Events Calendar
Events are free and take place in a variety of locations and formats. The Museum is committed to accessibility for all visitors. Our efforts are ongoing. To request an accommodation for an upcoming event, please contact the Museum in advance at spencerart@ku.edu or 785.864.4710.
June 18
Activity
ART CART FOUND OBJECT FIGURES
1PM
– 4PM
Spencer Museum of Art
Create an abstract figurative sculpture with everyday objects and clay. Art Cart is a free drop-in activity station where children and grown-ups enjoy hands-on art projects together, taking inspiration from original works of art on view. Stop by anytime between 1PM and 4PM and stay as long as you like!
Sponsored By: Spencer Museum of Art
June 25
Activity
DISCOVERY DAY: OCEAN LIFE
12PM
– 2PM
The Panorama, Natural History Museum, Dyche Hall, 1345 Jayhawk Blvd
In honor of marine explorer and conservationist Jacques Cousteau, join us in celebrating ocean life with museum scientists and students, plus a few special guests! Explore museum specimens and engage in hands-on activities all about the marine ecosystem.
Sponsored By: Natural History Museum, Spencer Museum of Art
June 29
Activity
OCEANS OF ART
2PM
– 3PM
Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vermont St
Take a deep dive into marine-themed art from the Museum’s collection, then create your own magical ocean art with us at Lawrence Public Library. For ages 5–7. Register for this event through the Library.
Sponsored By: Lawrence Public Library
July 11
Activity
RAINBOW STRINGS & RECYCLED ART
2PM
– 3PM
Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vermont St
Join Sara Gillum, the creator of Rainbow Strings, a recycled art project that makes use of plastic lids to keep them out of landfills, and make your own rainbow strings to keep! We'll also explore and make art made from recycled materials. For ages 8–11. Register for this event through the Library.
Sponsored By: Lawrence Public Library
July 27
Activity
WATKINS SUMMER GAMES
11AM
– 12PM
Watkins Museum of History, 1047 Massachusetts St
The Watkins Museum of History hosts their "Summer Games" every Wednesday in June and July. Kids of all ages are invited for an hour of free games and activities. Each week's events will be inspired by a different color of the rainbow. Join Spencer Museum staff on July 27 for a fun-filled hour of art-making inspired by all colors of the rainbow!
Sponsored By: Watkins Museum of History