2nd & 4th THURSDAYS

Join this very special arts engagement program for seniors and their community.

In celebration of the opening of The Eternal Garden: Titanium Art by Aka Chen, join the artist Aka Chen in an enlightening conversation with Bowers’ Chief Curator, Dr. Tianlong Jiao.

Join master artist Aka Chen as he leads you through The Eternal Garden: Titanium Art by Aka Chen, sharing insights into the exquisite decorative sculptures on view. This special after-hours tour will be followed by a champagne toast and an opportunity to chat with the artist.

Experience an unforgettable musical morning with the multi-talented Julie Garnyé, a renowned singer and actress who has graced the stage with legends like Josh Groban, Carole King, and Kristin Chenoweth.

Take a nostalgic walk down memory lane with music and more presented by Larry Maurer, historian of the Timeless Melodies Foundation for Education, Inc.

Drawing inspiration from the iconic works of literature featured in Bowers' special exhibition Fantasy: Realms of Imagination, design a custom book jacket for your favorite fantasy novel – or one of your own creations.

Held every last Saturday of the month, Storytime in the Galleries includes free copies of each author’s featured book for the first 35 to RSVP and free General Admission to the galleries for the first 35 participants to arrive at each event. Reading in the galleries will be followed by a simple, fun art project that kids will love.

Discover the magic behind The Dark Crystal with original costumes, props, and concept art on display in Fantasy: Realms of Imagination.

Celebrate with Bowers Museum during our free family festivals held every first Sunday of the month in the Museum’s beautiful Key Courtyard.

For Bowers Members Only: A Book Club Experience

Join us for an exciting adventure in our December book selection, West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge.