Explore architectural forms and construct your own at Winston Square Park

Use paper to create your own stepped pyramid sculpture inspired by Daniel Rich’s detailed painting of The Ziggurat building in Sacramento, a modern office structure modeled after ancient Mesopotamian temples. No art experience required, all materials provided.

Artist Daniel Rich translates photographs into paintings that explore social narratives transcribed in the built environment. His work explores changing power structures, failed utopias, and the impacts of ideological struggles and natural upheavals. Explore works by Rich and other NC-based artists in Unboxed: Art beyond the Museum, on view at NCMA Winston-Salem Downtown through August 30.

2nd Saturday

One of the museum’s longest-running programs, 2nd Saturday provides opportunities for all ages and skill levels to create memories through accessible, hands-on art-making. Each month’s art activity is inspired by current exhibitions or events. 2nd Saturday is free to attend and all materials are provided.

Embrace playful creativity under the shade of trees at Winston Square Park

Create vibrant, abstract paintings inspired by the work of exhibiting artist Kevin Calhoun. Use paint and graffiti markers to make bold and colorful works of art inspired by abstract expressionism.

Artist Kevin Calhoun paints in the tradition of abstract expressionism, creating scenes that oscillate between the primal and the cosmic. Explore works by Calhoun and other NC-based artists in Unboxed: Art beyond the Museum, on view at NCMA Winston-Salem Downtown through August 30.

2nd Saturday

One of the museum’s longest-running programs, 2nd Saturday provides opportunities for all ages and skill levels to create memories through accessible, hands-on art-making. Each month’s art activity is inspired by current exhibitions or events. All materials are provided.

An experimental art-making session using beginner-friendly printmaking techniques

The city’s new public art installation features a dandelion, described as a “symbol of invasive hope.” Reflecting on this idea, participants can layer texture, movement, and organic form to create their own prints.

2ND SATURDAY is one of the Museum’s longest-running programs, providing opportunities for family members of all ages to create fun memories through accessible, hands-on art-making. Each month’s art activity is inspired by current exhibitions or events, and all materials are provided. 2nd Saturday is open to the public and free to attend.

Image courtesy of The City of Winston-Salem

2nd Saturday is back!

2nd Saturday

One of the museum’s longest-running programs, 2nd Saturday provides opportunities for family members of all ages to create fun memories through accessible, hands-on art-making. Each month’s art activity is inspired by current exhibitions or events, and all materials are provided. 2nd Saturday is open to the public and free to attend.