Visual Arts
Events
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Looking for a mid-week reset? Grab your mat and join us at the Museum Wednesday mornings for a yin style yoga class led by instructors from rOming Yoga! Free for Museum Members Only.
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✨ Crafted in Faith ✨ Come create, connect, and spend a little time Crafted in Faith! 🤍Join us for our monthly faith-filled creative night at The Studio, where faith, fellowship, and creativity come together. Each month will feature a different project inspired by the season—you might be painting a canvas one month, creating a beautiful craft the next, or trying something completely new! Bring your friends, church group, Bible study crew, or come on your own and meet some new faces. We’ll have uplifting Christian music playing while you sit back, relax, create, and enjoy a fun evening together. ✨ Each month features a new project 🎨 Painting, crafting & more 🎶 Christian music & good vibes 🤍 Perfect for friends, church groups & Bible study groups 🍷 BYOB — we’ll provide the cups & openers! No artistic or crafting experience needed! Our instructors will guide you along the way and make creating something you love completely stress-free. Come as you are, bring your people, and leave with something beautiful you created—and a heart a little fuller. 🤍 TEENS: Teens are welcome to attend with adult supervision.
$30
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Jessica will be available for interviews on Thursday, October 1st at the Bryce Holt opening exhibit. Who: Interviews Jessica Kinsey - new Musuem of the Southwest Executive Director Bryce Holt - artists who’s show will be debuting that night as well will be on site for media interviews When: Thursday, October 1, 2026 Where: Lissa Noël Wagner Wing of The Museum of the Southwest Time: 5 PM - 5:30 PM, Opening Reception of Bryce Holt’s exhibit from 5:30 - 7:30 PM What: Meet and greet and refreshments will be available on from 5 - 7:30 PM
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✨ Midland Craft Club is Here! ✨ Join us on the first Thursday of every month for Midland Craft Club—a creative night where you can relax, craft, and connect with other makers! Each month we'll spotlight a Featured Craft, specially designed for Craft Club participants. October’s Featured Craft is our BOO-JEE Bucket! Not feeling the featured project? No problem! Craft Club works just like Open Studio—you can choose any craft available in the studio. The featured craft is simply our monthly spotlight and is available with registration. ✨ Your registration includes: • Featured Craft • All supplies and instruction • A fun, welcoming creative atmosphere • Two hours to create at your own pace 📅 August 6 🕕 6:00PM - 8:00PM 📍 The Studio MTX 🌟 Featured Craft Gather your friends, discover a new hobby, or simply enjoy a relaxing evening of creativity. Whether you make the featured project or choose something completely different, you'll leave with a handmade creation you'll love. Reserve your spot today!
$40
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2 events,First Friday ODTX is a monthly gathering every first Friday of the month for residents and visitors of downtown Odessa. Each month, the streets are lively and colorful with music, games, and delicious food. There are unbeatable deals from local businesses and exciting opportunities to collect amazing giveaways. The event is open to all ages and caters to everyone’s interests. For music lovers, there are live performances by local bands and artists, while foodies can indulge in a diverse range of street eats. Downtown shops and eateries will offer special promotions. First Friday ODTX event brings vibrancy and community spirit to downtown Odessa, making it the perfect place to spend a Friday evening.
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Join our contemporary sewing circle! Whether you knit, crochet, quilt, embroider, or enjoy another fiber art, bring your current project and spend time sharing ideas and techniques. Free!
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Register for our monthly studio classes for students ages 6-12. Students can tour current exhibitions and create an art project. Advance registration only on our website. Classes are $20, and spots are limited. Scholarships are available. For questions, contact Annie Stanley at education@noelartmuseum.org.
$20
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Looking for a mid-week reset? Grab your mat and join us at the Museum Wednesday mornings for a yin style yoga class led by instructors from rOming Yoga! Free for Museum Members Only.
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Art-loving preschoolers ages 3-5 and their grown-ups are invited to join us at the Museum for a beautifully illustrated story and art activity. Free!
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A new exhibition is opening at the Ellen Noël Art Museum! Hands of the Himalayas: Gurung Fiber Traditions of Nepal is the story of the remarkable artistry and resourcefulness of the Gurung people, who have lived for centuries in the Annapurna Range of the Himalayas. Guest Curated by Kathleen Mahoney and the weavers and toolmakers of Sikles Village, this exhibition features handwoven textiles, baskets, mats, and tools created from materials gathered in the forests and mountains surrounding the village of Sikles. Hands of the Himalayas offers a rare opportunity to experience the enduring artistry of the Gurung people and gain a deeper appreciation for the relationship between craft, culture, and the landscape that sustains them. Admission to the Museum is always free.
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A new exhibition is opening at the Ellen Noël Art Museum! Hands of the Himalayas: Gurung Fiber Traditions of Nepal is the story of the remarkable artistry and resourcefulness of the Gurung people, who have lived for centuries in the Annapurna Range of the Himalayas. Guest Curated by Kathleen Mahoney and the weavers and toolmakers of Sikles Village, this exhibition features handwoven textiles, baskets, mats, and tools created from materials gathered in the forests and mountains surrounding the village of Sikles. Hands of the Himalayas offers a rare opportunity to experience the enduring artistry of the Gurung people and gain a deeper appreciation for the relationship between craft, culture, and the landscape that sustains them. Admission to the Museum is always free.
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✨ Modern Pop-Up Market is back at Bush Convention Center this Saturday, October 10! Shop an amazing lineup of local boutiques, makers, treats & more—all under one roof! 🛍️✨ 📍 Bush Convention Center | Midland, TX ⏰ 10 AM–6 PM 🎟️ $5 admission | 12 & under FREE
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The Museum is excited to offer a sensory art class for students in a calm and relaxed environment! Classes are $20, and spots are limited. Scholarships are available. Advance registration only on our website.
$20
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The second round of Recent Masters features the work of three artists from our region who recently earned their Master of Fine Arts degrees. The exhibition brings together Faith Eleby, a graduate of Texas Tech University; Emily Muscroft, a graduate of the Maryland Institute College of Art; and Claribel Olivas, a graduate of the University of Texas at San Antonio, highlighting the diverse perspectives, ideas, and artistic practices emerging from our local creative community. On view: October 12–November 12 Opening Reception: October 22, 5–7 PM |
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Looking for a mid-week reset? Grab your mat and join us at the Museum Wednesday mornings for a yin style yoga class led by instructors from rOming Yoga! Free for Museum Members Only. |
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October's Night at the Museum is going to be spook-tacular! Take a spooky stroll through the galleries, show off your costume in our contest, and get creative with hauntingly fun art activities at the Ellen Noël Art Museum! Night at the Museum is a Members-Only event held every third Thursday of the month, featuring something different each time, from hands-on art activities and gallery experiences to special programs, tours, and more. |
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Opening reception for the semi-annual show & sale for Palette Club members. Food, Drinks, Live music, raffle, silent auction. Original art for sale and viewing by 20+ area artists.
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2nd day of the semi-annual art show and sale for Palette Club members. 20+ area artists represented with original artwork for sale. Raffle and silent auction.
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Experience a special Día de los Muertos gathering featuring a public altar, food trucks, vendors, an art exhibition, activities and more! Free Event!
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Pirate Festival, with games, costume contests, tea parties, entertainment, shopping, and more!
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Pirate Festival, with games, costume contests, tea parties, entertainment, shopping, and more!
$12.50
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Looking for a mid-week reset? Grab your mat and join us at the Museum Wednesday mornings for a yin style yoga class led by instructors from rOming Yoga! Free for Museum Members Only.
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Art-loving preschoolers ages 3-5 and their grown-ups are invited to join us at the Museum for a beautifully illustrated story and art activity. Free!
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🔪 Sips & Slashers: Glow Horror Paint & Sip 💀 Things are getting a little killer after dark… 👀🔪Join us October 24 at 6:30 PM for Sips & Slashers, a glow-in-the-dark Horror Paint & Sip! We’re turning on the black lights, pouring a complimentary spooky cocktail, and spending the evening painting some of our favorite horror icons. 👻🎨 Choose your favorite horror-inspired design and we’ll have your canvas pre-sketched and ready to paint when you arrive. We’ll be incorporating glow/UV-reactive details so your masterpiece comes alive once the black lights turn on! ✨💀 Your ticket includes your pre-sketched canvas, all painting supplies, instruction, and one complimentary themed cocktail. This event is also BYOB, so feel free to bring your favorite drinks to enjoy throughout the night. 🍷 📅 October 24 ⏰ 6:30 PM 🎨 Choose your pre-sketched horror design 💜 Black light + glow painting 🍹 Complimentary spooky cocktail 🍷 BYOB 🔪 Killer vibes included Grab your horror-loving friends and come paint, sip & scream with us. 💀✨
$40
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The second round of Recent Masters features the work of three artists from our region who recently earned their Master of Fine Arts degrees. The exhibition brings together Faith Eleby, a graduate of Texas Tech University; Emily Muscroft, a graduate of the Maryland Institute College of Art; and Claribel Olivas, a graduate of the University of Texas at San Antonio, highlighting the diverse perspectives, ideas, and artistic practices emerging from our local creative community. On view: October 12–November 12 Opening Reception: October 22, 5–7 PM
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Fall in love...with the Ellen Noël Art Museum Gift Shop! Grab your best friends and join us for a free Ladies Night at the Museum! Enjoy an evening of shopping, great bites, art activities, and fun as you browse new arrivals in our Gift Shop. It's the perfect excuse for a girls' night out!
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Join West Texas Gifts of Hope as we admire & support cancer survivors, support those fighting cancer and honor those who have lost their lives to cancer.
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Join us for a vibrant celebration of culture, remembrance, and community at the Odessa Día de los Muertos Festival & Parade. This special event honors loved ones who have passed through music, art, tradition, and joy. 🎉 Free Event! 🎭 Colorful parade procession 🕯️ Traditional altars (ofrendas) 🎶 Live music and dance performances 🌮 Local food vendors 🎨 Face painting and family activities 🛍️ Artisan booths and cultural displays 📍 Location: Downtown Texas Street, the heart of Odessa, Texas 🕓 Festival: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM 🎭 Parade Begins: 7:00 PM Grand Marshal: State Representative Brooks Landgraf, District 81 Come dressed in your best Día de los Muertos attire and celebrate life, remembrance, and heritage with us. For more information: 📧 ortizgracie74@gmail.com 📞 (432) 202-6092 Hosted in partnership with: Discover Odessa • Odessa Día de los Muertos • Odessa Arts • UTPB Ballet Folklórico • Number JUAN Tequila • Prehispanic Dance Group Canek • Entre Guerreras • Aracely Flores Marquez • Ánkla Yer • Diamond Mobile Homes • Mauricio Navarro • Norma Navarro • Brooks Landgraf • Estilo DFW • La Invasora • Patsy Casas
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All Ages painting session: Enjoy some down time with your kids and get creative painting this fun painting with us. We will guide you & your child step-by-step and help when needed! We PAINT for FUN! Class is recommended for ages 5 & up. Younger children welcome with a parent to assist.
$25
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Looking for a mid-week reset? Grab your mat and join us at the Museum Wednesday mornings for a yin style yoga class led by instructors from rOming Yoga! Free for Museum Members Only.
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🍂 Crafted in Faith: Fall Kinusaiga Night 🍂 Join us for our October Crafted in Faith, a monthly night of creativity, community, and faith! ✨ This month, we’re trying something extra special — Kinusaiga! Kinusaiga is a Japanese-inspired fabric art technique sometimes described as “painting with fabric.” Instead of sewing, pieces of fabric are carefully tucked into grooves to create a beautiful, quilted-style design. 🧵🎨 And don’t worry if you’ve never tried it before — this class is completely beginner friendly! We’ll guide you step-by-step as you create your own beautiful fall pumpkin piece to take home and display for the season. 🍁 No sewing required ✂️ All supplies provided 🎃 Beginner friendly ✨ Step-by-step instruction 🤎 A relaxing evening of creativity & fellowship 📅 Wednesday, October 28 ⏰ 6:30 PM 📍 The Studio | 3211 W. Wadley, Suite 5B Come as you are, bring a friend, and spend the evening creating something beautiful while enjoying fellowship and a little creative time for yourself. No artistic experience necessary — just come ready to create! 🍂🧡
$35
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Got little ghosts and goblins at home? Bring them to Basin PBS for our Trick-or-Treat Trail! This free, family-friendly Halloween adventure is designed with little ones in mind. Families will wind their way through a themed maze, hunt for treats, enjoy fun activity stations, and make a Halloween craft along the way. It’s the perfect way to celebrate Halloween together, with plenty of fun and just the right amount of spooky! Bring your little ghosts and goblins and make some Halloween memories with us! Sponsored by Community National Bank.
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🎃👻 HALLOWEEN KIDS NIGHT OUT 👻🎃 Get ready for one of our BIGGEST Kids Night Outs of the year! Join us Friday, October 30 from 6–10 PM for FOUR hours of Halloween fun filled with crafts, games, prizes, pizza, and spooky surprises! 🕸️✨ Kids can come dressed in their favorite costume and get ready to create, play, and party the night away! We’ll have Halloween-themed activities happening throughout the evening, fun games, exciting prizes, and of course… our COSTUME CONTEST! 🏆🎃 🎨 Halloween Crafts 👻 Games & Activities 🏆 Costume Contest 🎁 Prizes & Giveaways 🍕 Pizza Provided 🕸️ Spooky-Fun Surprises ✨ FOUR Hours of Halloween Fun! Costumes are encouraged but not required! Please make sure costumes are comfortable and safe for crafting, playing, and having lots of fun. 📅 Friday, October 30 ⏰ 6:00–10:00 PM 👧🧒 Ages 4–14 🚽 All children must be fully potty independent. Drop the kids off for an unforgettable Halloween night while you enjoy a night out! 🧡 Space is limited and this special Kids Night Out is expected to fill quickly, so reserve your child’s spot early! 🎃👻✨
$50
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Over 120 Vendors will be set up selling unique and handmade items. Also, they will be handing out candy. We will also have Pony rides, train rides, axe throwing, and Dance Connection will have their students dancing at 1p on both days. Two day indoor and outdoor event 10/31 10a-4p 11/1 11a-4p Barn G and the grounds
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Got little ghosts and goblins at home? Bring them to Basin PBS for our Trick-or-Treat Trail! This free, family-friendly Halloween adventure is designed with little ones in mind. Families will wind their way through a themed maze, hunt for treats, enjoy fun activity stations, and make a Halloween craft along the way. It’s the perfect way to celebrate Halloween together, with plenty of fun and just the right amount of spooky! Bring your little ghosts and goblins and make some Halloween memories with us! Sponsored by Community National Bank.
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