How good are your architecture skills? Grab toothpicks and marshamllows and see if you can build a tower. Will it be the tallest? The widest? The strangest? Come give it a try in the Basement Activity Room.
At just fourteen years old, Peggy Guggenheim’s world is turned upside down when her beloved father perishes on the Titanic. His death ignites a lifelong quest for passion, personal freedom, and the transformative power of art. Peggy explores how she defied expectations, shaped modern art, and lived boldly—leaving behind a legacy that changed the art world forever. Book Talk are a great way to meet fellow book lovers, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and discover new perspectives! Whether you’re a longtime reader or just looking for a fun way to connect, Book Talk is a welcoming space for all. Plus, it’s always exciting to share your thoughts and hear what others took away from the story! Snacks provided. Ages 18+ FREE!
The adventuring team are making their way into the castle used by the Cult of Dragons. Do many battles and lots treasure await them or will they face leaders of the cult trying to awaken Tiamat, the evil dragon goddess? Join us @ 1:00 if you want to join the party.
Come celebrate 40 years of art, creativity, and community at the Ellen Noël Art Museum! As we reflect on the past four decades, we invite you to experience our special exhibition, 40 Years, 40 Artists, showcasing incredible works that highlight the Museum’s rich history and artistic impact. Enjoy a day filled with hands-on art activities for all ages and a special artist talk and demonstration by Baron Batch, whose dynamic work and creative process will inspire art lovers of all kinds. This free event is open to the entire community—whether you're a longtime supporter or a first-time visitor, we welcome you to join us for this milestone celebration. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to honor the past, engage with art in the present, and look forward to the future of the Museum! Best of all, this exciting activity is completely FREE and open to ALL AGES! Bring your family, friends, or just yourself, and let your imagination run wild. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to celebrate love and creativity in a fun, relaxed setting. We can’t wait to see what you create!
Coloring reduces stress, improves focus, and stimulates creativity. Newcomers welcome. Adults.
We don’t see many fireflies in Odessa, but we can make a jar that looks like we have found some. Grab a jar, choose your glow in the dark paint, and make a jar to take home.
Hop, hop, hop. Ribbit, ribbit, croak. We’re going to be talking about frogs in storytime tooday.
Fun ways to help support toddlers' developing literacy and cognitive growth by incorporating action rhymes, songs, and movement. Child must have an accompanying adult. Ages 3-5.
Fun ways to help support toddlers' developing literacy and cognitive growth by incorporating action rhymes, songs, and movement. Child must have an accompanying adult. Ages 3-5.
Join us at the Ellen Noël Art Museum for a delightful event tailored for art-loving preschoolers aged 3-5 and their grown-ups. At 1:00 PM, we invite you to immerse yourselves in a beautifully illustrated story and a fun art activity. This free event offers an engaging children's story followed by a hands-on art project related to the tale. Our featured book for this session is The Most Magnificent Thing by Ashley Spires. Young attendees will be entertained by the charming story of a a young girl who sets out to create the most magnificent thing she can think of. After the story, children will participate in an art activity inspired by the adventures. It’s a wonderful opportunity to foster a love of reading and creativity in young children while spending quality time together. We look forward to welcoming you and your little artists to the museum for this fun and inspiring event!
COME SEE HOW THE WORLD COULD BE. Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed new show from celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and innovative director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) is a love story for today… and always. HADESTOWN intertwines two mythic tales — that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone — as it invites you on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back. Mitchell’s beguiling melodies and Chavkin’s poetic imagination pit industry against nature, doubt against faith, and fear against love. Performed by a vibrant ensemble of actors, dancers and singers, HADESTOWN is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets go.
Join us for an engaging evening at the Ellen Noël Art Museum's Art Talk! This event is a wonderful opportunity for art enthusiasts to come together and delve into the mysteries of a particular painting as they enhance their visual literacy skills. Gather with friends and fellow art lovers as we interpret, comprehend, and appreciate the art in ways that advance thinking, decision-making, communication and learning. Art Talk is all about exploring different perspectives and sparking lively conversation. Whether you’re an art aficionado or just curious, share your thoughts and insights in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. We go through a three question process that allows visitors to share their perceptions while viewing a piece of art from our Permanent Collection. Come be a part of Art Talk at the Ellen Noël Art Museum and experience art in a whole new way. We can't wait to see you there!