It's the perfect opportunity for families to experience art together! New in 2o25: take advantage of a docent-led guided tour of the galleries at 2pm on the Second Sunday of the month, and for teens, an Open Studio is offered from 1pm to 4pm.

Jan. 12 – Lunar New Year: Year of the Snake In celebration of the 2025 Lunar New Year (January 29), we’ll learn about the animals of the Chinese zodiac and create art inspired by Lunar New Year traditions.

Feb. 2 – Celebrating Black History Month Let’s celebrate Black History Month by making art inspired by African American artists, past and present. PLEASE NOTE: February’s 2nd Sunday Funday will be held on the first Sunday of the month!

March 9 – Playing with Patterns Let’s celebrate National Quilting Month! Join us for quilt-inspired art-making activities led by members of the Irving Quilt Guild.

April 13– Our Beautiful Earth Celebrate Earth Month with arts & crafts activities inspired by nature’s beauty and learning about positive actions we can take to honor and protect our planet.

May 11- Masterpieces with Mom May 11 is Mother’s Day! Bring your mom, aunt, grandma or other significant person in your life and celebrate this special day by making some amazing art together!

June 8–The Wright Stuff Design some seriously astounding structures as we celebrate the birthday of the great American architect, Frank Lloyd Wright (June 8, 1867 – April 9, 1959).

July 13 – At the Beach It’s summer! Dive into seaside and beach-themed art activities!

August 10 – Print It! Learn basic printmaking techniques and create multiple designs and images on cloth and paper.

Sept. 14 – Called to Create: Exploring Folk Art & Outsider Art Inspired by the artists featured in the Arts Center’s exhibition Rooted Visions, transform found objects and ordinary materials into extraordinary works of art that tell your own story.