
Makerspace
Hands-on mixed-media art-making in the museum studio, using diverse materials and techniques inspired by the collection and current exhibitions; drop-in, all-ages participation is free for members or included with admission.
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Interactive, object-focused tours of the Asheville Art Museum highlighting select works from the permanent collection and current exhibitions; led by volunteer educators or staff with rotating themes and drop-in attendance, no reservations required.
Interactive, object-focused tours of the Asheville Art Museum highlighting select works from the permanent collection and current exhibitions; led by volunteer educators or staff with rotating themes and drop-in attendance, no reservations required.
Interactive, object-focused tours of the Asheville Art Museum highlighting select works from the permanent collection and current exhibitions; led by volunteer educators or staff with rotating themes and drop-in attendance, no reservations required.

Casual café drawing session where patrons sip beverages and sketch on paper covered tables; art supplies unlocked with a Perspective Café purchase and museum admission, welcoming all skill levels for relaxed social creativity.

Casual café drawing session where patrons sip beverages and sketch on paper covered tables; art supplies unlocked with a Perspective Café purchase and museum admission, welcoming all skill levels for relaxed social creativity.
Casual café drawing session where patrons sip beverages and sketch on paper covered tables; art supplies unlocked with a Perspective Café purchase and museum admission, welcoming all skill levels for relaxed social creativity.

Hands-on after-school metalsmithing for kids creating shiny silver rings, playful mountain keychains, earrings, and secret-message pendants; guided instruction introduces basic jeweler’s techniques and imaginative design in rotating project-focused sessions.

Hands-on after-school metalsmithing for kids creating shiny silver rings, playful mountain keychains, earrings, and secret-message pendants; guided instruction introduces basic jeweler’s techniques and imaginative design in rotating project-focused sessions.
Hands-on after-school metalsmithing for kids creating shiny silver rings, playful mountain keychains, earrings, and secret-message pendants; guided instruction introduces basic jeweler’s techniques and imaginative design in rotating project-focused sessions.

Guided in-gallery tour of the Asheville Art Museum's current featured exhibition, offering close-looking, curatorial context, and discussion of key works in well-lit modern galleries for the public.

Guided in-gallery tour of the Asheville Art Museum's current featured exhibition, offering close-looking, curatorial context, and discussion of key works in well-lit modern galleries for the public.
Guided in-gallery tour of the Asheville Art Museum's current featured exhibition, offering close-looking, curatorial context, and discussion of key works in well-lit modern galleries for the public.

Casual drop-in stitch and chat where people with needles or hooks work on knitting and crochet projects in a community room; friendly social atmosphere welcomes all skill levels, though no formal instruction is provided.

Casual drop-in stitch and chat where people with needles or hooks work on knitting and crochet projects in a community room; friendly social atmosphere welcomes all skill levels, though no formal instruction is provided.
Casual drop-in stitch and chat where people with needles or hooks work on knitting and crochet projects in a community room; friendly social atmosphere welcomes all skill levels, though no formal instruction is provided.
Meditative slow-looking sessions in a quiet gallery encourage attentive, guided close examination of artworks to foster relaxation and social connection; led by a volunteer educator at Asheville Art Museum.
Meditative slow-looking sessions in a quiet gallery encourage attentive, guided close examination of artworks to foster relaxation and social connection; led by a volunteer educator at Asheville Art Museum.
Meditative slow-looking sessions in a quiet gallery encourage attentive, guided close examination of artworks to foster relaxation and social connection; led by a volunteer educator at Asheville Art Museum.
Jewelry-making workshop at Torched AVL, featuring a brass-and-copper mountain pendant with a silver moon and hands-on bench skills—sawing, filing, sanding, riveting, stamping, texturing, and torch work; all materials provided. Open to ages 9 and up and welcomes all skill levels.
Jewelry-making workshop at Torched AVL, featuring a brass-and-copper mountain pendant with a silver moon and hands-on bench skills—sawing, filing, sanding, riveting, stamping, texturing, and torch work; all materials provided. Open to ages 9 and up and welcomes all skill levels.
Jewelry-making workshop at Torched AVL, featuring a brass-and-copper mountain pendant with a silver moon and hands-on bench skills—sawing, filing, sanding, riveting, stamping, texturing, and torch work; all materials provided. Open to ages 9 and up and welcomes all skill levels.

Hammering, soldering, sawing, and polishing to craft rings, pendants, and small metal treasures in a light-filled studio. Supportive instructors guide beginners through design, fabrication, and finishing techniques in a relaxed, collaborative grown-up camp atmosphere.

Hammering, soldering, sawing, and polishing to craft rings, pendants, and small metal treasures in a light-filled studio. Supportive instructors guide beginners through design, fabrication, and finishing techniques in a relaxed, collaborative grown-up camp atmosphere.
Hammering, soldering, sawing, and polishing to craft rings, pendants, and small metal treasures in a light-filled studio. Supportive instructors guide beginners through design, fabrication, and finishing techniques in a relaxed, collaborative grown-up camp atmosphere.

Guided evening gallery tour exploring the museum's current featured exhibition, highlighting key works and historical context while encouraging questions and close-looking in a relaxed small group format.

Guided evening gallery tour exploring the museum's current featured exhibition, highlighting key works and historical context while encouraging questions and close-looking in a relaxed small group format.
Guided evening gallery tour exploring the museum's current featured exhibition, highlighting key works and historical context while encouraging questions and close-looking in a relaxed small group format.
Hands on tours of lending power drills, circular saws, and community repair stations; meet volunteers, learn membership and volunteer roles, and discover ways to borrow tools and support the maker run nonprofit.
Hands on tours of lending power drills, circular saws, and community repair stations; meet volunteers, learn membership and volunteer roles, and discover ways to borrow tools and support the maker run nonprofit.
Hands on tours of lending power drills, circular saws, and community repair stations; meet volunteers, learn membership and volunteer roles, and discover ways to borrow tools and support the maker run nonprofit.

Slow, contemplative art sessions blending guided creative prompts with quiet reflection to restore spirit and calm the mind; virtual studio mornings on 2nd and 4th Sundays for beginners and experienced makers.

Slow, contemplative art sessions blending guided creative prompts with quiet reflection to restore spirit and calm the mind; virtual studio mornings on 2nd and 4th Sundays for beginners and experienced makers.
Slow, contemplative art sessions blending guided creative prompts with quiet reflection to restore spirit and calm the mind; virtual studio mornings on 2nd and 4th Sundays for beginners and experienced makers.
Hands on mixed media workshop exploring collage, acrylic washes, and found materials assemblage in a relaxed studio atmosphere; beginner friendly, social, and focused on playful material experimentation and creative skill building.
Hands on mixed media workshop exploring collage, acrylic washes, and found materials assemblage in a relaxed studio atmosphere; beginner friendly, social, and focused on playful material experimentation and creative skill building.
Hands on mixed media workshop exploring collage, acrylic washes, and found materials assemblage in a relaxed studio atmosphere; beginner friendly, social, and focused on playful material experimentation and creative skill building.

Bold, materially rich works by contemporary women artists rooted in the Pacific Northwest, highlighting craft-based techniques in painting, sculpture and mixed media; on view at Asheville Art Museum through May 17, 2026.

Bold, materially rich works by contemporary women artists rooted in the Pacific Northwest, highlighting craft-based techniques in painting, sculpture and mixed media; on view at Asheville Art Museum through May 17, 2026.
Bold, materially rich works by contemporary women artists rooted in the Pacific Northwest, highlighting craft-based techniques in painting, sculpture and mixed media; on view at Asheville Art Museum through May 17, 2026.

Beginner friendly hands on fabric painting workshop at Trackside Studios, focusing on foundational brushwork and color mixing techniques for decorating textiles and wearable items.

Beginner friendly hands on fabric painting workshop at Trackside Studios, focusing on foundational brushwork and color mixing techniques for decorating textiles and wearable items.
Beginner friendly hands on fabric painting workshop at Trackside Studios, focusing on foundational brushwork and color mixing techniques for decorating textiles and wearable items.

Laid-back improv exercises focusing on creativity, play, and confidence-building through short improv games and ensemble exercises; no-performance pressure, beginners welcome, free to attend with RSVP recommended and stairs at the entrance.

Laid-back improv exercises focusing on creativity, play, and confidence-building through short improv games and ensemble exercises; no-performance pressure, beginners welcome, free to attend with RSVP recommended and stairs at the entrance.
Laid-back improv exercises focusing on creativity, play, and confidence-building through short improv games and ensemble exercises; no-performance pressure, beginners welcome, free to attend with RSVP recommended and stairs at the entrance.

Hand thrown and sculptural ceramic vessels tracing a 45 year local clay studio legacy, highlighting studio pottery techniques and regional WNC makers; gallery open Wed–Sun through April 26, 2026.

Hand thrown and sculptural ceramic vessels tracing a 45 year local clay studio legacy, highlighting studio pottery techniques and regional WNC makers; gallery open Wed–Sun through April 26, 2026.
Hand thrown and sculptural ceramic vessels tracing a 45 year local clay studio legacy, highlighting studio pottery techniques and regional WNC makers; gallery open Wed–Sun through April 26, 2026.

Hands on collage sessions using cut out images, scissors, glue, and 5x8 cards to create a personalized SoulCollage® deck; participants journal, share in a small group, and consult cards for personal guidance.

Hands on collage sessions using cut out images, scissors, glue, and 5x8 cards to create a personalized SoulCollage® deck; participants journal, share in a small group, and consult cards for personal guidance.
Hands on collage sessions using cut out images, scissors, glue, and 5x8 cards to create a personalized SoulCollage® deck; participants journal, share in a small group, and consult cards for personal guidance.