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Seasonal artist market and free museum tours, art-making, events!
Makers’ Market and Free Community Day
Sunday, December 6
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
The holiday Makers’ Market features goods from women and gender-expansive vendors and artists. Visitors can shop for handmade jewelry, art, ceramics and vintage finds in the museum’s Great Hall. The Makers’ Market takes place during a Free Community Day, so guests can visit the galleries for further inspiration, take a tour, or make art during Open Studio.
Free. Reservations not required.
About Community Day: Visit us on the first Sunday and second Wednesday of each month for free museum admission. Take this opportunity to explore our collection and current exhibitions.
Makers’ Market: Join us for a special holiday market from 10 am to 4 pm, featuring goods from women and gender-expansive makers, artists, and small business owners. Shop handmade jewelry, art, ceramics, and vintage finds in the museum’s Great Hall.
Call to artists: If you are a vendor who would like to participate in the Makers’ Market, please complete the interest form. The form will open Friday, September 4 and close Monday, November 2. Vendors selected to participate will be notified by Friday, November 6 with next steps.
Open Studio: Join NMWA educators in the museum’s studio from 10 am to 4 pm for free, self-directed drop-in art-making activities inspired by artworks on view. Activities and inspirations change each month. Visitors of all ages are invited to participate. Children 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Collection Highlights Tour: Explore the museum’s collection during these engaging 45-minute drop-in tours at 11 am and 2 pm. These guided experiences feature six to eight works on view, highlighting the creative contributions of artists from the 16th century to today. Meet in the Great Hall.
Library and Research Center: Browse the reading room, which holds an extensive collection of books. Whether you’re an avid researcher, a student, or simply curious, our welcoming space offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration. Stop by and explore the stories, works, and legacies of women and nonbinary artists from around the globe!
Exhibitions on View
