Make Art Together This Summer! SJIMA’s Family Art Days Return
- SJIMA
- Jul 12
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 1
FREE hands-on art classes every Saturday from noon to 2 PM!
The San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA) invites families to join our beloved Family Art Days Summer Series, running July 19 through August 30. Each Saturday, children (ages 5 and up) accompanied by at least one adult can explore creativity together with local artists—all members of the SJIMA Artists’ Registry.
Classes are held outdoors in the beautiful orchard next to the museum (weather permitting) or in our upstairs classroom. All materials are provided free of charge by SJIMA.
Class sizes are limited and fill up quickly—RSVP is required so reserve your spot today!
✨ About Family Art Days
Family Art Days are designed to spark curiosity and celebrate imagination. Each workshop offers an opportunity to learn approachable, engaging techniques from accomplished local artists who love sharing their skills with young people and their families.
Whether you’re a local or just visiting, Family Art Days are the perfect Saturday activity to connect, create, and be inspired.
🌿 Summer 2025 Family Art Days Schedule
Below you’ll find this summer’s lineup. Click any title to RSVP!
Saturday, July 19
Ready to jump into the mix? Learn how to find the perfect color. Mix, match, and explore. Learn how colors work together to make your art come alive.
Saturday, July 26
Find out what makes a great line and explore how lines create form, function, and beauty.
Saturday, August 2
Carve a beautiful, small animal using simple and safe techniques with renowned sculptor Tom Small.
Saturday, August 9
Pocket Books are books created by simply folding paper. We will make collage pictures to slip into our books.
Saturday, August 16
We’ll use mediums like wire, paper and clay to quickly sculpt the trees, buildings, and even other people in SJIMA’s orchard.
Saturday, August 23
Build a hanging mobile inspired by Alexander Calder, exploring balance, shape, and movement.
Saturday, August 30
We’ll learn how to make a beetle with movable wings, then you’ll use the same materials to make an articulating design of your own!
Ready to create lasting memories with your family? Register today!
Spots fill quickly, so be sure to secure your place. If your chosen class is full, join the waitlist—we often have cancellations, and openings are offered in the order waitlist RSVPs are received.
While you’re here, don’t miss our inspiring Shapeshifters exhibition, celebrating Northwest Coast Indigenous art—on view now at SJIMA.
Thank you to our generous sponsors who make Family Art Days possible:
Honeywell Foundation, Torrance Foundation, Apex Foundation, Smith Foundation, Jay & Suzy Wakefield, and Alan Roochvarg & Lynn Weber/Roochvarg.
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