January 30 & 31

The Ice Goblin has kidnapped the Elves who make the winter snow and the only person who can save them is a snow-loving little boy named Toby!  Will we ever see snow again?  Find out when Toby and the Snow Elves come alive as Madcap's Czech Black puppetry will have you asking "How did they do that?!"

Saturday, March 13
11:00 am & 1:00 pm
Sunday March 14
1:00 pm & 3:00 pm

Members $6 / Non-members $8
Giddyup! The Wild West is back! Annie Oakley, the most famous woman in the world, stars in her own Wild West Show, Madcap-style! Hilarious characters, tall tales and spine-tingling stunts bring American history to life like never before! In this production, the only things taller than these tales are the giant puppets!

For more information visit the MadCap Puppets website or join our email list.

With a focus on engaging with the museum’s current exhibitions and exploring art techniques, Family Art Sparks Studios bring art alive through fun and unique activities. Typically offered the second and fourth Saturday year round from 12 - 3 PM.  Studio is free with $5.00 admission to Art Sparks.  Art Sparks Family Studios are offered through the generous support of: Yum! Brands, Norton Foundation, Louisville Metro Government, Community Foundation of Louisville, Kentucky Arts Council, Gilbert Foundation, Target and Members of The Speed Art Museum.

SATURDAY, December 12 & 26 – Glorious Gold Leaf
SATURDAY, January 9 & 23 – Collect, Curate, Create!
SATURDAY, February 13 & 27 – Talking Drums, Telling Stories

For more information call 502.634.2700 or join our email list.

Take a creative journey with your preschooler during our Wee-One Wednesday art class.  Experiment with art making techniques, explore the museum and experience art through imaginative play.  Four week art class is $25 for members and $35 for non-members and 10:30–11:30 AM.  Program for 3-5 year olds and parent participation is required. 

Discover the Elements of art while visiting the art of four cultures.  Learn techniques of art making while having fun.  Experience history through viewing the work of artists.  This class is specially designed for home schooled children ages 6-9 and their parents.  Four week art class is $50 for members and $75 for non-members.  The class will meet from 10:00-11:30am on Thursdays.  Maximum capacity: 15 students.

Discover the Elements of art while visiting the art of four cultures.  Learn techniques of art making while having fun.  Experience history through viewing the work of artists.  This class is specially designed for home schooled children ages 6-9 and their parents.  Four week art class is $50 for members and $75 for non-members.  The class will meet from 10:00-11:30am on Thursdays.  Maximum capacity: 15 students.

Learn techniques of art making while having fun.  Experience history through viewing the works  of artists.  This class is specially designed for home schooled children ages 6-9 and their parents.  Prior enrollment in a homeschool art class required.  Four week art class is $50 for members and $75 for non-members.  The class will meet from 10:00-11:30am on Fridays.  Maximum capacity: 15 students.

Join the fun and learn artistic techniques with the Speed Art Museum’s After School Art Studios! Especially for children ages 8-12, these studios offer kids the opportunity to interact with the museum collection, meet and learn from local artists, and explore new creative endeavors. Typically offered the second and fourth Friday year round from 4:30 -6:30pm.  Registration required.

Touch, examine, and wonder at objects like those found in the collection. Discovery Case guides will lead you on a hands-on journey through a highlighted gallery. Discovery case activities are scheduled the following dates: October 3 & 17, November 7 & 21, December 5 & 19. 

Take a self-guided tour of the museum with your family. Designed for families with children, Five Easy Pieces are filled with information about the museum’s collection. They contain facts, and activities that help parents explore artworks in the museum. The guides are available in the information racks around the museum or may be picked up at the main desk at the entrance to the museum. The gallery guides are free to visitors through the support of Salomon Smith-Barney Investments.