited. RSVP
Find out more »Drawing for Tweens PM Session – January
This program invites 10- to 13-year-olds to look at selected works in the Ackland’s galleries and identify techniques that the artists used to make them. Gallery teachers demonstrate and teach participants technical skills, which they can then apply to their own artistic creations. A mix of drawing from works on display and creating one’s own original works is offered in each session. Materials are provided. Free to members | $5 per child for non-members. RSVP
Find out more »Art Adventures – January Late PM Session
Designed for 6- to 9-year-olds, Art Adventures sessions provide kids with a guided view of art in the Ackland’s galleries, followed by the opportunity to create take-home treasures in an adjacent art studio using newly-learned art-making techniques. Materials are provided. Free for Members, $5 for non-members. Space is limited. RSVP
Find out more »Yoga in the Galleries – January 2020
Take a break from your day and explore the world of yoga in the beautiful setting of the Ackland! The hour-long session offered most Mondays from 12:00-1:00 PM is taught by registered yoga teacher Joanne Marshall. Yoga in the Galleries provides an opportunity to practice a series of gentle yoga poses inspired by the art in the gallery. Beginners are welcome. Yoga mats are provided. Wear comfortable clothing that will allow you to stretch. COST Free for Ackland Members; $5 per session for…
Find out more »Tai Chi in the Galleries – Jan. 2020
Join us for Tai Chi in the Galleries, inspired by the renowned Asian art collections at the Ackland! Tai chi is an ancient Chinese movement practice known to reduce pain and improve your mental and physical balance and well-being. This class uses gentle Sun-style tai chi routines that are safe, easy to learn, and suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Tai Chi in the Galleries takes place most Mondays from 1:10-2:00 PM and is taught by Joanne Marshall, a certified yoga and Tai Chi for…
Find out more »Guided Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection
Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour of the Ackland Art Museum's collection. Free. No reservation needed.
Find out more »Guided Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection
Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour of the Ackland Art Museum's collection. Free. No reservation needed.
Find out more »Guided Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection
Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour of the Ackland Art Museum's collection. Free. No reservation needed.
Find out more »Guided Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection
Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour of the Ackland Art Museum's collection. Free. No reservation needed.
Find out more »Guided Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection
Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour of the Ackland Art Museum's collection. Free. No reservation needed.
Find out more »Guided Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection
Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour of the Ackland Art Museum's collection. Free. No reservation needed.
Find out more »Yoga in the Galleries – January 2020
Take a break from your day and explore the world of yoga in the beautiful setting of the Ackland! The hour-long session offered most Mondays from 12:00-1:00 PM is taught by registered yoga teacher Joanne Marshall. Yoga in the Galleries provides an opportunity to practice a series of gentle yoga poses inspired by the art in the gallery. Beginners are welcome. Yoga mats are provided. Wear comfortable clothing that will allow you to stretch. COST Free for Ackland Members; $5 per session for…
Find out more »Tai Chi in the Galleries – Jan. 2020
Join us for Tai Chi in the Galleries, inspired by the renowned Asian art collections at the Ackland! Tai chi is an ancient Chinese movement practice known to reduce pain and improve your mental and physical balance and well-being. This class uses gentle Sun-style tai chi routines that are safe, easy to learn, and suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Tai Chi in the Galleries takes place most Mondays from 1:10-2:00 PM and is taught by Joanne Marshall, a certified yoga and Tai Chi for…
Find out more »Guided Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection
Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour of the Ackland Art Museum's collection. Free. No reservation needed.
Find out more »Guided Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection
Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour of the Ackland Art Museum's collection. Free. No reservation needed.
Find out more »Guided Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection
Tour: Explore the Ackland’s Collection Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour of the Ackland Art Museum's collection. Free. No reservation needed.
Find out more »February 2020
Art Adventures- February AM Session
Designed for 6- to 9-year-olds, Art Adventures sessions provide kids with a guided view of art in the Ackland’s galleries, followed by the opportunity to create take-home treasures in an adjacent art studio using newly-learned art-making techniques. Materials are provided. Free for Members, $5 for non-members. Space is limited. Registration opens in January 2020!
Find out more »Art Adventures – February PM Session
Designed for 6- to 9-year-olds, Art Adventures sessions provide kids with a guided view of art in the Ackland’s galleries, followed by the opportunity to create take-home treasures in an adjacent art studio using newly-learned art-making techniques. Materials are provided. Free for Members, $5 for non-members. Space is limited. Registration opens in January 2020!
Find out more »Drawing for Tweens AM Session – February
This program invites 10- to 13-year-olds to look at selected works in the Ackland’s galleries and identify techniques that the artists used to make them. Gallery teachers demonstrate and teach participants technical skills, which they can then apply to their own artistic creations. A mix of drawing from works on display and creating one’s own original works is offered in each session. Materials are provided. Free to members | $5 per child for non-members. Registration opens in January 2020!
Find out more »Drawing for Tweens PM Session – February
This program invites 10- to 13-year-olds to look at selected works in the Ackland’s galleries and identify techniques that the artists used to make them. Gallery teachers demonstrate and teach participants technical skills, which they can then apply to their own artistic creations. A mix of drawing from works on display and creating one’s own original works is offered in each session. Materials are provided. Free to members | $5 per child for non-members. Registration opens in January 2020!
Find out more »Art Adventures – February Late PM Session
Designed for 6- to 9-year-olds, Art Adventures sessions provide kids with a guided view of art in the Ackland’s galleries, followed by the opportunity to create take-home treasures in an adjacent art studio using newly-learned art-making techniques. Materials are provided. Free for Members, $5 for non-members. Space is limited. Registration opens in January 2020!
Find out more »March 2020
Art Adventures – March AM Session
Designed for 6- to 9-year-olds, Art Adventures sessions provide kids with a guided view of art in the Ackland’s galleries, followed by the opportunity to create take-home treasures in an adjacent art studio using newly-learned art-making techniques. Materials are provided. Free for Members, $5 for non-members. Space is limited. Registration opens in January 2020!
Find out more »Art Adventures – March PM Session
Designed for 6- to 9-year-olds, Art Adventures sessions provide kids with a guided view of art in the Ackland’s galleries, followed by the opportunity to create take-home treasures in an adjacent art studio using newly-learned art-making techniques. Materials are provided. Free for Members, $5 for non-members. Space is limited. Registration opens in January 2020!
Find out more »Drawing for Tweens AM Session – March
This program invites 10- to 13-year-olds to look at selected works in the Ackland’s galleries and identify techniques that the artists used to make them. Gallery teachers demonstrate and teach participants technical skills, which they can then apply to their own artistic creations. A mix of drawing from works on display and creating one’s own original works is offered in each session. Materials are provided. Free to members | $5 per child for non-members. Registration opens in January 2020!
Find out more »Drawing for Tweens PM Session – March
This program invites 10- to 13-year-olds to look at selected works in the Ackland’s galleries and identify techniques that the artists used to make them. Gallery teachers demonstrate and teach participants technical skills, which they can then apply to their own artistic creations. A mix of drawing from works on display and creating one’s own original works is offered in each session. Materials are provided. Free to members | $5 per child for non-members. Registration opens in January 2020!
Find out more »Art Adventures – March Late PM Session
Designed for 6- to 9-year-olds, Art Adventures sessions provide kids with a guided view of art in the Ackland’s galleries, followed by the opportunity to create take-home treasures in an adjacent art studio using newly-learned art-making techniques. Materials are provided. Free for Members, $5 for non-members. Space is limited. Registration opens in January 2020!
Find out more »April 2020
Art Adventures – April AM Session
Designed for 6- to 9-year-olds, Art Adventures sessions provide kids with a guided view of art in the Ackland’s galleries, followed by the opportunity to create take-home treasures in an adjacent art studio using newly-learned art-making techniques. Materials are provided. Free for Members, $5 for non-members. Space is limited. Registration opens in January 2020!
Find out more »Art Adventures – April PM Session
Designed for 6- to 9-year-olds, Art Adventures sessions provide kids with a guided view of art in the Ackland’s galleries, followed by the opportunity to create take-home treasures in an adjacent art studio using newly-learned art-making techniques. Materials are provided. Free for Members, $5 for non-members. Space is limited. Registration opens in January 2020!
Find out more »Drawing for Tweens AM Session – April
This program invites 10- to 13-year-olds to look at selected works in the Ackland’s galleries and identify techniques that the artists used to make them. Gallery teachers demonstrate and teach participants technical skills, which they can then apply to their own artistic creations. A mix of drawing from works on display and creating one’s own original works is offered in each session. Materials are provided. Free to members | $5 per child for non-members. Registration opens in January 2020!
Find out more »Drawing for Tweens PM Session – April
This program invites 10- to 13-year-olds to look at selected works in the Ackland’s galleries and identify techniques that the artists used to make them. Gallery teachers demonstrate and teach participants technical skills, which they can then apply to their own artistic creations. A mix of drawing from works on display and creating one’s own original works is offered in each session. Materials are provided. Free to members | $5 per child for non-members. Registration opens in January 2020!
Find out more »Art Adventures – April Late PM Session
Designed for 6- to 9-year-olds, Art Adventures sessions provide kids with a guided view of art in the Ackland’s galleries, followed by the opportunity to create take-home treasures in an adjacent art studio using newly-learned art-making techniques. Materials are provided. Free for Members, $5 for non-members. Space is limited. Registration opens in January 2020!
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