Saturday, November 2, 2024
1–4pm
Free and open to the public
The Tarble, Coles County Arts Council, and the EIU Art Education program invite you to bring the whole family for a Saturday afternoon filled with art and exploration for all ages.
Imaginative Play
1-4pm | Playspace
Recommended for children up to age 5, who must be accompanied by an adult
Our youngest visitors are invited to come gently play and read in the Tarble’s brand new space along with their caretakers.
Debbie Kidwell Memorial Workshop w/ Assistant Professor of Art Education Dr. Brad Olson
1–3pm | Education Lab
Recommended for ages 5–11
In memory of Debbie Kidwell—Coles County Arts Council, the EIU Art Education program, and the Tarble present an art workshop for elementary-aged students in the Education Lab. Art Education students will lead young creators in a project inspired by the exhibitions on view. Caretakers can drop off children aged 5–11 and participate in adult activities in other areas of the museum.
Make A Zine
1–3pm | Design Lab
Recommended for ages 12+
Visitors to the Design Lab will collaborate to create a zine about family—however they choose to define it. Stop back by between 3:30 and 4pm to take a copy of the zine home with you!
Gallery Talk w/ glyneisha
1–4pm | Main Galleries
Recommended for ages 12+
Visiting artist glyneisha will discuss her installation in An Other World and share how she incorporated objects from the Tarble’s permanent collection.
