Hickory Museum of Art will be closed for the holidays.

Hickory Museum of Art will be closed for the holidays.

$15; $10 Members

Is your pre-teen or teen curious about drawing? On the last Monday of each month, ages 10 and up have the opportunity to learn and practice simple drawing techniques. Our Drawing Workshop offers a friendly, casual environment to inspire creativity while improving illustration skills. Bring a sketchbook and each month we will focus on a different drawing technique, subject, or theme. Sign up for one or all! Classes run from September to May.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Hickory Museum of Art will be closed for the holidays.

First Thursday of Each Month
$10; $5 Members

Join fellow journaling enthusiasts for open studio-type journaling. Gather your friends, bring your journal, and fill it with sketches, collages, inspiration, paintings, and much more. The club gathers on the first Thursday of each month from 5-7 PM in the education wing. Prompts will be given to start your own creative process. Materials will be provided.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207, or kstarnes@hickoryart.org

1st & 3rd Monday (Monthly) through May 2025 | $30; $20 Members (for Month’s classes)

Explore various media and create art inspired by gallery visits in two monthly classes designed for K-8 students, divided into three age groups. Students will explore artworks in the galleries, creating their own pieces using different techniques each month. The curriculum, aligned with N.C. Common Core standards in art, language arts, and social studies, will focus on a new art process or technique each month.

Kindergartners must be five by October 1, 2024 to participate.

Pre-registration required one week in advance of first class.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org

Moretz Boardroom
Social | 11:30 AM
Meeting | 12:00-1 PM

guildHMA is the volunteer arm of Hickory Museum of Art. Museum volunteers are invited to attend monthly meetings and volunteer as able on committees and at events. Monthly meetings are held through the year to discuss how we can work together to support the museum, to enjoy interesting art-related programs, and to fellowship.

Originally founded in 1970, guild volunteers have played a huge role in making the museum the successful organization it is today. Volunteers assist in many different departments. Opportunities include working in education, as shopHMA assistants and office volunteers, with museum fundraising events like guildHMA Gala and The Autolawn Euro Classic Car Show, and more.

If you would like to learn more about volunteering, have a passion for art, art history, or education, and want to know how to plug in, contact us at 828.327.8576, ext 201.

1st & 3rd Monday (Monthly) through May 2025 | $30; $20 Members (for Month’s classes)

Explore various media and create art inspired by gallery visits in two monthly classes designed for K-8 students, divided into three age groups. Students will explore artworks in the galleries, creating their own pieces using different techniques each month. The curriculum, aligned with N.C. Common Core standards in art, language arts, and social studies, will focus on a new art process or technique each month.

Kindergartners must be five by October 1, 2024 to participate.

Pre-registration required one week in advance of first class.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org

Mondays, January 6 & 13
$50; $40 Members

Join us for a special experience with Folk Artist Barry Huffman! Start by viewing her Life Illustrated exhibition, then head to our Education Wing, where Barry will demonstrate her unique techniques. On January 6th, we'll begin creating Barry Huffman-inspired paintings and complete them together on January 13th!

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207, or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

$20; $15 Members; Adults Free

Young children and their favorite grown-up are introduced to art, the Museum and visual literacy in this monthly artful class. Each class features a gallery visit, story or game and lots of art making. New themes each month. Fee covers both classes in the month. Classes run September through May.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 8280327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Join us in the museum galleries for a round table discussion on HMA's exhibitions and latest news in the art world. Admission is free!

$40; $30 Members

Discover inspiration in Folk Artist Barry Huffman's Life Illustrated exhibition on our 3rd floor, and bring your creativity to life with your own "spiral of life" painting.

Contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org to register.

Join Executive Director Clarissa Starnes and Exhibitions Manager Kristina Anthony for a members-only exhibition tour of Art of Profession, Barry Huffman: Life Illustrated, and Ode to the Blue Ridge

Mondays, January 6 & 13
$50; $40 Members

Join us for a special experience with Folk Artist Barry Huffman! Start by viewing her Life Illustrated exhibition, then head to our Education Wing, where Barry will demonstrate her unique techniques. On January 6th, we'll begin creating Barry Huffman-inspired paintings and complete them together on January 13th!

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207, or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

$20; $15 Members; Adults Free

Young children and their favorite grown-up are introduced to art, the Museum and visual literacy in this monthly artful class. Each class features a gallery visit, story or game and lots of art making. New themes each month. Fee covers both classes in the month. Classes run September through May.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 8280327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

$125, $100 Members

COLLAGE GARAGE is a dynamic series of hands-on workshops designed to make the art of collage fun, accessible, and inspiring for all different skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, COLLAGE GARAGE workshops offer a vibrant, inclusive environment to explore the endless possibilities of mixed-media collage.

In this playful and supportive environment, adult participants experience tremendous creative growth, learn to let go of inhibitions, embrace risk-taking, and build creative confidence. 

James Wojtowicz is a seasoned creative director, educator, and artist whose diverse career spans advertising, branding, magazine design, UI/UX and feature films. With a passion for shaping creative minds, he has developed innovative curricula and taught at top design schools. Known for his unique approach and dedication to his craft, James has inspired countless students to push creative boundaries and bring bold ideas to life.

$40; $30 Members

Announcing an exciting new series for 2025! Join us on the 3rd Thursday of each month for an exciting workshop designed for teens ages 13-17! Each session will explore a new artistic technique.

In our first workshop, participants will create their own coptic stitch sketchbook—perfect for capturing creative ideas.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

1st & 3rd Monday (Monthly) through May 2025 | $30; $20 Members (for Month’s classes)

Explore various media and create art inspired by gallery visits in two monthly classes designed for K-8 students, divided into three age groups. Students will explore artworks in the galleries, creating their own pieces using different techniques each month. The curriculum, aligned with N.C. Common Core standards in art, language arts, and social studies, will focus on a new art process or technique each month.

Kindergartners must be five by October 1, 2024 to participate.

Pre-registration required one week in advance of first class.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org

1st & 3rd Monday (Monthly) through May 2025 | $30; $20 Members (for Month’s classes)

Explore various media and create art inspired by gallery visits in two monthly classes designed for K-8 students, divided into three age groups. Students will explore artworks in the galleries, creating their own pieces using different techniques each month. The curriculum, aligned with N.C. Common Core standards in art, language arts, and social studies, will focus on a new art process or technique each month.

Kindergartners must be five by October 1, 2024 to participate.

Pre-registration required one week in advance of first class.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Join us in the museum galleries for a round table discussion on HMA's exhibitions and latest news in the art world. Admission is free!

$10; $5 Members

Wolf Kahn a German-born American painter (1927-2020) once said:

“It is very hard to be a landscape painter and surprise people”

Kahn known for his realism and color field painting worked in pastel, oil paint and printmaking and managed through the evolution of his work to surprise everyone with his unique, creative solutions to landscape painting and forge a legacy of work that is easily recognizable as his.

His personal vision of nature and man-made structures has been described as combining “pictorial landscapes and painterly abstraction”. This presentation will examine Kahn’s artistic journey and evolution as a contemporary painter and modern American representational artist.

Presenter Carl Shatley is an accomplished educator, lecturer and artist who holds a Master of Arts degree in History from Duke University and Bachelor of Arts degree in Art from Greensboro College. He also studied at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and Guilford Technical Community College.

Coe Gallery | $40; $30 Members

Join us for our monthly L.A.T.E. Night Open Studio, where you have the freedom to bring your own materials and work on your art at your own pace. (Drawing utensils only.)

Open Studio is limited to 12 participants. HMA Members will have priority registration access until the Monday before each studio night. Non-members may then register if there are available spots.

Contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org to register.

$15; $10 Members

Is your pre-teen or teen curious about drawing? On the last Monday of each month, ages 10 and up have the opportunity to learn and practice simple drawing techniques. Our Drawing Workshop offers a friendly, casual environment to inspire creativity while improving illustration skills. Bring a sketchbook and each month we will focus on a different drawing technique, subject, or theme. Sign up for one or all! Classes run from September to May.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

$25; $18 Members

Discover the art of needle felting and craft your own beautiful landscape! This enjoyable and relaxing technique offers the perfect way to unleash your creativity while learning a new skill.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

1st & 3rd Monday (Monthly) through May 2025 | $30; $20 Members (for Month’s classes)

Explore various media and create art inspired by gallery visits in two monthly classes designed for K-8 students, divided into three age groups. Students will explore artworks in the galleries, creating their own pieces using different techniques each month. The curriculum, aligned with N.C. Common Core standards in art, language arts, and social studies, will focus on a new art process or technique each month.

Kindergartners must be five by October 1, 2024 to participate.

Pre-registration required one week in advance of first class.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org

Moretz Boardroom
Social | 11:30 AM
Meeting | 12:00-1 PM

guildHMA is the volunteer arm of Hickory Museum of Art. Museum volunteers are invited to attend monthly meetings and volunteer as able on committees and at events. Monthly meetings are held through the year to discuss how we can work together to support the museum, to enjoy interesting art-related programs, and to fellowship.

Originally founded in 1970, guild volunteers have played a huge role in making the museum the successful organization it is today. Volunteers assist in many different departments. Opportunities include working in education, as shopHMA assistants and office volunteers, with museum fundraising events like guildHMA Gala and The Autolawn Euro Classic Car Show, and more.

If you would like to learn more about volunteering, have a passion for art, art history, or education, and want to know how to plug in, contact us at 828.327.8576, ext 201.

1st & 3rd Monday (Monthly) through May 2025 | $30; $20 Members (for Month’s classes)

Explore various media and create art inspired by gallery visits in two monthly classes designed for K-8 students, divided into three age groups. Students will explore artworks in the galleries, creating their own pieces using different techniques each month. The curriculum, aligned with N.C. Common Core standards in art, language arts, and social studies, will focus on a new art process or technique each month.

Kindergartners must be five by October 1, 2024 to participate.

Pre-registration required one week in advance of first class.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org

$20; $15

Get creative and craft personalized cards for family, teachers, friends, or anyone special! Use a variety of materials to design unique and heartfelt cards perfect for any occasion.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

First Thursday of Each Month
$10; $5 Members

Join fellow journaling enthusiasts for open studio-type journaling. Gather your friends, bring your journal, and fill it with sketches, collages, inspiration, paintings, and much more. The club gathers on the first Thursday of each month from 5-7 PM in the education wing. Prompts will be given to start your own creative process. Materials will be provided.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207, or kstarnes@hickoryart.org

Join us for guildHMA’s Annual Black-Tie Gala as we Unmask the Night!

HMA’s guildHMA Gala is hands down the biggest and best party of the year and this year, the evening will be filled with mystery and fun surprises. Join us on Saturday, February 8, 2025, for an evening filled with music, dancing, food, open bar, and don’t forget that masks are optional accessories to your black-tie apparel.

Dress: Black Tie
Tickets: $150

HMA members have exclusive access to purchase tickets from Friday, November 29, 2024, through January 14, 2025. Remaining tickets will be available to non-members beginning January 15, 2025, on a first-come, first-served basis.

*Please note that all ticket sales are final and non-refundable. The 2025 guildHMA Gala is a premier fundraising event supporting Hickory Museum of Art's exhibitions and programming.

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable evening of music, dancing, food, and fun surprises!

$20; $15 Members; Adults Free

Young children and their favorite grown-up are introduced to art, the Museum and visual literacy in this monthly artful class. Each class features a gallery visit, story or game and lots of art making. New themes each month. Fee covers both classes in the month. Classes run September through May.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 8280327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Join us in the museum galleries for a round table discussion on HMA's exhibitions and latest news in the art world. Admission is free!

1st & 3rd Monday (Monthly) through May 2025 | $30; $20 Members (for Month’s classes)

Explore various media and create art inspired by gallery visits in two monthly classes designed for K-8 students, divided into three age groups. Students will explore artworks in the galleries, creating their own pieces using different techniques each month. The curriculum, aligned with N.C. Common Core standards in art, language arts, and social studies, will focus on a new art process or technique each month.

Kindergartners must be five by October 1, 2024 to participate.

Pre-registration required one week in advance of first class.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org

1st & 3rd Monday (Monthly) through May 2025 | $30; $20 Members (for Month’s classes)

Explore various media and create art inspired by gallery visits in two monthly classes designed for K-8 students, divided into three age groups. Students will explore artworks in the galleries, creating their own pieces using different techniques each month. The curriculum, aligned with N.C. Common Core standards in art, language arts, and social studies, will focus on a new art process or technique each month.

Kindergartners must be five by October 1, 2024 to participate.

Pre-registration required one week in advance of first class.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org

$20; $15 Members; Adults Free

Young children and their favorite grown-up are introduced to art, the Museum and visual literacy in this monthly artful class. Each class features a gallery visit, story or game and lots of art making. New themes each month. Fee covers both classes in the month. Classes run September through May.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 8280327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

$40; $30 Members

Dive into the Art of Printmaking! Join us for an engaging session where you'll explore the dynamic world of printmaking and unleash your creativity. Discover various techniques and create multiple unique prints to take home. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned art enthusiasts, this workshop promises hands-on fun and artistic exploration!

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Admission is Free!

Ethics is the cornerstone of a just and harmonious society. It guides our decisions, shapes our character, and influences our interactions with others. By understanding and practicing ethical principles, we become better equipped to navigate the complexities of our world with integrity and compassion. Film is a powerful medium that transcends boundaries, evoking emotions and provoking thought. Through compelling narratives and relatable characters, films can illustrate ethical concepts in ways that are both engaging and impactful. They allow us to experience diverse perspectives and reflect on our own values and choices.

In addition to University Christian High School students, members of the community are invited to participate in a film series sponsored by University Christian High School and Hickory Museum of Art.

Colin Barrett will lead a discussion of the film and its impact on the viewer following the movie.

Education Wing | $40; $30 Members

Join us for our monthly L.A.T.E. Night Open Studio, where you have the freedom to bring your own materials and work on your art at your own pace. Choose from two still-life scenarios to inspire your creativity. All materials and skill levels are welcome.

Open Studio is limited to 12 participants. HMA Members will have priority registration access until the Monday before each studio night. Non-members may then register if there are available spots.

Contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org to register.

$15; $10 Members

Is your pre-teen or teen curious about drawing? On the last Monday of each month, ages 10 and up have the opportunity to learn and practice simple drawing techniques. Our Drawing Workshop offers a friendly, casual environment to inspire creativity while improving illustration skills. Bring a sketchbook and each month we will focus on a different drawing technique, subject, or theme. Sign up for one or all! Classes run from September to May.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Join us in the museum galleries for a round table discussion on HMA's exhibitions and latest news in the art world. Admission is free!

1st & 3rd Monday (Monthly) through May 2025 | $30; $20 Members (for Month’s classes)

Explore various media and create art inspired by gallery visits in two monthly classes designed for K-8 students, divided into three age groups. Students will explore artworks in the galleries, creating their own pieces using different techniques each month. The curriculum, aligned with N.C. Common Core standards in art, language arts, and social studies, will focus on a new art process or technique each month.

Kindergartners must be five by October 1, 2024 to participate.

Pre-registration required one week in advance of first class.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org

Moretz Boardroom
Social | 11:30 AM
Meeting | 12:00-1 PM

guildHMA is the volunteer arm of Hickory Museum of Art. Museum volunteers are invited to attend monthly meetings and volunteer as able on committees and at events. Monthly meetings are held through the year to discuss how we can work together to support the museum, to enjoy interesting art-related programs, and to fellowship.

Originally founded in 1970, guild volunteers have played a huge role in making the museum the successful organization it is today. Volunteers assist in many different departments. Opportunities include working in education, as shopHMA assistants and office volunteers, with museum fundraising events like guildHMA Gala and The Autolawn Euro Classic Car Show, and more.

If you would like to learn more about volunteering, have a passion for art, art history, or education, and want to know how to plug in, contact us at 828.327.8576, ext 201.

1st & 3rd Monday (Monthly) through May 2025 | $30; $20 Members (for Month’s classes)

Explore various media and create art inspired by gallery visits in two monthly classes designed for K-8 students, divided into three age groups. Students will explore artworks in the galleries, creating their own pieces using different techniques each month. The curriculum, aligned with N.C. Common Core standards in art, language arts, and social studies, will focus on a new art process or technique each month.

Kindergartners must be five by October 1, 2024 to participate.

Pre-registration required one week in advance of first class.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

$50; $40 Members (Includes both sessions.)

Discover new techniques each month in our Teen Workshops for ages 13-17! In March, we're diving into ceramics with two sessions. In the first class, you'll learn building techniques, and in the second, we'll complete your pieces with glazing and firing in the kiln.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207, or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

First Thursday of Each Month
$10; $5 Members

Join fellow journaling enthusiasts for open studio-type journaling. Gather your friends, bring your journal, and fill it with sketches, collages, inspiration, paintings, and much more. The club gathers on the first Thursday of each month from 5-7 PM in the education wing. Prompts will be given to start your own creative process. Materials will be provided.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207, or kstarnes@hickoryart.org

$20; $15 Members

Did you know 4-leaf clovers bring good luck, and there's gold at the end of a rainbow? Join us for a fun and colorful art session where we’ll explore color theory and the magic of primary colors. Learn why they’re called primary and mix them to create vibrant shades of green for your shamrock art. Then, use only red, blue, and yellow paints to craft a lucky rainbow with a pot of gold at the end!

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207, or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

$20; $15 Members; Adults Free

Young children and their favorite grown-up are introduced to art, the Museum and visual literacy in this monthly artful class. Each class features a gallery visit, story or game and lots of art making. New themes each month. Fee covers both classes in the month. Classes run September through May.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 8280327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Join us in the museum galleries for a round table discussion on HMA's exhibitions and latest news in the art world. Admission is free!

$50; $40 Members (Includes both sessions.)

Discover new techniques each month in our Teen Workshops for ages 13-17! In March, we're diving into ceramics with two sessions. In the first class, you'll learn building techniques, and in the second, we'll complete your pieces with glazing and firing in the kiln.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207, or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

1st & 3rd Monday (Monthly) through May 2025 | $30; $20 Members (for Month’s classes)

Explore various media and create art inspired by gallery visits in two monthly classes designed for K-8 students, divided into three age groups. Students will explore artworks in the galleries, creating their own pieces using different techniques each month. The curriculum, aligned with N.C. Common Core standards in art, language arts, and social studies, will focus on a new art process or technique each month.

Kindergartners must be five by October 1, 2024 to participate.

Pre-registration required one week in advance of first class.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org

1st & 3rd Monday (Monthly) through May 2025 | $30; $20 Members (for Month’s classes)

Explore various media and create art inspired by gallery visits in two monthly classes designed for K-8 students, divided into three age groups. Students will explore artworks in the galleries, creating their own pieces using different techniques each month. The curriculum, aligned with N.C. Common Core standards in art, language arts, and social studies, will focus on a new art process or technique each month.

Kindergartners must be five by October 1, 2024 to participate.

Pre-registration required one week in advance of first class.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org

$20; $15 Members; Adults Free

Young children and their favorite grown-up are introduced to art, the Museum and visual literacy in this monthly artful class. Each class features a gallery visit, story or game and lots of art making. New themes each month. Fee covers both classes in the month. Classes run September through May.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 8280327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Give Tai-Chi a try for your health and well-being! The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of today’s busy lifestyles and improve health & vitality. Rick Berry is a certified Tai Chi instructor who teaches with great clarity and patience. Improve your balance, strength and agility in the ambience of beautiful original art.

$100; $70 Members

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

The 78th Annual Paul Whitener Memorial Student Art Show will be presented digitally, offering a unique and innovative way to showcase the students' creativity. The exhibition will run from March 8 to March 23, 2025, with all submitted artwork displayed digitally. Winning pieces will receive special recognition and be featured in the Shuford Gallery.

Join us in the museum galleries for a round table discussion on HMA's exhibitions and latest news in the art world. Admission is free!

$15; $10 Members

Is your pre-teen or teen curious about drawing? On the last Monday of each month, ages 10 and up have the opportunity to learn and practice simple drawing techniques. Our Drawing Workshop offers a friendly, casual environment to inspire creativity while improving illustration skills. Bring a sketchbook and each month we will focus on a different drawing technique, subject, or theme. Sign up for one or all! Classes run from September to May.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207 or kstarnes@hickoryart.org.

Admission is Free!

Ethics is the cornerstone of a just and harmonious society. It guides our decisions, shapes our character, and influences our interactions with others. By understanding and practicing ethical principles, we become better equipped to navigate the complexities of our world with integrity and compassion. Film is a powerful medium that transcends boundaries, evoking emotions and provoking thought. Through compelling narratives and relatable characters, films can illustrate ethical concepts in ways that are both engaging and impactful. They allow us to experience diverse perspectives and reflect on our own values and choices.

In addition to University Christian High School students, members of the community are invited to participate in a film series sponsored by University Christian High School and Hickory Museum of Art.

Colin Barrett will lead a discussion of the film and its impact on the viewer following the movie.