april
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Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center will begin its winter operating schedule on January 2. In January, February, and March the museum stores will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday only from [...]
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Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center will begin its winter operating schedule on January 2. In January, February, and March the museum stores will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday only from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. No ticket required to shop and stroll. The Museum of American Glass and the Artist Studios are closed during these three months. The museum and the studios will reopen on April 3 when WheatonArts returns to its six-day operating schedule.
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January 1 (Monday) - April 1 (Sunday)
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April through December Join us every Saturday morning at 10:30am in the General Store at WheatonArts for Story Circle! Enjoy a reading of one of our favorite children’s books followed by “create your [...]
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April through December
Join us every Saturday morning at 10:30am in the General Store at WheatonArts for Story Circle! Enjoy a reading of one of our favorite children’s books followed by “create your own story cubes”, a hands-on art making activity. Two versions of “create your own story cubes” will be available.
Story Circle is recommended for up to 12 years of age.
There is no charge to shop, stroll, and visit Story Circle on the museum porch or lobby except during the Festival of Fine Craft, October 6 & 7, 2018. To explore the museum a general admission ticket will be required.
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(Saturday) 10:30 am - 11:30 am
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This free community event brings pet owners and their dogs on site for a day of art and fun on Sunday, April 8 from 12 p.m. [...]
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This free community event brings pet owners and their dogs on site for a day of art and fun on Sunday, April 8 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. PAWS for Art is created in partnership with the South Jersey Regional Animal Shelter.
Pet food donations are welcome & encouraged.
Highlights include:
■ WheatonBarks Dog Show – Trophies awarded in both Adult and Children’s classes in several categories. Winners of these categories each received a glass trophy created by WheatonArts Glass Studio artists. Additional trophies were stoneware pet bowls handcrafted by Erika Pugh, a WheatonArts resident associate artist.
■ Animal Rescue Groups
■ Obedience Demonstration
■ Pet Supplies, Treats, Clothing
■ Dog Activities
■ Search and Rescue Demonstrations
■ Agility Course
■ Animal Themed Glassmaking Demonstrations
■ Pet Themed Kids’ Hands-On Activities
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(Sunday) 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Paperweight Fest 2018 is presented in association with the Delaware Valley Paperweight Collectors Association. An All-in-One Experience Available Nowhere Else! At this event, [...]
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Paperweight Fest 2018 is presented in association with the Delaware Valley Paperweight Collectors Association.
An All-in-One Experience Available Nowhere Else!
At this event, registrants melt into the world of Paperweights. Meet and/or collaborate with your favorite artist, make a paperweight, add to your collection, and renew acquaintances with collectors from around the world.
Click here to learn more and to register for the event.
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26 (Thursday) - 28 (Saturday)
may
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In partnership with the Cumberland County Improvement Authority, WheatonArts presents the 12th annual Eco Fair, a FREE community day inspired by natural living. This event showcases local artists and craftspeople, as [...]
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In partnership with the Cumberland County Improvement Authority, WheatonArts presents the 12th annual Eco Fair, a FREE community day inspired by natural living. This event showcases local artists and craftspeople, as well as environmentally minded organizations, family art activities, live music, and food. Local gardening clubs, including Rutgers Master Gardeners, will have a variety of plants and herbs for sale throughout the day.
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(Saturday) 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
june
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In partnership with Mystic Realms, Ltd. ®, Fantasy Faire at WheatonArts is an annual, outdoor event featuring talented performers as they bring to life the "Kingdom of Wheaton" [...]
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In partnership with Mystic Realms, Ltd. ®, Fantasy Faire at WheatonArts is an annual, outdoor event featuring talented performers as they bring to life the “Kingdom of Wheaton” by enacting a series of interconnected shows that tell the story of the day. Strolling costumed characters, portraying historical and mythical figures, interact with each other and WheatonArts visitors throughout the campus during both days of Fantasy Faire. Visitors are welcome to come dressed in their favorite fantasy garb to enjoy retail vendors, family friendly activities, and performances throughout the day. Refreshments will be available for purchase from local food vendors. The event is included in the price of admission to WheatonArts.
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23 (Saturday) 10:00 am - 24 (Sunday) 5:00 pm
july
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An outdoor sale of select merchandise in front of our Museum Stores. Free to shop and stroll!
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13 (Friday) 10:00 am - 15 (Sunday) 5:00 pm
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The Antiques & Artists Market at WheatonArts is an indoor/outdoor event featuring the work of local artists, including WheatonArts’ resident and volunteer artists, and over 50 antique dealers [...]
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The Antiques & Artists Market at WheatonArts is an indoor/outdoor event featuring the work of local artists, including WheatonArts’ resident and volunteer artists, and over 50 antique dealers from the Tri-State area. Attendees can explore a wide selection of ceramics, glass, jewelry, memorabilia, furniture, and accessories throughout our grounds and Event Center. Local food and beverage vendors will be onsite. Discounted admission of $5.00 per person allows access to the Antiques & Artists Market, as well as the entire WheatonArts campus.
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28 (Saturday) 10:00 am - 29 (Sunday) 5:00 pm
august
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WheatonArts, in association with the Glasstown Antique Fire Brigade, presents the 38th annual Glasstown Antique Fire Brigade Muster and Firefighters Family Day. This free admission, outdoor event features [...]
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WheatonArts, in association with the Glasstown Antique Fire Brigade, presents the 38th annual Glasstown Antique Fire Brigade Muster and Firefighters Family Day. This free admission, outdoor event features over 80 antique fire trucks from the Mid-Atlantic States on display throughout our grounds. Show highlights include: a firefighter training and skills competition, a water barrel fight, a bucket brigade, and firefighting demonstrations. Visitors can also enjoy an antique fire apparatus flea market and refreshments for sale from local food vendors.
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(Sunday) 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
october
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The 20th annual Festival of Fine Craft takes place at Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center on October 6 and 7, [...]
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The 20th annual Festival of Fine Craft takes place at Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center on October 6 and 7, rain or shine. This event features the work of approximately 150 juried, contemporary and traditional artists. Throughout the WheatonArts campus, artists working in clay, fiber, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed medium, wearable art, wood, and more will display and sell their work. Attendees will also interact with demonstrating artists working in a variety of mediums, listen to live music, and enjoy refreshments from gourmet food trucks. The crowd-favorite “WheatonArts Glass Pumpkin Patch” will be displayed in the center of WheatonArts’ campus. Hands-on family art activities will be available both days from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit wheatonarts.org for more information and event updates.
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6 (Saturday) 10:00 am - 7 (Sunday) 5:00 pm
