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May Free First Thursday

May Free First Thursday

5:00 pm
9:00 pm

Join us for a night out at the Museum during May's Free First Thursday, presented by TD Bank. Bring a friend, a partner, or enjoy a solo evening of food, drinks, and 110 years of art.

Admission to MAM's galleries will be free for the night. Check out current exhibitions:


Explore these galleries on your own or join one of the night's guided docent tours. Afterwards, enjoy a drink at the cash bar as well as dinner from one of the on-site food trucks.

Get to the Museum early for a chance to receive a voucher for $25 off SummerART Camps, Summer Adult Classes, And Fall Classes and Workshops for Kids, Teens, and Adults, courtesy of TD Bank.
 

Program:


DOCENT INFORMATION SESSION

5–8 p.m. | Geyer Studio

Interested in becoming a Docent at The Montclair Art Museum? Stop by Geyer Studio and hear from current Docents and learn about MAM’s Volunteer Docent program.
 

KIDS' ART ACTIVITY

5–8 p.m. | Studio C

Create a one-of-a-kind reusable / recyclable flower pot. Using paint pens and your imagination, this art project is sure to be fun! Peat pots and seeds of your choosing will be included to get your Spring flowers, herbs, and vegetables off to a good start. 
 

ART DEMO

6–8 p.m. | Studio B

Join us for a special showcase led by MAM woodcarving instructor Rick Ladd. During this event, Rick will display his remarkable collection of folk art: Whittled Whimsies. Carved chains, caged balls, fans, and jointed pliers, all whittled from a single piece of wood. Rick will be giving demonstrations on the craft and offering insights into the whittling process.

These whimsical carvings harken back to classic whittling stunts popular during the Great Depression, offering a glimpse into a bygone era. Don't miss this unique opportunity to marvel at Rick's collection, learn about the rich history of whittling, and gain insights into this unique, intricate process of woodcarving!
 

GUIDED TOUR OF MAM EXHIBITIONS

6 p.m. | Meet at Cornerstone Café

Embark on an insightful journey with knowledgeable docents exploring the highlights of our latest exhibition, spanning a century of artistic expression and diverse perspectives.


GUIDED TOUR OF MAM EXHIBITIONS

7 p.m. | Meet at Cornerstone Café

Embark on an insightful journey with knowledgeable docents exploring the highlights of our latest exhibition, spanning a century of artistic expression and diverse perspectives.


EAT & DRINK
* Cash (and credit) bar with specialty drink + mocktail
* Food trucks at MAM’s side entrance (Mozzarepas)

 

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Free First Thursdays at MAM are a once-a-month party at the Museum made possible by the generous support of TD Bank! Enjoy free general admission, activities, food trucks, a cash bar, and so much more!

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