The Family Discovery Gallery is an interactive center
for children and their families. With over a dozen "hands
on" exhibits, the Family Discovery Gallery introduces and
explores the Paine's exceptional combination of architecture, gardens
and art. The Paine's gallery has three learning areas called Discover
the House, Discover Gardens, and Discover Art, as well as a central
activity area for changing projects and workshops that encourage
children to look, touch, experiment and create in new and fun ways.
The
activities in the Family Discovery Gallery are free with admission
to the Paine (free for members and Big Brothers Big Sisters participants).
Family Programs
A new schedule of fun and creative Family Programs is offered every Saturday in the Family Discovery Gallery. In coordination with local artists, community members, teachers and University of Wisconsin Oshkosh students, the Paine’s Family Programs encourage children to learn about art, architecture and horticulture in new ways.
Family Programs are
offered on Saturdays in the Family Discovery Gallery on a drop-in
basis from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. The programs are geared for children
ages 5-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No pre-registration
is required. Programs are free with admission to the Paine (free
for Paine Members and Big Brothers Big Sisters participants).
March 6, 2010
Van Gogh Vases
with Ruth Rex
Artist Vincent van Gogh is the inspiration for this painting
project. Art Teacher Ruth Rex is in the Family Discovery Gallery
to show you how to begin this project using paint and paper to
instantly create a vase for some beautiful flowers. Then drawing
stems, leaves and a variety of flowers with oil pastels and using
some blending techniques, your bouquet will bloom!
March 13, 2010
Cute As a Button(s)!
with Molly Roell
This creative project is filled with color, line and shapes.
Molly Roell will show you the basics of composing your own “button
bouquet” starting with colorful stems and leaves that twine and
turn. Then adding a merry medley of brightly colored buttons,
plant it in a tiny pot and you’ll have a sweet centerpiece to
keep or give away!
March 20, 2010
Beaten Blossoms
with Hannah Bober
Fresh cut flowers don’t last a long time. One way to keep the
memory of some pretty blooms is to take a photograph. Hannah
Bober has another way to help you remember their beauty. However,
you will have to trust her when she tells you that you will use
a hammer with delicate blossoms and end up with a lovely wall
hanging. It may sound a bit odd, but you will enjoy the process
and the results!
March 27, 2010
Floral Arranging
with Katie Scott
Just like when you want to paint a picture and sit down with
some paints, brushes and paper, a floral designer gathers supplies
when he or she wants to create a beautiful flower arrangement.
Of course they need fresh flowers in a variety of colors, a nice
container and plenty of green leaves with interesting textures.
Katie Scott will have all you need to design your own arrangement
waiting for you in the Family Discovery Gallery. It is sure to
look great on your table and smell wonderful too!
Family Discovery Gallery Sponsors
The Family Discovery Gallery and related programs are generously supported by:
Associated Bank
Baker Tilly Virchow Krause
Bemis Company
Bergstrom Corporation
Blue Door Consulting
Cartridge World - Oshkosh
Community First Credit Union
Custom Tree Surgery
Fast Signs
Fox Valley Savings Bank
Gartman Mechanical Services
Heidi A. Heath Farms
Innovative Learning Strategies
Jag Outdoor Advertising
Kingsbury
Herbert H. Kohl Charities
Phyllis L. Leach
M & I Marshall & Ilsley Bank
Mail List Processing
McClone Insurance Group
Menasha Corporation Foundation
Mountain Dog Media
Munroe Studios
Northeast Wisconsin Vision Center
OshKosh B'Gosh
Oshkosh Coil Spring
Oshkosh Corporation Foundation
Oshkosh Trophy
Rucinsky’s Painting
Sadoff Iron & Metal Company
Service Litho-Print
Stuart’s Landscaping & Garden Center
Target
Valley Graphics
Wesner Auto Body
Wisconsin Arts Board
Witzke Electric
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