Update: The Center is closed until further notice, in compliance with the latest COVID-19 developments
As of March 16, 2020, the Center is currently closed to the public, effective immediately. We are acting in compliance with the latest CDC guidelines and with the most recent Philadelphia Department of Health advisory. The Center will be closed for at least four weeks and will reopen per the guidance of local and federal authorities. We invite you to visit our website for updates, browse our online store, and visit our various social media platforms for special online offerings throughout this period. Thank you for your support during this time. We support all efforts aimed at keeping our community healthy and well.
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April 2020
Canceled – Object Lesson
Canceled - Object Lesson | Fri. April 3, 2020 | 7 – 7:30 pm | The Center for Art in Wood Museum Collection FREE Object Lesson is a monthly First Friday speaker series that will open wide the cases of the Center’s Museum Collection through the perspectives of individuals from the worlds of art, design, performance, community activism, education, and more, creating fresh dialogues about the Collection and its objects. The series invites the public for an up-close and personal…
Find out more »Canceled – Drink and Draw
Canceled - Drink and Draw | Wed. April 8, 2020 | 6 – 8 pm | The Center for Art in Wood Join us for Drink and Draw at the Center! Start with a little wine and meet your fellow drawing buddies then explore and draw from over 1200 objects in our Museum Collection. We provide the wine all you need to bring is your paper and drawing supplies. We welcome all levels of experience and skill for this…
Find out more »Canceled – Family Craft Table
Canceled - Family Craft Table | Sat. April 11, 2020 | 11 am – 4 pm | The Center for Art in Wood Join us for a fun-filled afternoon at the Center's monthly Family Craft table. Each month the Center will offer a free seasonal hands-on craft for all ages to enjoy. Stop in and experience the Center's Museum Collection, unique store and get creative at the Family Craft Table. Don’t miss this FREE, fun, family-friendly event at the Center.…
Find out more »Canceled – Date Night at The Center for Art in Wood
Canceled - Date Night at The Center for Art in Wood | Fri, April 17, 2020 | 6 – 8 pm Cost: $10 Members | $15 Non-Members Join us for a fun Date Night with your special someone, your mom, your best friend or anyone that you want to spend time with! The evening starts with a tour of our current exhibition, Humaira Abid: Searching for Home, followed by a crafting table for exploring color and design. Enjoy light refreshments, wine,…
Find out more »May 2020
Drink and Draw
Drink and Draw | Wed. May 20, 2020 | 6 – 8 pm | The Center for Art in Wood Please RSVP for this FREE event. Join us for Drink and Draw at the Center! Start with a little wine and meet your fellow drawing buddies then explore and draw from over 1200 objects in our Museum Collection. We provide the wine all you need to bring is your paper and drawing supplies. We welcome all levels of experience and…
Find out more »Family Craft Table
Family Craft Table | Sat. May 23, 2020 | 11 am – 4 pm | The Center for Art in Wood Join us for a fun-filled afternoon at the Center's monthly Family Craft table. Each month the Center will offer a free seasonal hands-on craft for all ages to enjoy. Stop in and experience the Center's Museum Collection, unique store and get creative at the Family Craft Table. Don’t miss this FREE, fun, family-friendly event at the Center. This event…
Find out more »June 2020
Object Lesson
Object Lesson | Ksenia Nouril, Jensen Bryan Curator at The Print Center | Fri. June 5, 2020 | 7 – 7:30 pm | The Center for Art in Wood Museum Collection FREE Object Lesson is a monthly First Friday speaker series that will open wide the cases of the Center’s Museum Collection through the perspectives of individuals from the worlds of art, design, performance, community activism, education, and more, creating fresh dialogues about the Collection and its objects. The series…
Find out more »July 2020
Rescheduled – 2019 Bob Stocksdale Award: Humaira Abid
Humaira Abid, Searching for Home, 2016-17. Photo: Adeel Ahmed. Bob Stocksdale, Snake Bowl, 1984. Photo: John Carlano Rescheduled - The 2019 Bob Stocksdale International Excellence in Wood Award: Humaira Abid | Sun, July 26, 2020 | 2 - 4 pm | Lecture in the Rotunda, Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library, New Castle County, DE Registration is required to attend. To RSVP click HERE. Join us to celebrate the fourth year of the Bob Stocksdale International Excellence in Wood Award. Supported by…
Find out more »December 2021
Object Lesson
Object Lesson | | Fri. , 2019 | 5:30 – 6 pm | The Center for Art in Wood Museum Collection FREE Object Lesson is a monthly First Friday speaker series that will open wide the cases of the Center’s Museum Collection through the perspectives of individuals from the worlds of art, design, performance, community activism, education, and more, creating fresh dialogues about the Collection and its objects. The series invites the public for an up-close and personal experience in an…
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