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Events on Wednesday, October 16, 2013, ISM Home

October Feature Window: Bonnie Lopez, Calaveras

Illinois Artisans, Chicago
Tuesday, October 01, 2013 - Thursday, October 31, 2013, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

"Skeletal figures (Calaveras), toys and sugar skulls are found in abundance in the market place. Find out more ...

Craft & Chicago Artists Month Art Spree

Illinois Artisans, Chicago
Wednesday, October 16, 2013 - Thursday, October 17, 2013, 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

15 Artisans display and demonstrate their technique.
Meet the artisans and browse one-of-a-kind fine craft.

The Illinois Artisans Program is part of Chicago Artists Month 2013, the 18th annual celebration of Chicago’s vibrant art community presented by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events.  Find out more about the participating artisans and see images of the unique demos on facebook. For more information on Chicago Artists Month, visit www.chicagoartistsmonth.org.

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National Fossil Day

Illinois State Museum, Springfield
Wednesday, October 16, 2013, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

The Museum is partnering with the National Park Service for the 4th annual National Fossil Day. Find out more ...

Adult Workshop: Flipping Your Scraps II

Southern Illinois Art & Artisans Center
Wednesday, October 16, 2013, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Instructor: Sherrie Grob

Our First class was so successful we are offering a second, more challenging workshop. Find out more ...

Brownbag Lectures: The Harp: An Introduction and History

ISM Research & Collections Center
Wednesday, October 16, 2013, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Presented by Erich Schroeder, Illinois State Mueum, and Maureen Douglas

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