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Wanted: New Wheels!
The Mint Museum is in need of a car or van to help with transportation and delivery services. If you have a vehicle that may fit the bill and would like to donate it to the Mint, please contact Stacy Sumner Jesso at 704/337-2012 or by e-mail. Your donated vehicle may earn you a tax deduction, and will help make a difference for the Museum!
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Curator's Tour: Masterworks from the New Orleans Museum of Art
Thursday, May 7, 2:00-2:45 p.m. at the Mint Museum of Art
Free with admission
Join Director of Fine Arts Charles Mo for a tour and discussion of this special exhibition. Space is limited and registration is requested via e-mail or 704/337-2098.
Friends of the Mint Lecture: Native American Art
Friday, May 15, 10:30 a.m. at the Mint Museum of Art
Free with admission
Dr. Dorie Reents-Budet, consulting curator of Ancient American Art, previews the exhibition Passionate Journey: The Grice Collection of Native American Art opening July 18 at the Mint Museum of Art. Coffee served at 10:00 a.m. |
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Mother's Day Pins
Looking for the perfect Mother's Day gift? Kathleen Horner has been making these beautiful flower pins for more than 12 years. Each pin is so realistic that people think they're real! Available at both shops for $22.
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Mother's Day at the Mint!
Mothers get in for free with a paid admission on Sunday, May 10! For last-minute gift ideas, stop by the Museum Shop to see our selection of Mother's Day merchandise, or make a Monet-inspired card at Family Fun Saturday!
Taste of Art Friday with Adrienne Dellinger
Friday, May 8, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. on Hearst Plaza beside the Mint Museum of Craft + Design
Free
Bring your lunch and meet your friends to see area potter Adrienne Dellinger demonstrate her craft. Learn more.
Family Fun Saturday: Monet for Mom
Saturday, May 9, 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at the Mint Museum of Art
Kids free when accompanied by a paying adult.
Paint a postcard and write a message for mom in the style of the great Impressionists. Projects are geared for all ages. Learn more.
Take a Look Tots Tuesdays: Funkadelic Flower Garden
Tuesday, May 12, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the Mint Museum of Craft + Design.
Free. Ages 2-4 years.
Our youngest art lovers and their adult companions enjoy the museum together during a drop-in, tot-friendly, art-making experience! Get fun and funky this month when you create a little flower garden sculpture! Learn more.
We Shall Remain: Documentaries and  Conversations
Tuesdays, May 12 & 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Mint Museum of Art
Free
WTVI and The Mint Museum are holding a series of community conversations to accompany We Shall Remain, a television series documenting the history of Native Americans. Pre-registration is required by calling 704/371-8840. Learn more.
Second Annual Mint Library Book Sale
Saturday, May 16, 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the Mint Museum of Art
Free
Mark your calendars for The Mint Museum Library's second annual book sale! Choose from hundreds of beautiful art books at nominal prices. All proceeds from the sale go toward the conservation of the library's special collections. The first hour of the sale (12:00 -1:00 p.m.) is for Mint members only. Cash or check, please.
Third Thursdays: Live Jazz!
Thursday, May 21, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the Mint Museum of Craft + Design.
Free
Warm up with the live jazz of the Ocie Davis Trio, light snacks and stunning craft objects during special late hours. Listen, look, mingle, snack and shop!
Last Chance! Andy Warhol and Bruce Metcalf Exhibitions Close in May
Don't miss the final days of these two exhibitions! Get a glimpse of the American West through Warhol's eyes in Andy Warhol: Cowboys and Indians, closing May 10 at the Mint Museum of Art. Love jewelry? The Miniature Worlds of Bruce Metcalf features works that serve as both sculpture and wearable brooches and closes May 17 at the Mint Museum of Craft + Design.
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Masterworks from the New Orleans Museum of Art on display through June 21 at MMA.
Face It! on display through August 9 at MMA.
Pictured: Bustier Cocktail Dress by Donatella Versace from The Art of Affluence: Haute Couture and Luxury Fashions 1947-2007.
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There's still time to sign up for summer art camps at the Mint! To pre-register, contact Karen Vidamo at 704/337-2098 or by e-mail. If you have taken a class at the Mint in the last six months, please let us know about your experience by taking our program survey!
For more information about all of our summer camp offerings, check out our camp brochure!
Basic Art Camp: Art Odyssey 
June 22-26, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the Mint Museum of Art
Tuition: $130/members and $150/non-members
Explore a variety of techniques with sculpture, printmaking, drawing and painting. For grades 4-6.
All-Day Camps
When Hippo was Hairy
July 6-10, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., at the Mint Museum of Art
Tuition: $260/members and $300/non-members
Visual art, music and dance with a focus on Africa.
Mountain Jack Tales: Tall Tales of Appalachia
July 13-17, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., at the Mint Museum of Art
Tuition: $260/members and $300/non-members
Explore folklore imagery from Southern Appalachia.
Teen Camp: Personal Voice
July 20-24, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Mint Museum of Art
Tuition: $130/members and $150/non-members
Designed to assist students in developing an understanding of the concentration necessary for AP and IB portfolios.
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 Space is limited, registrations accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. You must be a current member of The Mint Museum to participate. For more information, call Old World Travel and speak to Kathy or Kasey Price at 704/372-0340, or contact Membership Manager Pat Viser at 704/337-2011 or by e-mail. Click below for more information.
Discover the Hidden Gems of Hickory
Wednesday, May 13, departing from the Mint Museum of Art at 8:30 a.m., estimated return 6:30 p.m.
SOLD OUT! Taking names for wait list only!
Explore the Fantastic American Impressionist Trail
Monday, October 5 - Friday, October 9, 2009
HURRY, ONLY 3 SPACES LEFT! |
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