fREE foundry programs
ART START
EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM
Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the 2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.
For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.
FIRST FRIDAYS ART ACTIVITIES
FIRST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH FROM 5:00 TO 8:00 PM
On the first Friday of each month, families and visitors of all ages are invited to join the Foundry
and celebrate the arts. The FAC will be open for extended hours through 8pm for visitors
to spend time in the galleries, meet resident studio artists, engage with the community,
and enjoy a wide array of art programming, entertainment, and special events.
Family Open Studio
Invitation to Create at the Foundry provides the opportunity for families to participate in self-guided art-making, gallery exploration, and interaction with working artists. Each Saturday of the month, families can explore materials, learn new techniques, and meet other community members while enjoying creative time with their loved ones. All ages are welcome. Family Open Studio is available every Saturday, September through May. Family Studio is closed during the summer months (June, July, August)
September Invitation to Create
Saturdays in September | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free
This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by featured artist Greta Coalier. Drop in on a Saturday in September to view Greta’s wonderful work in the Main Gallery and then create your mixed media masterpiece. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.
October Invitation to Create
Saturdays in October | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free
This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by featured artist Addyson Hoey who is featured in our East Gallery this month. Drop in on a Saturday in October to view Addyson’s dynamic work and then create your own colorful collage masterpiece. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.
November Invitation to Create
Saturdays in November | 1:00 to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free
This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by featured artist Alex Rosborough Davis who is featured in our Main Gallery this month. Drop in on a Saturday in November to view Alex’s powerful sculptures and then create your own dynamic found object masterpiece. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.
December Invitation to Create - Saturday December 13th Only
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free
This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by featured local artists from 8 x 8 x 8 our Winter Juried Exhibition. Drop in on Saturday, December 13 to view this creative collection of artwork from several renowned local artists. Then, create your own inspired masterpiece using the art materials provided. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.
For groups over 8, please contact Christine Tavares for reservations at ctavares@foundryartcentre.org.
