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August 2021
MOSH | $8 August 8
In Celebration of MOSH’s 80th anniversary, the Museum is offering an $8 admission fee for Sunday, August 8. Come out and explore the Museum on this special occasion! $8 for Non-Members
Find out more »August Speaker Series Program: The Real Origins of Florida Tourism
John T. Foster, Jr. traces his Florida roots back to the 1880s. He went to seven different schools by the middle of seventh grade; he lived in Manhattan, Kansas; Gainesville, Florida; Naples, Florida, and four suburbs around Jacksonville before arriving at Florida State University in the 1960s with aspirations to be a historian and high school teacher. Ultimately, he obtained a bachelor’s degree in social studies and anthropology, a master’s in anthropology, and his doctoral degree in the design of…
Find out more »September 2021
MOSH AFTER DARK | Impressions of the Body: Figure Drawing Workshop
Throughout history, humans are depicted in paintings and drawings alike in various artistic styles. To create true works of art, artists need to understand the human body through line, shape and form. The valuable technique of figure drawing was perfected by Leonardo Da Vinci, a true Renaissance Man of the time! Try your own hand at sketching live model in a workshop led by local artist William McMahan. Explore how artists of the past captured the human form and end…
Find out more »October 2021
MOSH AFTER DARK | The Craft of Comedy
Did you know the art of comedy was reshaped during the Italian Renaissance in the time of Da Vinci? Learn what it takes to make people laugh with Jacksonville-based stand-up comedians Mike Freed, Jenn Weeks and Bob Lauver. Try it out for yourself by crafting a joke with your group for the comedians to act out. See who will walk away with the loudest laughs in the room. End the evening exploring the other ways the Renaissance has shaped modern…
Find out more »November 2021
MOSH AFTER DARK | Stained Glass Creations
Colored glass, colored light with Tinted Love Glass! Stained glass illuminates a wide spectrum of colors and patterns. Connect with your inner artist and tinkerer as you explore the various techniques involved in creating a stained-glass masterpiece, from design aesthetics to soldering. Spark your curiosity with artwork and inventions by a true Renaissance Man as you walk through MOSH’s traveling exhibit, The Da Vinci Machines & Robotics. Doors open at 6 p.m. Program begins at 6:30 p.m. $24 for Members |…
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MOSH AFTER DARK | Tied Up in Textiles Workshop with Knotted Vines
It’s time to get Knotty! Gather together for a knot-tying adventure with Knotted Vines! Learn the ancient artwork of macramé and create your own mini fiber art. This workshop includes all the supplies you need to produce your own keychain and tassel knot keepsake. Perfect for craft lovers and craft virgins alike! Doors open at 6 p.m. Program begins at 6:30 p.m. $24 for Members | $30 for Non-members Admission includes 2 complimentary drinks and light refreshments. This event is…
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