The Marion Art Center announces a call for entries for its final exhibition of the 2025 season, Small Works + Holiday Shop. This annual juried/invitational show features original works of art, all under fourteen inches, plus a curated selection of handmade goods including jewelry, textiles, ceramics, woodworks, gifts, and more. Any artist who has previously shown at Arts in the Park, or any other juried MAC exhibition (this excludes members’ shows) is invited to participate and does not need to apply or be approved by the exhibitions committee.
Artists are invited to submit up to four pieces for this juried/invitational exhibit, the final show of the season. Works should be no larger than 14″ in any direction, including frame. Both 2D and 3D works will be accepted. All works must be ready to install (framed, wired, etc.) and available for sale. The show runs November 22 through December 19, with an opening reception scheduled on Saturday, November 22 from 3:00 pm to 5:00pm. Shop for yourself or find the perfect gifts for others. All pieces may be removed from the galleries upon purchase for this cash and carry show.
To apply to the Small Works show, use the form at marionartcenter.org/on-exhibit to submit images. All new applications are due by November 10th. For more information, visit marionartcenter.org/events, call the MAC at 508-748-1266 or email info@marionartcenter.org with “Small Works” in the subject line.
After School Creativity with “The Maker Club” – The Marion Art Center announces new sessions of our Art In The Afternoon “The Maker Club” geared for ages 6-12. In this hands-on art club, kids have access to a wide variety of arts and crafts materials, tools, and textures each week. From paint and paper to recycled bits, fabric, wire, and more—every session is an invitation to explore, invent, and make something uniquely their own. With creative prompts to spark ideas and a supportive instructor to help guide their process, students are free to experiment, tinker, and express themselves in a relaxed, imaginative environment. Whether they’re building, drawing, gluing, or sculpting, Maker Club is all about the joy of creating without pressure – where the process matters more than the final product. Perfect for curious minds who love to explore and make art in their own way.
“The Maker Club” meets on Fridays from November 7 through December 19. There are two options – an hour class or a one- and one-half hour class. The longer option allows another half hour for creation and exploration and bit more time for guardians to arrive for pick up.
For member families the 1-hour option is $145, and the 1.5-hour option is $215 for the six classes. For non-member families, the 1-hour option is $175, and the 1.5-hour option is $255 for the six classes. More information and registration is available at marionartcenter.org/art-lab