Ready, set, glow to MCD in celebration of Neon as Soulcraft’s MakeArt Family Day! The exhibition showcases the skillful mastery of the trade and shines a light on the learning process behind the craft. Experience the illuminating magic of neon and foster your own creativity through exhibition-inspired MakeArt activations – popping up in the galleries exclusively on MakeArt Family Day.

MakeArt Family Day occurs just once an exhibition cycle – don’t miss this signature program! Plus, pick up a Dogpatch Scavenger Hunt map, explore the neighborhood, and save the date for our end-of-summer party on September 20th.

–All the Neon Lights | Glass Etching
Learn about the gasses that give neon its distinct hues while practicing the satisfying art of glass etching – bending light in the shape of exhibition-featured neon works.

–Tubing Bracelets
Glow-in-the-dark glitter and UV flashlights make for a delightful project! These glowing accessories evoke neon bending in process and shape.

–Blow Painting
Breath is essential to maintaining a consistent neon tube diameter. Experiment with the power of your breath to create unique works of art.

–Continuous Contours
Each neon tube is bent individually and by hand, echoing the sensation of drawing an image without lifting pen from paper. Work within the bounds of this process limitation as you create.

MakeArt Family Day occurs just once an exhibition cycle – don’t miss this signature program! Plus, pick up a Dogpatch Scavenger Hunt map, explore the neighborhood, and save the date for our end-of-summer party on September 20th.

All ages welcome—craft your day with the whole family at MCD!

Pre-registration encouraged
TICKET LINK

$10 non-members
$8 students/seniors
Members and kids 12 and under FREE