Join Polaris Education Foundation for a free community Art & Craft Workshop inspired by the 2027 Harmony of Hearts Young Art Exhibition theme, “The Human Touch — Made by Me.” Young artists ages 6–12 of all skill levels are welcome to explore creativity, hands-on art, and personal storytelling. Each workshop Read more
Zomics: A Festival of Zines and Comics Wednesday, March 24 12-2pm Wignall Museum Gallery/Patio Zomics highlights IE and SoCal-based artists, publishers and distributors of comics, zines, and other small-press materials at Zomics! Meet and greet the artists, buy their zines and comics, and enjoy music, live screenprinting, button-making, and light refreshments. The festival is Read more
Rubber Stamp-Making Wednesday, March 3 12-2pm CAA-210 Join artist Melanie Walden to carve rubber stamps and create designs for your sketchbook. Bring your handmade book or use the paper provided.
Poetry Writing Wednesday, February 17 1230-2pm LA-100 Join writer Victoria Tulacro to create a new poem. All experience levels are welcome. Bring your marbled paper or handmade sketchbook, or use the materials provided.
Sketchbook-Making Monday, November 9 3-5pm CAC-105 Join artist Brody Albert to create a hand-stitched journal or sketchbook featuring a unique collage. Participants from the Paper Marbling workshop are encouraged to incorporate their marbled pages. Leave with a handmade book and the skills to create more at home.
24th Annual Mexican Folk Art Weekend Saturday, November 14, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday, November 15, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Free admission! Join the Maloof for this long-standing tradition kickstarted by Sam Maloof and Nick Brown. View and purchase one-of-kind works by some of Mexico’s finest artisans: Hand-crafted Read more
Prep for ZOMICS Festival Thursday, December 3 12-2pm CAA-218 Interested in exhibiting at ZOMICS: A Festival of Zines and Comics in March 2027? Join Wignall Museum and The Arts Area staff to learn how to apply, prepare your work, and create an engaging booth. Free and open to artists, authors, students, and Read more
Paper Marbling Thursday, October 22 1230-230pm CAA-218 Join artist Rebecca Ustrell for a hands-on introduction to paper marbling. Experiment with color and pattern to create unique marbled papers while learning the basic tools and techniques. Please wear clothing that can get messy; gloves and a limited number of aprons will Read more
Turn up the volume and travel back to the totally rad ’80s! WE GOT THE GO-GO’S! is a high-energy musical celebration inspired by the rise of the iconic, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame girl band The Go-Go’s — their music, their friendships, their fights, and their journey from the Read more
Wonder, Wander, & Make: September Edition Date: October 4, 2026 Time: Noon to 4 PM Cost: Free Join us on the first Sunday of October for Wonder, Wander, & Make, a free event for all ages filled with creativity, nature, and hands-on fun. Stroll through our native wildlife habitat, Read more