• Call for Art: Fire Station #4

    Art in Public

    🚨 NEW CALL FOR ART 🚨 The A2AC Art in Public Program and the Ann Arbor Fire Department invite artists and artist teams across the U.S. for submissions for site-specific public artwork at the city's new Net-zero Fire Station #4 on S. Huron Parkway in Ann Arbor, MI. The selected artist/team will create a powerful, visually engaging piece that speaks Continue Reading

  • A2AC PlayLab – A2 Symphony Orchestra’s Instrument Petting Zoo (2 Sessions)

    A2AC Gallery 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
    A2AC PlayLab

    Join a band for a day at A2AC PlayLab - A2 Symphony Orchestra's Instrument Petting Zoo! The A2 Symphony's Orchestra Petting Zoo gives kids an opportunity to get up close and personal with the instruments they see professionally played on stage. This fun and interactive session encourages curiosity, confidence, and collaboration as kids and caregivers alike explore a multitude of Continue Reading

    Free
  • Summer Open Studio: Figure Drawing (Nude)

    A2AC (Ann Arbor Art Center) 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
    Open Studio

    Join us for a figure drawing open studio, where artists of all levels can explore their creativity through live figure drawing. Whether you're looking to hone your skills or simply enjoy a relaxing session of creative expression, our drop-in events offer the perfect opportunity to practice in a supportive environment. Figure drawing drop-ins will take place on the fourth Tuesday Continue Reading

  • Summer Open Studio: Figure Drawing (Clothed)

    A2AC (Ann Arbor Art Center) 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
    Open Studio

    Join us for a figure drawing open studio, where artists of all levels can explore their creativity through live figure drawing. Whether you're looking to hone your skills or simply enjoy a relaxing session of creative expression, our drop-in events offer the perfect opportunity to practice in a supportive environment. Figure drawing drop-ins will take place on the fourth Tuesday Continue Reading

  • Block Printing Drop-In with Chelsea O’Hayer

    A2AC Gallery 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
    Drop-In Workshops

    Join us for a fun evening with A2AC instructor and local artist Chelsea O'Hayer at our Block Printing Drop-In in the A2AC Gallery. This summer, we are highlighting what makes Tree Town so special. Chelsea will be making unique block prints of Ann Arbor landmarks that you can then make into your own works of art. Print on paper, totes Continue Reading

  • Resist and Reveal Opening Reception

    Exhibition Opening

    Join us for the Opening Reception of Melissa Wilson's Resist and Reveal exhibition in the Spotlight Gallery. Resist and Reveal explores the resilience of place through copper etchings and cyanotype prints that honor the beauty of aging architecture and the histories they hold. Rooted in her connection to Detroit—where her practice began in the Cass Corridor—Melissa's work draws on saltwater Continue Reading

    Free
  • Happy Little Drop-In: Live Painting in the Style of Bob Ross

    A2AC Gallery 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
    Drop-In Workshop

    Join us for an afternoon of happy little trees and fluffy clouds! Certified Bob Ross instructor Ted Simpson will be at the Ann Arbor Art Center on Saturday, August 9th, demonstrating the art of putting dreams onto canvas! Come by the Main Gallery between 12:00pm-3:00pm to watch Simpson recreate a Bob Ross original before your eyes, talk about his process, Continue Reading

    Free
  • Fall Art Classes Open for Members

    Education Term Launches

    Fall into art with the help of the A2AC! A brand-new session of Art Classes is coming your way! Open for A2AC Members on Wednesday, August 13, at 7am. Open for ALL on Friday, August 15, at 7am.

  • A2AC Murals: Social District Wall Crawl

    Art in Public

    ✨ NUMBER OF ATTENDEES: 5-20 people ⏰ DURATION: 1 hour 🎟️ PRICE: $10 per person, Attendees must be 21 + years old  WALL CRAWL: Join us for our A2AC Murals tour, where we will guide you through downtown Ann Arbor to see and speak about many of the vibrant artworks in the urban landscape!  We’ll begin in front of the Continue Reading

    $10
  • A2AC Murals:  Family Friendly Stroll Tour

    Art in Public

    ✨ NUMBER OF ATTENDEES: 5-20 people ⏰ DURATION: 45 minutes 🎟️ PRICE: $10 per person, free for attendees 5 years old and under ABOUT THE STROLL TOUR: Join us for our A2AC Murals tour, where we will guide you through downtown Ann Arbor to see and speak about many of the vibrant artworks in the urban landscape! The tour will Continue Reading

    $10
  • Pop-Up Shop and Demo with Alexandria Daniels & Irene Mokra

    A2AC Gallery 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
    Shop Events

    Stop in for a Pop-up Shop and Demo, featuring two incredible local artists at the A2AC! As part of our Tree Town summer celebration, we’re highlighting the vibrant talents of polymer clay artist Alexandria Daniels and marbling artist Irene Mokra for a collaborative shopping experience. Alexandria Daniels will showcase her one-of-a-kind polymer clay creations and give insight into her process Continue Reading

    Free
  • Summer Open Studio: Figure Drawing (Nude)

    A2AC (Ann Arbor Art Center) 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
    Open Studio

    Join us for a figure drawing open studio, where artists of all levels can explore their creativity through live figure drawing. Whether you're looking to hone your skills or simply enjoy a relaxing session of creative expression, our drop-in events offer the perfect opportunity to practice in a supportive environment. Figure drawing drop-ins will take place on the fourth Tuesday Continue Reading