Bend, wrap, twist and form wire to create wearable art. Use pliers, files and mandrels to shape and smooth your creation.
This activity is recommended for visitors ages 6 and up.
Made possible with generous support from Arconic Foundation.
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MakeLab: Wire Wearables
Bend, wrap, twist and form wire to create wearable art. Use pliers, files and mandrels to shape and smooth your creation.
This activity is recommended for visitors ages 6 and up.
Made possible with generous support from Arconic Foundation.
MakeLab: Wire Wearables
Bend, wrap, twist and form wire to create wearable art. Use pliers, files and mandrels to shape and smooth your creation.
This activity is recommended for visitors ages 6 and up.
Made possible with generous support from Arconic Foundation.
Youth Night at MuseumLab (6th-8th graders)
We’re turning the tables on February and hosting a fun, free night focused on friendship and self love!
With games, music, snacks and lots of hands-on activities.
For 6th-8th graders (or equivalent ages) only.
Advance registration required. Register here
Made possible by generous support from Arconic Foundation.
Make Lab: Wet Enameling
Paint with liquid enamels to create a fused glass-and-metal design that can be used as a magnet or pin.
This activity is designed for visitors ages 9+.
Made possible with generous support from Arconic Foundation.
Make Lab: Wet Enameling
Paint with liquid enamels to create a fused glass-and-metal design that can be used as a magnet or pin.
This activity is designed for visitors ages 9+.
Made possible with generous support from Arconic Foundation.
Wire Trees with Amanda Tinker
Join artist Amanda Tinker for wire tree making in MakeLab. Use wire cutters and round nose pliers to bend wire into naturalistic tree forms. Learn tips and tricks to streamline the process and add your own flair.
This activity has four separate sessions, starting at 1pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm.
No registration necessary, spots are available on a first come, first served basis. During each session Amanda will demonstrate her tree making process and then provide advice and support as your create your own.
This process involves fine motor skills, extended concentration, and repetitive motion and is best suited for visitors ages 9+. Free with admission.
Made possible with generous support from Arconic Foundation.
Wire Trees with Amanda Tinker
Join artist Amanda Tinker for wire tree making in MakeLab. Use wire cutters and round nose pliers to bend wire into naturalistic tree forms. Learn tips and tricks to streamline the process and add your own flair.
This activity has four separate sessions, starting at 1pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm.
No registration necessary, spots are available on a first come, first served basis. During each session Amanda will demonstrate her tree making process and then provide advice and support as your create your own.
This process involves fine motor skills, extended concentration, and repetitive motion and is best suited for visitors ages 9+. Free with admission.
Made possible with generous support from Arconic Foundation.
MAKESHOP: Building and Sculpting with Wire
Join us in MAKESHOP as we explore creating with wire! Use different tools to bend, cut, and attach various types and colors of wire to build your own sculpture.
MAKESHOP: Building and Sculpting with Wire
Join us in MAKESHOP as we explore creating with wire! Use different tools to bend, cut, and attach various types and colors of wire to build your own sculpture.