Summer Art Classes Open for Members
2026-05-13 07:00 - 2026-05-15 06:59 (America/Detroit) | A2AC (Ann Arbor Art Center), 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
🎨 Brush up on summer fun with the A2AC with a Summer Art Class! ☀️

Registration opens for Members on Wednesday, May 13, at 7am, with general registration opening for all on Friday, May 15, at 7am.

Tune in to a Sneak Peek on May 11 to see what creative joys we have in store for you before registration opens.

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Summer Art Classes Open for ALL
2026-05-15 07:00 - 2026-07-06 17:00 | A2AC (Ann Arbor Art Center), 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
🎨 2026 Summer Art Classes open for registration for ALL starting May 15, at 7am! 🎨

From ceramics to drawing & painting staples, printmaking, workshops, date nights, and more, add some creativity to your Ann Arbor summer with the A2AC.

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Ladies Night Out! Selfie Frames Drop-in
2026-05-16 16:00 - 19:00 | A2AC Gallery, 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
Selfies are even better with friends! Capture a fun night out with your besties at the A2AC. Snap a great photo and decorate an awesome frame to remember the moment on May 16th from 4–7 pm. With the right crew, any night can feel extra special!

Cost: $5 per photo and frame, while supplies last

Presented as a part of Main Street Ann Arbor's

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Blame Calder (or Munari) talk and demo by ENGLAND
2026-05-16 17:00 - 18:00 | A2AC (Ann Arbor Art Center), 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
This Ann Arbor artist talk and demo from ENGLAND begins with a brief introduction to the practice and the evolution of its visual language, followed by a presentation of the latest piece, CALDER MADE ME DO IT, as a moment of trying something new and breaking free.

The talk explores the work of Alexander Calder and Bruno Munari. Calder’s work expands ideas of movement, balance, and space through mobiles, while Munari, working as an artist, designer, and educator, approaches similar elements through play, simplicity, and systems. These approaches have influenced the process behind the work.

Personal context also plays a role, shaped by becoming a parent and the introduction of visual and playful elements connected to early development in babies, including contrast cards, mobiles, and mirrors. The session concludes with a live demonstration: building a small mobile using wire and paper, based on elements from CALDER MADE ME DO IT. The process is shown step by step, from raw materials to a balanced form. Guests will leave with their own CALDER MADE ME DO IT sculpture.

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ABOUT THE ARTIST

England Likoni is a visual artist and designer based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Working across illustration, animation, and spatial installation, his practice explores storytelling through space, form, and motion. He has led creative workshops for children and adults and, in 2025, received First Place in 2D Art at the Ann Arbor State Street District Art Fair. Through Mute, The Mindfacturer, and ENGLAND, he explores different ways of thinking and making.

Summer Shop Drop
2026-06-05 08:00 - 19:00 | A2AC Shop, 117 W Liberty St, Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48104, United States
It's time for a retail refresh! Shop online or stop into the A2AC Shop on Friday, June 5, and be the first to shop our new A2AC Mediums Collection.

The A2AC Mediums Collection is a season-long celebration designed to bridge the gap between our guests and our creators.

We hope that by pulling back the curtain on the creative process, we can foster a deeper appreciation for the mediums that define our artistic community and those who admire them.

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Watercolor Art Critique with Rocco Pisto
2026-06-08 18:00 - 20:00 | A2AC (Ann Arbor Art Center), 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
Artists of all levels are welcome to receive thoughtful, constructive feedback on their watercolor work in a supportive group setting. Participants are invited to bring finished or in-progress pieces for critique by artist Rocco Pisto, whose decades of experience in watercolor and abstraction provide valuable insight. Attendees are encouraged to join the conversation, creating a collaborative environment that helps artists strengthen their technique, clarify their ideas, and grow their practice.

This event is free and open to artists of all levels working in watercolor. Space is limited, so be sure to register through the link below!

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ABOUT ROCCO

How We Hold Opening Reception
2026-06-12 18:00 - 20:00 | A2AC Gallery, 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
Join us for the Opening Reception of How We Hold in the A2AC Gallery, an exploration of relationships and the systems that hold them together from queer non-binary multidisciplinary artist Quinn Faylor, based in Detroit, Michigan.

In Partnership with O&W

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Identity Passport Opening Reception
2026-06-12 18:00 - 20:00 | A2AC (Ann Arbor Art Center), 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
Join us for the Opening Reception of Identity Passport in the A2AC Spotlight Gallery, featuring small batch zines and risograph prints exploring queer identity by artist Teddy Keeling.

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PlayLab: Exploring Color-Blocking with Quinn Faylor
2026-06-14 10:00 - 12:00 | A2AC Gallery, 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
Students aged 8–12, along with their caregivers, are invited to join our featured A2AC Gallery Artist, Quinn Faylor, for a special PlayLab designed for young, aspiring artists. In this hands-on workshop, caregivers and students will work together to cut out vibrant shapes and explore how size, color, and texture can come together in a composition. These shapes will be layered for participants to create their own dynamic scenes!

Through abstraction, explore relationships as creative endeavors, investigate themes of balance, trust, and transformation. Quinn's work is an exploration of the body’s relationship to joy and the ways we can stretch, grow, and care for one another across boundaries.

Participants of all skill levels will explore beginner-friendly artistic methods and enjoy a relaxed and creative experience. No prior experience needed—just bring your curiosity and creativity!

Attendees *must* register to attend the event.

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ABOUT PLAYLAB

This edition of PlayLab is presented in connection to Quinn's exhibition, How We Hold, on view in the A2AC Gallery from June 12 - August 26, 2026:

ABOUT QUINN & THEIR EXHIBITION

A2AC PlayLab is supported by a grant from

Artini 2026
2026-06-20 18:00 - 22:00 | MI
The A2AC is excited to welcome you back for Artini 2026, our annual Downtown Ann Arbor Cocktail Crawl fundraiser on Saturday, June 20!

A Cup of Pride Drop In
2026-07-11 12:00 - 14:30 | A2AC (Ann Arbor Art Center), 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
PRIDE CLAY WORKSHOP IN ANN ARBOR

The A2AC is proud to offer an afternoon of creativity and pride! Come explore, create, and get inspired. Drop in to this event and build community while crafting your very own cup of pride!

Join A2AC ceramics instructors and artists, Faith Nesbitt and Sarah Ward, to create a one-of-a-kind ceramic mug. Instructors Faith and Sarah will take participants step-by-step through the designing and sculpting process, demonstrating fundamental hand-building skills in the process. Each student will create 1 mug, finished in the glaze of your choice!

Please note: this project cannot be taken home on the day of, as there is an approximate 4-week processing time we need to fire the pottery in our kilns. Participants will be notified via email when their artwork is ready for pickup.

Drop In Tuition: $20 non members, $15 members

Some things to note: The class is suitable for students of all skill levels. Working with clay is messy, so students should come prepared for a mess. Aprons will be available for use. Studios feature bright overhead lighting, and music may be played throughout class.

This event is for ages 18+.Please note: the A2AC does not make exceptions to the age minimum for any reason.

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Key Takeaways

Join A2AC for an afternoon of creativity and pride by crafting a ceramic mug.

Instructors Faith Nesbitt and Sarah Ward will guide participants through the hand-building process.

Each participant will create one mug, which will need about 4 weeks for processing before pickup.

Tuition is $20 for non-members and $15 for members; the event is suitable for ages 18 and up.

Participants should come prepared for a mess, as clay work can be messy; aprons are provided.

Pride Craft Carnival
2026-08-01 12:00 - 14:30 | A2AC (Ann Arbor Art Center), 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
ANN ARBOR PRIDE CRAFT CARNIVAL

The A2AC is proud to offer an afternoon of creativity and pride during Pride Ann Arbor! Come explore, create, and get inspired. Drop-in to this event and build community while crafting in various mediums offered at the A2AC. This is a queer focused event - allies welcomed!

Looking for your next new fashion accessory? Join A2AC printmaking instructor and artist, Chloe Robberts, and create a custom block printed bandana. Everyone will enjoy the joy of printmaking using pre-carved linocut blocks. Participants will use stamps to print custom designs and patterns onto blank bandanas ro create personalized, wearable art! Each participant will create 1 bandana. Projects can be taken home the day of the event.

Have a lot on your mind? Us too, and that's okay! Join A2AC ceramics instructor and artist, Faith Nesbitt, to create a one-of-a-kind ceramic worry stone. Using handbuilding techniques and sculpting tools, participants will explore texture, pattern, and color to create their own worry stone. Each participant will create 2 worry stones. Please note: this project cannot be taken home on the day of, as there is an approximate 4-week processing time we need to fire the pottery in our kilns. Participants will be notified via email when their artwork is ready for pickup.

Only have a couple of minutes to spare? Join A2AC instructor and artist, Sarah Ward, in making your own decorative button! Express yourself, wear your colors, and feel your pride to create wearable works of art for on the go.

Block Printed Bandana: $15Ceramic Worry Stones: $15Both Projects: $25Buttons: Free!

Some things to note: The class is suitable for students of all skill levels. Working with clay and ink is messy, so students should come prepared for a mess. Aprons will be available for use. Studios feature bright overhead lighting and music may be played throughout class.

This event is for ages 7+.Please note: the A2AC does not make exceptions to the age minimum for any reason.

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ABOUT PRIDE ANN ARBOR

Catching Fireflies Opening Reception
2026-08-07 18:00 - 20:00 | A2AC (Ann Arbor Art Center), 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
Join us for the Opening Reception of DaJaniere and Gyona Rice' and Rice's Catching Fireflies: What We Held Onto exhibition in the Spotlight Gallery, on the 2nd floor of the A2AC.

Catching Fireflies explores home as an archive of memory, care, and creativity. Raised in Inkster, Michigan, the sisters grew up surrounded by family members who made, sold, stitched, cooked, repurposed, and created as a way of surviving and loving. Those everyday acts became the foundation for their artistic practices.

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Fall Art Classes Open for Members
2026-08-19 07:00 - 2026-08-21 06:59 | MI
Fall Art Classes are coming soon! Kick off your autumnal plans with the A2AC with more of what you've come to love about Art Center classes, from ceramics to date nights, family workshops, and more. Become a Member or renew today to ensure you get into the class you want, with early-bird registration opening on Wednesday, August 19, two days before it opens to the public on August 21.

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Fall Art Classes Open for All
2026-08-21 07:00 | MI
Kick off your autumnal plans with the A2AC with more of what you've come to love about Art Center classes, from ceramics to date nights, family workshops, and more.

2026 Fall Art Classes open for ALL on August 21, with A2AC Members getting early access on August 19. Become a member today to ensure you get into the class you're looking forward to.

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PlayLab: Exploring Block Printing
2026-08-22 10:00 - 23:30 | A2AC Gallery, 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
In this engaging and hands-on free art workshop for kids and caregivers in Ann Arbor, students will explore the elements of art and principles of design while completing a custom tote bag and postcard using block-printing techniques!

During this session, children and caregivers will collaborate to design their own custom tote using pre-cut stamps made by featured Spotlight Gallery artists Gyona Rice and DaJaniere Rice. Participants will be guided step-by-step through the printing process, including selecting and mixing ink colors and printing their design onto fabric and paper.

This is a free event, but as space is limited, we ask that you register to reserve your spot for a child aged 8-12 and their caregiver. This registration includes instructions for two people. Please complete only one registration per two people, in your child's name. Once spots are filled, you will be put on a waitlist. You will be automatically notified if a space becomes available.

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ABOUT PLAYLAB

PlayLab is supported by a grant from

Catching Fireflies: Quilt Collage Drop In
2026-08-22 13:00 - 16:00 | A2AC (Ann Arbor Art Center), 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
Led by artists and sisters DaJaniere and Gyona Rice, participants will create a small, improvisational, quilt-inspired collage using fabric scraps, patterned paper, and mixed-media materials. Inspired by family traditions, childhood memories, and the storytelling found in quilts, participants will piece together colors, textures, and shapes to create a unique composition that reflects a place, person, or memory that feels like home. No sewing experience is required. The focus is on creative exploration, storytelling, and finding beauty in imperfection. Each participant will leave with their own completed mini quilt collage (approximately 5x7 or 8x8 inches) mounted on cardstock or canvas panel, ready to frame or display. Along the way, participants will be encouraged to reflect on the people, traditions, and spaces that have shaped them. This is a drop-in workshop. Participants can join at any time during the scheduled event and work at their own pace. Materials will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis, but attendees are welcome to bring additional materials!

Open to all ages. Children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult. The workshop is beginner-friendly and designed for anyone interested in art, storytelling, and creative play.

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Catching Fireflies: Artist Talk
2026-08-28 19:00 - 20:30 | A2AC (Ann Arbor Art Center), 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
Join us in Spotlight Gallery and Studio 201 for an Artist Talk by Catching Fireflies artists and sisters, DaJaniere Rice and Gyona Rice, where they will walk through their artistic practice and inspiration, and highlight their favorite works.

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A2AC Creative Pours: Fall Session
2026-09-25 17:30 - 19:30 | A2AC Gallery, 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
Join us in the A2AC Gallery for A2AC Creative Pours, a guided cocktail experience with Mammoth Distilling featuring seasonal tastings, cocktail history, take-home recipes, and a creative mixed-media activity.

A2AC Creative Pours: Winter Edition
2026-12-11 17:30 - 19:30 | A2AC Gallery, 117 W Liberty, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
