Happy New Year from MAM!
We’re
excited to kick off another incredible year at MAM filled with
inspiring art, engaging programs, and creative opportunities
for everyone. Here’s what’s happening this week and beyond.
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Closing This
Sunday: Experience NJ’s Creative Vision
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2024 New
Jersey Arts Annual: Exploring Our Connections Closes Sunday, January 5
Celebrate the
creativity of New Jersey artists in this powerful exhibition.
Featuring works that explore themes of community and connection,
this is your final chance to experience it. Don’t miss this
showcase of innovative talent!
Become
a MAM member and
enjoy free admission to our galleries all year round.
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New Year,
New Skills—Join MAM’s Winter Art Classes
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Classes Begin the
Week of January 13
Jumpstart your
creativity this winter with a MAM art class! Whether you’re a
beginner or looking to hone your skills, we offer something for
everyone. Registration is still open—sign up today!
Become
a MAM member and
enjoy a 20% discount on registration.
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Fresh
Insights on Art & Storytelling in Museums
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New Episodes Every
Wednesday
Start the year with
fresh perspectives on art and storytelling! In this episode, Alex
Pavljuk, Digital Content Strategist at MAM, chats with his
co-worker Melissa Casale about their recent visits to museums in
Washington, DC. Tune in now to hear their insights and reflections.
Listen on
Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.
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Teen Studio: Open Studio
Saturday, January 4, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
$15 or Free with Teen Access Pass
Teens are invited to bring their creativity to
life in one of MAM’s fully-stocked art studios. Work on
personal projects with guidance from an instructor and
access to select art supplies. This is the last session of
the season —don’t miss it!
This is a drop-in program.
No advance registration.
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Sunday Studio: Block Print
Storytelling
Sunday, January 5
Sessions at 1 p.m., 2 p.m., & 3 p.m.
Inspired by the exhibition 2024 New
Jersey Arts Annual: Exploring our Connections,
families will explore block printing techniques to design
personal narrative symbols. Join us in creating meaningful
art together.
Become a MAM member
and enjoy free admission to Sunday Studio.
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Arabic Calligraphy in the
Chinese Tradition
Saturday,
January 11, 2–4 p.m.
$10
Experience
the beauty of Arabic calligraphy fused with Chinese
artistic traditions in this extraordinary demonstration.
Haji Noor Deen’s work is a celebration of cultural harmony
and artistic mastery. Save the date for this one-of-a-kind
event!
Become a MAM member
and enjoy free admission to this event.
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Experience MAM like never
before with free admission, member-only programs, and priority
access to our newest exhibitions.
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Image Credit:
Lawrence Ciarallo. Just Tell The Truth (LOOK!), 2023. Mixed
media. Courtesy of the artist.
All MAM programs are made possible in part by funds
from the New Jersey Council on the Arts, a partner agency of the
National Endowment for the Arts, and Museum members.
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