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Upcoming Events

Oct
18
Oct 18 2026 | 1pm - Nov 1 2026 | 4pm
Memorial Union
Course Fee

Unlock your inner artist in this hands-on block printing class, where you’ll master safe carving practices and the basics of block prep to start creating your own custom prints independently!

Photo of block printing stamps.
Oct
19

Sew a Tote Bag

Arts, WHS Textile
Oct 19 2026 | 6 - 9pm
Sold Out
Memorial Union
Course Fee

Learn a few sewing basics as you craft a one-of-a-kind lined tote bag in this beginner friendly class!

Image of a tote bog holding a waterbottle.
Oct
21
Oct 21 2026 | 5:30 - 8:30pm
Memorial Union
Course Fee

Take your chainmaille to the next level by learning the intricate Byzantine weave.

Photo of crafted chainmail.
Oct
21

Intro to Lapidary

Arts, WHS Jewelry
Oct 21 2026 | 5:30 - 9pm
Sold Out
Madison Gem and Mineral Club
Course Fee

Lapidary is the art of cutting, polishing or engraving stones. See how you can take a rough rock such as an agate or jasper and turn it into a work of art suitable for incorporating into jewelry!

Photo of lapidary stones.
Oct
22
Oct 22 2026 | 6 - 8:30pm
Memorial Union
Course Fee

Join staff from Allen Centennial Garden as you learn about plant anatomy while crafting a ceramic flower that is sure to last forever!

Photo of a clay pink flower.
Oct
23
Oct 23 2026 | 12 - 4pm
Sold Out
Memorial Union
Course Fee

Ditch the store-bought decor and craft your own holiday stocking as you explore the magical world of wet felting.

Photo of three felted stockings.
Oct
24
Oct 24 2026 | 1 - 4pm
Memorial Union
Course Fee

Discover the art of wire-sculpting in this hands-on workshop designed to teach foundational wrapping, coiling, and looping techniques. Guided step by step, you will use structural wire and decorative beads to craft a unique, freestanding three-dimensional spider or octopus sculpture.

Photo of a beaded sipder.
Oct
27

Intro to Wheel Pottery

Arts, WHS Clay
Oct 27 2026 | 6 - 8:30pm
Sold Out
Memorial Union
Course Fee

Explore working with a pottery wheel and learn the basics of working with clay. Each class comes with 12.5 lbs. of clay as well as free use of the open-studios during and two weeks after the class.

Wheel pottery.
Oct
28

Intro to Lapidary

Arts, WHS Jewelry
Oct 28 2026 | 5:30 - 9pm
Sold Out
Madison Gem and Mineral Club
Course Fee

Lapidary is the art of cutting, polishing or engraving stones. See how you can take a rough rock such as an agate or jasper and turn it into a work of art suitable for incorporating into jewelry!

Photo of lapidary stones.
Oct
28

Continuing Wheel Pottery

Arts, WHS Clay
Oct 28 2026 | 6 - 8:30pm
Sold Out
Memorial Union
Course Fee

Continue to develop your pottery skills and learn how to create new forms. Each class comes with 12.5 lbs. of clay as well as free use of the open-studios during and two weeks after the class.

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