• Art Tales: Monkey Not Ready for Kindergarten

    Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, United States
    Theatre & Literary Arts

    PLEASE NOTE THAT: The Ellen Noel Art Museum is temporarily housed inside the UTPB Presidential Archives 

  • Book Buzz

    Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, United States
    Museum

    Join Penguin / Random House Book Representative Liz Sullivan at 6:00 for a lively discussion about new releases and interesting reads. We’ll also be searching for a future Book Talk selection! Snacks provided. This is a once-a-year event! · Ages 18+ · Free

  • Adventures in Art – Painting

    Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, United States
    Museum

    Have fun using water colors and water-soluble pastels!. Stay tuned for information on how to sign up coming soon!

  • Art Tales: Meet Wild Boars

    Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, United States
    Theatre & Literary Arts

    PLEASE NOTE THAT: The Ellen Noel Art Museum is temporarily housed inside the UTPB Presidential Archives 

  • Community Art Day – Free Event

    Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, United States
    Humanities

    Bring the whole family and help us celebrate spring, and view Awkward Family Photos: The Exhibition. Enjoy fun art stations and pose for your own awkward family photo at our selfie station! From 1:30-3:30. Free for all! 

  • Art Tales: The Story of Ferdinand

    Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, United States
    Theatre & Literary Arts

    PLEASE NOTE THAT: The Ellen Noel Art Museum is temporarily housed inside the UTPB Presidential Archives 

  • Adventures in Art – Portraits

    Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, United States
    Museum

    Learn drawing techniques to help you master the art of portraiture. Stay tuned for information on how to sign up coming soon!

  • Knit & Stitch

    Recurring
    Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, United States
    Humanities

    Help us create a post-modern sewing circle for knitters, quilters, stitchers, or anyone who would like to join! This is open to any hand-craft (crochet, knit, sew, etc).  Free!

  • Art Tales: Sylvester and the Magic Pebble

    Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, United States
    Theatre & Literary Arts

    PLEASE NOTE THAT: The Ellen Noel Art Museum is temporarily housed inside the UTPB Presidential Archives 

  • Art Talk

    Recurring
    Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, United States
    Humanities

    Spend the evening enjoying a discussion of selected work from the Ellen Noël Art Museum’s collection. Get the chance to view, analyze, and discuss an artwork using visual thinking strategies. · Free!

  • Book Talk – The Secret Lives of Color

    Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, United States
    Museum

    Grab a friend and join us for a discussion of The Secret Lives of Color by Kassia St. Clair. This nonfiction book examines the unusual stories of 75 fascinating shades, dyes, and hues. From fashion and politics, to art and war, the history of color runs like a bright thread through history. Refreshments will be provided. Ages 18+ · Free

  • Awkward Family Photos: The Exhibition

    Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, United States
    Museum

    Face it, every family has their awkward moments, there is no way around it. Awkward Family Photos: The Exhibition, aims to explore the imperfectly perfect moments that come with being a family, while taking comfort in the fact that your family is not alone. Awkward Family Photos features over 200 authentic photographs, each framed in vintage, era appropriate frames, capturing the essence of awkward family moments. Visitors will not only enjoy the visual display but also delve into the hilarious “behind the awkwardness” stories shared by the actual families involved. Created by the minds behind AwkwardFamilyPhotos.com, this exhibition has been on the road since 2012, capturing audiences with its humor and relatability. Whether you’re looking for a delightful family outing or seeking a good laugh, Awkward Family Photos is an exhibition you won’t want to miss. Open March 21 – June 2, 2024 Opening day is March 21st.