Upcoming Special Events

First Fridays
Join us the First Friday of every month for a special program for 3-6 year olds and their families.  Museum staff lead adults and kids through exploring one of the exhibits using story, song and art making. $5 per child, those with Museum Family Membership are free.

• Each Summer Tuesday beginning June 9, from 3–4:30 p.m.
Art in Action
For children ages 10–14 years old. Each week education staff will guide youth through a different exhibit-inspired artistic endeavor. Costs, which include all materials, is $5 per student each week. Contact the Museum to reserve a spot in advance.

• Each Summer Wednesday beginning June 10, from 12-1p.m.
Mid-day Art Break & "Make"
Lunch on the Museum steps, live music and art-making project. Free admission for all and gallery tours at 12 & 12:30 p.m. Sponsored by Erie Insurance Group, 35WSEE and Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• click here to download a PDF of the music schedule

• August 21, 2009 from 7–10p.m.
Gallery Night
Public opening receptions for Eden Revisited: The Ceramic Art of Kurt Weiser and Takezasa-Do.

• August 28, 2009 from 5–7 p.m.
Nouveau
The Erie Art Museum’s party series for 20 to 40-somethings.  Event theme untitled. Sponsored by PNC Bank, Erie Times News, Bob FM, Molly Brannigans, Erie Beer

• October 9, 2009 from 7–10p.m.
Gallery Night
Public opening receptions for Edinboro University of Pennsylvania Collection, Celebration of Visual Traditions and Works by Cappy Counard.

• October 30, 2009 from 5–7 p.m.
Nouveau
The Erie Art Museum’s party series for 20 to 40-somethings.  Event theme untitled. Sponsored by PNC Bank, Erie Times News, Bob FM, Molly Brannigans, Erie Beer

• December 4, 2009 from 7–10 p.m.
Holiday Gallery Tour
Stop by the Erie Art Museum for gift certificates and original art. Held in conjunction with Downton D'Lights.