Public Programs
First Thursday
BAM is open
until 8 p.m. on the First Thursday of each month.
On select First Thursdays, enjoy BAM's Art Answers program--a comfortable way to learn more about a selected work of art each month from 4 - 7 p.m. Come by the BAM
studios to explore a variety of art media to create your own artwork from 4
- 7 p.m. as part of BAM's Studio Art Exploration program.
| Studio Art Exploration |
Art lovers of all ages and abilities are invited to drop in and explore art media in
the Albertson’s Education Studios on the first Thursday of each month from
4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. |
| March 7, 2013 |
Delve into the exhibition William Morris and Alexis Rockman: The Art of Nature by writing poetry inspired by a place or by painting a futuristic animal. |
| April 4, 2013 |
Investigate connections between contemporary artwork and diverse cultures in the exhibition Origins: Objects of Material Culture and assemble a mask that reflects your identity. |
| May 2, 2013 |
Examine artwork in the exhibition William Morris and Alexis Rockman: The Art of Nature and then assemble a colorful collage that references patterns from nature. |
| June 6, 2013 |
Examine baskets in the exhibition Origins: Objects of Material Culture, andthen create a basket decorated with symbols and patterns. |
| July 4, 2013 |
After interpreting the story of Mars Revisited, draw your own panorama and story. |
| August 1, 2013 |
Discover traditional Jewish Symbolism in the exhibition The World Stage: Israel. Then, paint a portrait with symbolism that is significant to you. |
Art
Answers
NEW First Thursday Program |
BAM’s new Art Answers program is a comfortable way for visitors of all ages to learn more about artwork, exhibitions, artists, and materials Just look for the 'Ask Me’ sign in BAM’s galleries! Offered on the first Thursday of each month, visitors can stop by any time between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Art Answers features a different work of art every month. |
| June 6, 2013 |
Explore the history of objects from the exhibition Origins: Objects of Material Culture through stories and performances.
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| July 4, 2013 |
Talk with experts about the planets, stars, moon rocks, and space travel inspired by the installation Kahn and Selesnick: Mars Revisited. |
| August 1, 2013 |
Learn more about Kehinde Wiley’s large-scale portraits – the symbolism, inspiration, and process. |
Family
Programs
BAM's Family programs are free with the price of admission.
Toddler Wednesday
Sponsored by Target |
Come make art together! The first Wednesday of each month, anytime between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., children ages 2-3 with an adult are invited to explore art media related to BAM’s exhibitions. Dress for mess! Bring a container if you would like something in which to carry home your artwork. |
| March 6, 2013 |
Explore the exhibition William Morris and Alexis Rockman: The Art of Nature and paint your own fantastic animals. |
| April 3, 2013 |
Create an object that represents your family after investigating identity in the exhibition Origins: Objects of Material Culture. |
| May 1, 2013 |
After examining the works of William Morris and Alexis Rockman in The Art of Nature, layer translucent materials to make a collage inspired by nature. |
| June 5, 2013 |
Create your own container after viewing the different baskets in Origins: Objects of Material Culture. |
| July 3, 2013 |
Explore the panoramas and continuous stories told by Kahn and Selesnick in Mars Revisited. Then draw your own imaginative story. |
| August 7, 2013 |
Kehinde Wiley’s portraits include backgrounds with animals and symbols. Paint a self-portrait with symbols and animals that you like. |
Family ART Saturday
Sponsored by
Richard and Sondra Hackborn |
Children accompanied by their adult friends are invited to drop in any time between 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on the last Saturday of the month for a hands-on art workshop. This program is recommended for children ages 12 and under, accompanied by an adult. |
| March 30, 2013 |
After exploring the exhibition William Morris and Alexis Rockman: The Art of Nature create a fantastic or futuristic animal using paper and watercolors. |
| April 27, 2013 |
Participate in Slow Art Day – a global event that encourages everyone to look at art slowly. Take time to look at the artwork in the exhibition Origins: Objects of Material Culture, and then discuss your observations as you assemble an object inspired by your discoveries. |
| May 25, 2013 |
Discover the detailed surfaces of glasswork by William Morrisand create your own glass-like surfaces with colors inspired by nature. |
| June 29, 2013 |
Examine baskets from different cultures, then create a container covered in patterns and symbols. |
| July 27, 2013 |
Mars Revisited tells a story of a real place with imaginary events. Draw an imaginary sequence of events inspired by a place you know well. |
| August 31, 2013 |
After exploring the exhibition The World Stage: Israel, paint a family portrait and include important patterns and symbols. |
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Sunday Demonstrations
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Join local artists and experts for afternoon demonstrations and special hands-on experiences related to the exhibitions. The third Sunday each month from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Free with admission. |
| March 17, 2013 |
Celebrate Billie Grace Lynn’s White Elephants by standing next to a life-sized elephant sculpture and learning about the nuances of life in a herd with Zoo Boise. |
| April 21, 2013 |
Read and explore Just So Stories, Anansi the Spider and other stories about the diverse cultures represented in the exhibition Origins: Objects of Material Culture with the Boise Public Library! |
| May 19, 2013 |
Touch samples of glass, handle the tools used in glass blowing, and learn about the process of creating frosted glass. |
| June 16, 2013 |
Learn more about the objects in Origins: Objects of Material Culture and discover the art of basket weaving with local artisans. |
| July 21, 2013 |
Take a behind the scenes look at prop design and materials similar to those used by Kahn and Selesnick in Mars Revisited. |
| August 18, 2013 |
Gain insight to the symbolism and history referenced by paintings in Kehinde Wiley, The World Stage: Israel. |
Adult Programs
Especially for Seniors
Sponsored by Idaho Power |
BAM invites area senior citizens to a presentation featuring a BAM exhibition on the third Wednesday of each month at 2:00 p.m. Seniors (62+) receive free admission
all day. |
| March 20, 2013 |
Wilfred Davis Fletcher Collection: In the Abstract |
| April 17, 2013 |
Origins: Objects of Material Culture |
| May 15, 2013 |
William Morris and Alexis Rockman: The Art of Nature |
| June 19, 2013 |
Origins: Objects of Material Culture |
| July 17, 2013 |
Kahn and Selesnick: Mars Revisited |
| August 21, 2013 |
Kehinde Wiley, World Stage: Israel |
Art Break
Sponsored by the Da Vinci Art Guild |
On the last Thursday of the month at 2:00 p.m. enjoy a 30-minute talk presented by BAM Docents focusing on artwork found in the Museum’s exhibitions.
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| March 28, 2013 |
Billie Grace Lynn: White Elephants |
| April 25, 2013 |
William Morris and Alexis Rockman: The Art of Nature |
| May 30, 2013 |
Origins: Objects of Material Culture |
| June 27, 2013 |
Origins: Objects of Material Culture |
| July 25, 2013 |
Kahn and Selesnick: Mars Revisited |
| August 29, 2013 |
Kehinde Wiley, World Stage: Israel |
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Special Programs
BAM TEACHERS
Educator Art Night
January 31, 2013
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
This special evening for BAM Educator Members and is a great opportunity for professional educators to preview tours, participate in hands-on projects and demonstrations, review audio/visual loan materials, socialize and gather resources for their classrooms.
The Boise Art Museum offers a $10 discount on BAM Membership to full-time, professional educators.
Educator Membership benefits include invitations to Educator Art Night, priority registration on BAM Teacher Institutes and special lecture opportunities. | MORE INFO >> |
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Community Day: Martian Madness!
Saturday, July 27, 2013
Time: Noon – 4:00 p.m.
All ages
Regular admission, BAM members always FREE
Join BAM for a day inspired by the Red Planet! View the exhibition Kahn and Selesnick: Mars Revisited before exploring photography, sculpture, props, costume, and stories. Artists of all ages will be encouraged to add their creations to a community diorama depicting life on Mars. |
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Mars & Stars
Saturday, July 27, 2013
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Ages 18+
$10 ($15 non-members)
Celebrate Mars and decades of space travel with the Boise Art Museum! Inspired by Craters of the Moon National Monument in Idaho, artists Nicholas Kahn and Richard Selesnick have created a new installation for BAM. Explore the exhibition Mars Revisited, gaze at the stars in BAM’s Sculpture Garden, and relax to space-age music. Moon boots optional. |
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