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Member and VIP Preview of Iris Eichenberg: Where Words Fail

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

Members get to see it first! Be the first to view the first mid-career survey of German artist Iris Eichenberg whose work addresses relevant issues such as identity, gender, and Heimat—a German word denoting the personal happiness and inner peace found upon reaching a safe haven.

Members get to see it first! Be the first to view the first mid-career survey of German artist Iris Eichenberg whose work addresses relevant issues such as identity, gender, and Heimat—a German word denoting the personal happiness and inner peace found upon reaching a safe haven.

Wood block sculpture with middle cut out slightly and grain lines coming from the middle

Member and VIP Preview of Robyn Horn: Material Illusions

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

We are thrilled to welcome MCD Members to an in-person preview of Robyn Horn: Material Illusions. Come meet the artist and view Robyn Horn’s newest larger-than-life sculptures and paintings. 

We are thrilled to welcome MCD Members to an in-person preview of Robyn Horn: Material Illusions. Come meet the artist and view Robyn Horn’s newest larger-than-life sculptures and paintings. 

Robyn Horn sculpting with a chainsaw on a large block of wood

MCD Curator Walk-Through: Material Illusions

Museum of Craft and Design 2569 3rd St, San Francisco
Carve out time on exhibition opening day for the Curator Walk-Through of Robyn Horn: Material Illusions. Brad Cushman (previous Gallery Director and Curator at the University of Arkansas at Little...

Carve out time on exhibition opening day for the Curator Walk-Through of Robyn Horn: Material Illusions. Brad Cushman (previous Gallery Director and Curator at the University of Arkansas at Little...

BIG’s The Twist at the Kistefos Sculptural Park in Norway

MCD Members Trip to Oslo, Copenhagen & Stockholm

3rd Street, San Francisco

This trip is sold out. All MCD travel plans are subject to change and will follow current and future international travel restrictions and guidelines. To add your name to the…

This trip is sold out. All MCD travel plans are subject to change and will follow current and future international travel restrictions and guidelines. To add your name to the...

A group of children gathered around MCD's MakeArt booth in fron of the MCD Mobile MakeArt van

MCD Mobile MakeArt: STEM Saturday

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

Carve out time for creativity with MCD! The museum returns to STEM Saturday to develop a love for learning through art while supporting the Potrero Hill Neighborhood House. Join us…

Carve out time for creativity with MCD! The museum returns to STEM Saturday to develop a love for learning through art while supporting the Potrero Hill Neighborhood House. Join us...

An underwater image of an inking cuttlefish. Photo courtesy of Aquarobotman.com.

MCD Mobile MakeArt: NightLife – Inked

California Academy of Sciences 55 Music Concourse Dr, San Francisco

Join MCD at NightLife at the California Academy of Sciences to get inked—squid inked! Choose from a variety of tattoo flash templates, transfer the outline onto a keepsake box, then…

Join MCD at NightLife at the California Academy of Sciences to get inked—squid inked! Choose from a variety of tattoo flash templates, transfer the outline onto a keepsake box, then...

A group of children sitting and drawing architecture. Image Courtesy of AIA.

MCD Mobile MakeArt: AIA Kids Draw Architecture

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

Take time to draw! Sketching builds our appreciation of the world around us and fosters skills essential to the architectural process. Join MCD at Kids Draw Architecture hosted by the…

Take time to draw! Sketching builds our appreciation of the world around us and fosters skills essential to the architectural process. Join MCD at Kids Draw Architecture hosted by the...

A group of kids working on a project for MakeArt Family Day

MakeArt Family Day

Museum of Craft and Design 2569 3rd St, San Francisco
Design outside the lines at MakeArt Family Day! Explore the exhibitions with our self-led MakeArt Gallery Games and get hands-on with exciting activations all throughout the museum. From collaborative art-making...

Design outside the lines at MakeArt Family Day! Explore the exhibitions with our self-led MakeArt Gallery Games and get hands-on with exciting activations all throughout the museum. From collaborative art-making...

$8 – $10
Three people crafting at the MakeArt booth at Cal Academy's NightLife

MCD Mobile MakeArt: NightLife – IRL

California Academy of Sciences 55 Music Concourse Dr, San Francisco

Join MCD at the California Academy of Sciences on August 11 as we bring Mobile MakeArt to Cal Academy’s NightLife: IRL. Power down, turn up. You’re now entering a phone-free…

Join MCD at the California Academy of Sciences on August 11 as we bring Mobile MakeArt to Cal Academy's NightLife: IRL. Power down, turn up. You're now entering a phone-free...

Three children showing off their backpacks in front of the Mobile MakeArt van

Mobile MakeArt: BMAGIC Backpack Giveaway

NOW Hunters Point 155 Jennings St, San Francisco

Since 2004, BMAGIC has offered children and youth, ages 5-18, new backpacks filled with essential school supplies to celebrate the beginning of the new school year. The event also serves…

Since 2004, BMAGIC has offered children and youth, ages 5-18, new backpacks filled with essential school supplies to celebrate the beginning of the new school year. The event also serves...

An interior shot of the California Academy of Sciences' NightLife

MCD Mobile MakeArt: NightLife – Art Lab

California Academy of Sciences 55 Music Concourse Dr, San Francisco

Join MCD at the California Academy of Sciences on August 18 as we bring Mobile MakeArt to Cal Academy’s NightLife: Art Lab. Unleash your inner artist and join us for…

Join MCD at the California Academy of Sciences on August 18 as we bring Mobile MakeArt to Cal Academy's NightLife: Art Lab. Unleash your inner artist and join us for...

Hands holding axe cutting a piece of wood

MakeArt Lab: Functional Woodcraft

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

Join the Museum of Craft and Design and local woodcrafter Ian McNemar for an introduction to green woodworking. Participants will unlock the potential and beauty within a log or branch by turning it into one of the most functional items for the home–a spoon! 

Join the Museum of Craft and Design and local woodcrafter Ian McNemar for an introduction to green woodworking. Participants will unlock the potential and beauty within a log or branch by turning it into one of the most functional items for the home–a spoon! 

A bursh and ink on top of a piece of paper with Chinese calligraphy

MakeArt Gallery Demo: Chinese Floor Calligraphy – The Art of Writing

Museum of Craft and Design 2569 3rd St, San Francisco
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a traditional Chinese festival marking the end of the autumn harvest. The Museum of Craft and Design is celebrating this occasion with local calligraphy artist, Jojo...

The Mid-Autumn Festival is a traditional Chinese festival marking the end of the autumn harvest. The Museum of Craft and Design is celebrating this occasion with local calligraphy artist, Jojo...

OMI Mid-Autumn Festival Flier

Mobile MakeArt: OMI Mid Autumn Festival

Minnie & Lovie Ward Park & Playground Capitol Avenue, San Francisco
MCD joins We are OMI in support of their Mid Autumn Festival – a celebration of the Oceanview, Merced Heights, and Ingleside neighborhoods. Experience the OMI neighborhood through local organizations....

MCD joins We are OMI in support of their Mid Autumn Festival – a celebration of the Oceanview, Merced Heights, and Ingleside neighborhoods. Experience the OMI neighborhood through local organizations....

MCD Mobile MakeArt: AIA Sketchy Tuesdays

Francisco Park San Francisco
See urban green spaces with an architectural eye! Join MCD and the American Institute of Architects at Russian Hill’s Francisco Park on 9/13. Learn about the history of the parks,...

See urban green spaces with an architectural eye! Join MCD and the American Institute of Architects at Russian Hill’s Francisco Park on 9/13. Learn about the history of the parks,...

Smithsonian Museum Day Info

Smithsonian magazine Museum Day

Museum of Craft and Design 2569 3rd St, San Francisco
MCD is pleased to take part in the return of Smithsonian magazine Museum Day on September 17, 2022! Hosted by Smithsonian magazine, Museum Day is a one-day event in which participating...

MCD is pleased to take part in the return of Smithsonian magazine Museum Day on September 17, 2022! Hosted by Smithsonian magazine, Museum Day is a one-day event in which participating...

Hands holding axe cutting a piece of wood

MakeArt Lab: Functional Woodcraft II

Museum of Craft and Design 2569 3rd St, San Francisco
Back by popular demand, Ian McNemar ‘s green wood working expertise returns to MCD’s MakeArt Gallery. McNemar, a local woodworker focused on intentional design, guides participants in unlocking the potential...

Back by popular demand, Ian McNemar ‘s green wood working expertise returns to MCD’s MakeArt Gallery. McNemar, a local woodworker focused on intentional design, guides participants in unlocking the potential...

A group of people crafting at MCD's booth at Cal Academy's NightLife

Mobile MakeArt: NightLife – Makes Sense

California Academy of Sciences 55 Music Concourse Dr, San Francisco
Touch, smell, hear, taste, and feel your way through the museum for a California Academy of Science Nightlife that just makes sense. Touch, smell, hear, taste, and feel your way...

Touch, smell, hear, taste, and feel your way through the museum for a California Academy of Science Nightlife that just makes sense. Touch, smell, hear, taste, and feel your way...

A group shot of people participationg in MAKE activities

MAKE: Halloween

Museum of Craft and Design 2569 3rd St, San Francisco
Collaborate with artists and makers, explore unique themes, and re-think materials through creative design projects– all happening after-hours in the MCD galleries! MAKE gets spooky with an other-worldly look at...

Collaborate with artists and makers, explore unique themes, and re-think materials through creative design projects– all happening after-hours in the MCD galleries! MAKE gets spooky with an other-worldly look at...

Mobile MakeArt: Shipyard Open Studios

Event Series Mobile MakeArt: Shipyard Open Studios
Hunters Point Shipyard Galvez Avenue, San Francisco
Explore the art of 120+ local artists and get creative with MCD’s Mobile MakeArt! Usually closed to the public, Shipyard Open Studios represent a unique opportunity to wander through the...

Explore the art of 120+ local artists and get creative with MCD’s Mobile MakeArt! Usually closed to the public, Shipyard Open Studios represent a unique opportunity to wander through the...

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