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MCD Member Preview Night

Museum of Craft and Design 2569 3rd St, San Francisco

MCD Members are invited to a special member preview of our inaugural 2018 exhibitions, Tom Loeser: Please Please Please and t.w.five. Grab a drink and meet the artists and curators…

MCD Members are invited to a special member preview of our inaugural 2018 exhibitions, Tom Loeser: Please Please Please and t.w.five. Grab a drink and meet the artists and curators...

MAKE

Museum of Craft and Design 2569 3rd St, San Francisco

Join us for our debut event on March 15 celebrating National Craft Month. SF Etsy will be on-hand to help you find the inspiration you are looking for! We have put together an evening you don’t want to miss! Come play with adhesive vinyl as found in t.w.five’s current exhibition, try your hand at silk screen printing, contribute to an in-gallery crochet bomb, make your own bitters, enjoy some craft beer and capture the night’s memories at the photo booth.

Join us for our debut event on March 15 celebrating National Craft Month. SF Etsy will be on-hand to help you find the inspiration you are looking for! We have put together an evening you don't want to miss! Come play with adhesive vinyl as found in t.w.five's current exhibition, try your hand at silk screen printing, contribute to an in-gallery crochet bomb, make your own bitters, enjoy some craft beer and capture the night's memories at the photo booth.

David J Living Room Tour @ MCD

Museum of Craft and Design 2569 3rd St, San Francisco

“It’s so refreshing to play in an intimate setting for the true music fans…” – David J This Spring, the Museum of Craft and Design announces a new line up…

"It's so refreshing to play in an intimate setting for the true music fans..." - David J This Spring, the Museum of Craft and Design announces a new line up...

MCD Member Trip to Marfa, Texas *SOLD OUT*

Marfa, Texas

Join us on the Museum of Craft and Design’s next Member adventure to the cool and unlikely arts hub Marfa, Texas in the Chihuahuan Desert. MCD Member Trip to Marfa,…

Join us on the Museum of Craft and Design's next Member adventure to the cool and unlikely arts hub Marfa, Texas in the Chihuahuan Desert. MCD Member Trip to Marfa,...

MCD Member Trip to Oliver Ranch

MCD members are invited to join us on a tour of Oliver Ranch in rural Sonoma County. This MCD Member trip is open to all levels of members, but space…

MCD members are invited to join us on a tour of Oliver Ranch in rural Sonoma County. This MCD Member trip is open to all levels of members, but space...

Music Box Presents: Steve Kilbey & Amanda Kramer

Museum of Craft and Design 2569 3rd St, San Francisco

An Evening with Steve Kilbey (The Church) and Amanda Kramer (Information Society, The Psychedelic Furs) will feature songs from Steve Kilbey & The Church’s rich catalog, as well as interpretations of songs by other writers, as he and Amanda recount their decades-spanning careers of playing on the stages of the world, via a tapestry of music and storytelling.

An Evening with Steve Kilbey (The Church) and Amanda Kramer (Information Society, The Psychedelic Furs) will feature songs from Steve Kilbey & The Church’s rich catalog, as well as interpretations of songs by other writers, as he and Amanda recount their decades-spanning careers of playing on the stages of the world, via a tapestry of music and storytelling.

MAKE: May

Museum of Craft and Design 2569 3rd St, San Francisco

Design your night at MAKE! On the third Thursday of each month, collaborate with artists and makers, explore unique themes, and re-think materials through creative design projects.

Design your night at MAKE! On the third Thursday of each month, collaborate with artists and makers, explore unique themes, and re-think materials through creative design projects.

MCD Member Preview

Museum of Craft and Design 2569 3rd St, San Francisco

MCD Members are invited to a special member preview for Raw Design, Judy Kensley McKie: Cast of Characters and Anchors in Time: Dominic Di Mare. Grab a drink and meet the artists and curators behind these three brand new exhibitions highlighting the nature of contemporary craft and design.

MCD Members are invited to a special member preview for Raw Design, Judy Kensley McKie: Cast of Characters and Anchors in Time: Dominic Di Mare. Grab a drink and meet the artists and curators behind these three brand new exhibitions highlighting the nature of contemporary craft and design.

MakeArt Family Day

Museum of Craft and Design 2569 3rd St, San Francisco

This month we get into the spirit of Raw Design by creating all of your own art materials, from scratch! Experiment with how to make milk paint, modeling clay, rainbow crayons and more. Take your creations to the “Test Tent” in the parklet to try out your custom supplies, then stick around for a special opening day exhibition walk-through with guest curator Glenn Adamson.

This month we get into the spirit of Raw Design by creating all of your own art materials, from scratch! Experiment with how to make milk paint, modeling clay, rainbow crayons and more. Take your creations to the “Test Tent” in the parklet to try out your custom supplies, then stick around for a special opening day exhibition walk-through with guest curator Glenn Adamson.

Raw Design: Exhibition and Design Mixer

Museum of Craft and Design 2569 3rd St, San Francisco

Kick off SF Design Week at the Museum of Craft and Design for a special party hosted by MCD Salon, a new young design collective. Start the night off with an interactive talk and tour of MCD’s three new summer exhibitions, including “Raw Design” curated by Glenn Adamson. Special guest speakers include Lisa Ellsworth and Charlie Leese, followed by hands-on crafting with marble polymer clays, vinyl spinning, plus bites and cocktails inspired by the exhibitions. Join us for a fun evening exploring design through art, jewelry, food and cocktails! Two complimentary drink vouchers included with each ticket purchase.

Kick off SF Design Week at the Museum of Craft and Design for a special party hosted by MCD Salon, a new young design collective. Start the night off with an interactive talk and tour of MCD's three new summer exhibitions, including "Raw Design" curated by Glenn Adamson. Special guest speakers include Lisa Ellsworth and Charlie Leese, followed by hands-on crafting with marble polymer clays, vinyl spinning, plus bites and cocktails inspired by the exhibitions. Join us for a fun evening exploring design through art, jewelry, food and cocktails! Two complimentary drink vouchers included with each ticket purchase.

MAKE

Museum of Craft and Design 2569 3rd St, San Francisco

This month we craft our inspiration from the work found in Raw Design. Join us for a free glass of wine during our 6 PM Artist Happy Hour with ceramicist Ilana Crispi to learn about her Mission Dirt Project– an excavation of dirt along Valencia Street that culminates in the firing of the physical material in order to examine questions of home, history, geology, and ownership.

This month we craft our inspiration from the work found in Raw Design. Join us for a free glass of wine during our 6 PM Artist Happy Hour with ceramicist Ilana Crispi to learn about her Mission Dirt Project-- an excavation of dirt along Valencia Street that culminates in the firing of the physical material in order to examine questions of home, history, geology, and ownership.

MCD Members Tour: Artworks Foundry and Selvin Studios, Berkeley

Artworks Foundry 729 Heinz Ave # 10, Berkeley

Join us in Berkeley for an exclusive tour of the world-renowned Artworks Foundry plus a studio visit with acclaimed ceramic artist Nancy Selvin. Celebrate our current exhibition, Judy McKie Kensley: Cast of Characters as you learn about the ancient ‘Lost Wax’ technique and witness a bronze pouring. Then, enjoy lunch, artwork and discussion at Selvin’s studio in West Berkeley.  

Join us in Berkeley for an exclusive tour of the world-renowned Artworks Foundry plus a studio visit with acclaimed ceramic artist Nancy Selvin. Celebrate our current exhibition, Judy McKie Kensley: Cast of Characters as you learn about the ancient ‘Lost Wax’ technique and witness a bronze pouring. Then, enjoy lunch, artwork and discussion at Selvin’s studio in West Berkeley.  

*SOLD OUT* MCD Members Tour: Brunch and Tour of Anita and Ronald Wornick’s Private Collection in Napa Valley

** This member event is Sold Out** Join us for an exclusive tour of the distinguished contemporary craft collection of Anita and Ronald Wornick. Beginning in the mid-1980s, Ron Wornick,…

** This member event is Sold Out** Join us for an exclusive tour of the distinguished contemporary craft collection of Anita and Ronald Wornick. Beginning in the mid-1980s, Ron Wornick,...

MCD Members Tour: Dependable Letterpress

Dependable Letterpress 1192 Illinois Street, San Francisco

Join us for an exclusive tour and printing demonstration from MCD neighbor Dependable Letterpress! Owner and founder Joel Benson will discuss current day uses of letterpress printing and share techniques and processes used by his team to produce prints of the highest level of craftsmanship.

Join us for an exclusive tour and printing demonstration from MCD neighbor Dependable Letterpress! Owner and founder Joel Benson will discuss current day uses of letterpress printing and share techniques and processes used by his team to produce prints of the highest level of craftsmanship.

MCD Member trip to Portugal *Sold Out*

*This MCD member event is sold out* September 18–28, 2018 Couples $6,400/person and Singles $6,650/person With its thriving arts scene, Portugal is home to major art museums as well as…

*This MCD member event is sold out* September 18–28, 2018 Couples $6,400/person and Singles $6,650/person With its thriving arts scene, Portugal is home to major art museums as well as...

MAKE: October

Museum of Craft and Design 2569 3rd St, San Francisco

Celebrate the spookier side of Raw Design with an evening creating “In Cold Blood” beeswax candles, wall-mounted mythical creature skulls and never-rot foam pumpkin decor for our third Thursday event, MAKE!

Celebrate the spookier side of Raw Design with an evening creating “In Cold Blood” beeswax candles, wall-mounted mythical creature skulls and never-rot foam pumpkin decor for our third Thursday event, MAKE!

Style’ 18

Museum of Craft and Design 2569 3rd St, San Francisco

Now in its 12th year, STYLE is a show, sale, and benefit celebrating independent contemporary design. This is a curated event focused on the highest quality fashion, jewelry, and accessories.

Now in its 12th year, STYLE is a show, sale, and benefit celebrating independent contemporary design. This is a curated event focused on the highest quality fashion, jewelry, and accessories.

VIP and Member Preview for Gustavo Pérez: Self Portrait in Black & White

Museum of Craft and Design 2569 3rd St, San Francisco

Join us for a special member preview night for Gustavo Pérez: Self Portrait in Black & White. Grab a drink, meet international visiting artist Gustavo Pérez and curator Mayer Shacter and be the first to experience this meticulously crafted site-specific installation.

Join us for a special member preview night for Gustavo Pérez: Self Portrait in Black & White. Grab a drink, meet international visiting artist Gustavo Pérez and curator Mayer Shacter and be the first to experience this meticulously crafted site-specific installation.

Member Preview: Al Farrow: Divine Ammunition & Tex Gieling: Sixty Years

Museum of Craft and Design 2569 3rd St, San Francisco

Y O U ‘ R E   I N V I T E D! Don’t miss the MCD Member preview for Al Farrow: Divine Ammunition and Tex Gieling: Sixty Years on Friday,…

Y O U ' R E   I N V I T E D! Don't miss the MCD Member preview for Al Farrow: Divine Ammunition and Tex Gieling: Sixty Years on Friday,...

Designing Change: A Conversation with David Hogg

MCD welcomes Parkland activist, Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School student and author David Hogg, to San Francisco to share his personal story and vision for change in our country. Designing Change: A Conversation with David Hogg will include a lecture and Q&A at Minnesota Street Projects followed by a reception and book signing with Hogg at the Museum of Craft and Design.

MCD welcomes Parkland activist, Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School student and author David Hogg, to San Francisco to share his personal story and vision for change in our country. Designing Change: A Conversation with David Hogg will include a lecture and Q&A at Minnesota Street Projects followed by a reception and book signing with Hogg at the Museum of Craft and Design.

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