Thursday, May 15

MoCA on the Move at Met Park: May + June Mixer Happy Hour Series

Grab your friends, and join us in the park for art making, live jazz, and more! Thursdays in May and June. Free!

By Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington

Select date and time

Thursday, May 15 · 4:30 - 6:30pm EDT

Location

Metropolitan Park

South Fern Street Arlington, VA 22202

About this event

Thursdays in May + June, the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington will host fresh, fun art making activities at Metropolitan Park alongside Jazz @ Met Park. Grab a friend and come by between 4:30-6:30pm. FREE!

--> Different activities and artist spotlights each week

--> Jazz @ Met will be playing smooth tunes and setting the vibe! Find the full write up and details on the jazz program from National Landing.

--> Tasty Treats available from Toby's Ice Cream and Good Company Doughnuts

Line up of Featured Artist, Activities, and Musicians:

May 8: Watercolor a Prints of the Native Plants in Met Park // Music from Akua Allrich & the TRIBE (Afro-Jazz)

May 15: Artist Spotlight: Danni O'Brien "Spring has Sprung: Printmaking with Plants!" // Music from Jo-Go Project (Jazz and Go-Go)

May 22: Abstract Pattern Design and Collage // Music from Alison Crockett (Jazz Fusion)

May 29: Decoupage on Wood // Music from Veronneau (Brazilian Jazz)

June 5: Personalize a Fan // Music from Son Cubano Subterraneo (Cuban Son)

June 12: Print Making Basics- Explore Block Printing with Foam // Music from Carr Keys (Straight Ahead Soul)

Frequently asked questions

What kind of activities will there be?

Activities and materials will vary each week! Expect: watercolor, print making, collage, and more....check the event details for activity listings by date!

What if I don't know much about art?

This is for you, too! Activities are designed for absolute beginners and experienced artists as well. We believe that everyone has an inner creative. How you approach the activity will vary with experience, but instruction will be available from experienced artists and creatives, if you'd like!

Will there be food?

You can check out the Toby's Ice Cream cart for a rotation of pre-scooped flavors each week. Good Company Doughnuts will also be popping up with bites and drinks for purchase. You're also welcome to pack a picnic and bring it along!

Who organizes the music?

DC Jazz Festival coordinates the program and line up of musicians for Jazz@Met Park. We're proud to partner with the National Landing BID who sponsors this amazing season of live, outdoor music!

Organized by

Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington

Previously known as the Arlington Arts Center, the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that enriches community life by connecting the public with contemporary art and artists through exhibitions, education programs, and an artists-in-residence program. Located at 3550 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA, the museum is open Wed.-Sun. 12-5pm. The museum has free on-site parking, is easy to reach by metro and bus, and is accessible. There is no admission fee to visit. For more information about our exhibitions and programming, visit mocaarlington.org. Follow us @mocaarlington.