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Wednesday January 03

10:00 am

Gladys’ Gang Toddler Edition: Mirror, Mirror

In this session we explore reflections — whether it’s in a mirror or a pool of water. Join us as we search for mirror images throughout the galleries and create our own reflective creations.

Thursday January 04

10:00 am

Free First Thursday at the CMA

Enjoy free admission and extended hours. Last gallery entry at 7:30 p.m. Be on Boyd Plaza in the evening for live music, food vendors, and a beer garden.

Saturday January 06

10:00 am

Art Class: Understanding the Basics

Understanding the basic components of art — the elements of art and the principles of design — is the gateway to successful creation.

Saturday January 06

6:00 pm

Runaway Rewind

Come together to celebrate style, sustainability, and the creativity of reclaimed couture with the Columbia Design League. For one night only, Columbia’s original recycled fashion contest is back.

Wednesday January 10

6:30 pm

The Art of Influence: Blade Runner

To celebrate exhibition Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous in its closing days at the CMA, the museum teams up with the Nickelodeon Theater for a two-part film series exploring creative connections behind some of McQueen’s most iconic looks on the runway.

Thursday January 11

6:00 pm

Undeniable Influence: Gay Men in the Arts

Thursday, January 11 | Doors at 6:00 p.m. | Panel 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. | Tour to follow

Join us for a fascinating conversation among peers during the final weeks of Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous. Inspired by the life and art of Lee Alexander McQueen as well as Sergio Hudson, the subject of Sergio Hudson: Focused on the Fit, the CMA brings together a panel of creative professionals from the Midlands for a discussion celebrating the voices and impacts of gay men in the arts and exploring what it is about the gay male experience that places them at the forefront of expression in the arts and other creative professions.

Monday January 15

12:00 pm

Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the CMA

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the CMA is open with free admission and hosting special MLK Day programming. Don’t miss FAAAC presents A Storytelling Celebration , featuring line dancing on Boyd Plaza hosted by Franklin Jones beginning at 1:00 and a storytelling celebration beginning at 1:30. Free admission supported by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.

Monday January 15

1:00 pm

FAAAC presents A Storytelling Celebration

Monday, January 15 | Line dancing 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. | Storytelling 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

Join the Friends of African American Art & Culture for the fourth annual storytelling performance celebrating the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Wednesday January 17

10:00 am

Gladys’ Gang Preschool Edition: Mirror, Mirror

In this session we explore reflections — whether it’s in a mirror or a pool of water. Join us as we search for mirror images throughout the galleries and create our own reflective creations.

Wednesday January 17

6:00 pm

The Art of Influence: The Shining

To celebrate exhibition Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous in its closing days at the CMA, the museum teams up with the Nickelodeon Theater for a two-part film series exploring creative connections behind some of McQueen’s most iconic looks on the runway.

Saturday January 20-27

Art Class: Fashion Illustration

Saturdays, January 20 and 27 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

In this two-part class, students learn the basics of fashion illustration while taking inspiration from featured exhibitions Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous and Sergio Hudson: Focused on the Fit.

Saturday January 20

6:00 pm

The Rendez-Vous Experience

During closing weekend of Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous, join us to celebrate this remarkable exhibition in an evening of creativity, collaboration, and connection, in partnership with The Creative Culture Brand.

All Events

Gladys’ Gang Toddler Edition: Mirror, Mirror

Free First Thursday at the CMA

Art Class: Understanding the Basics

Runaway Rewind

The Art of Influence: Blade Runner

Undeniable Influence: Gay Men in the Arts

Thursday, January 11 | Doors at 6:00 p.m. | Panel 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. | Tour to follow

Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the CMA

FAAAC presents A Storytelling Celebration

Monday, January 15 | Line dancing 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. | Storytelling 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

Gladys’ Gang Preschool Edition: Mirror, Mirror

The Art of Influence: The Shining

Art Class: Fashion Illustration

Saturdays, January 20 and 27 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

The Rendez-Vous Experience