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  1. Indigenous Heritage Celebration

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    Thursday, November 6 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

    Join us for a FREE celebration with our Indigenous community, featuring food, music, art, and dance representing Indigenous traditions across the world. 

    Featured Guests: 

    EVAN “BLUE SKY” LOGAN & Group:
    A tribal Bear/Thunder (Warrior) clan member of the Ho-Chunk Nation of Wisconsin. Through his lifetime he was raised and taught by some of the most key influential people not only within the Ho-Chunk Nation, but throughout Native America. Logan grew up hands on learning the Native way of life. Evan is the 3rd generation out of his family who continues to share and spread awareness of the Native American World and their cultures, along with his family. Today, he continues to be a performer, artist, craftsman, teacher, speaker, activist, entertainer, and singer.

    SHAYA SCHREIBER:
    A member of the Marten Falls Band of Ojibwe, a First Nation community in Ontario, Canada. She was raised and currently resides in Madison, Wisconsin. At the age of 8 years old, Shaya learned her skills from a family friend and began making regalia, beadwork and moccasins. Today, Shaya has over 16 years of practice and considers her art to be both traditional and contemporary. Growing up, she didn’t get the opportunity to be surrounded by her Ojibwe culture however, as Shaya learned more about her heritage and traditional Art over time, it helped her create connections with other native Artists which gave her the opportunity to pass her knowledge down to the next generation. As a Social worker at an Elementary school, Shaya is able to share Native American art, culture and experiences with her students.
     
    Performance:
    • Evan “Blue Sky” Logan and group, storytelling and traditional songs, 6:00pm to 7:00 pm, Wildernest 
    Activities:
    • Indigenous Stamps with Shaya, carved stamps and printmaking, 5:30pm to 7:30pm, Art Studio, 2nd floor
    • Coloring Wall, Art Studio
    • Madison Reading Project, 5:00pm to 8:00pm, 2nd floor 
    • Scavenger Hunt, 1st floor
    • Voter Registration, 1st floor
    • Children’s voting station, 1st floor
    • Three Sisters Garden – Rooftop, 5pm to 7 pm
    • Animal Game Matching, Wildernest, 5pm to 8pm
    Food:
    Samples by Mama Krissy’s in Celebrations (Frybread creations)

    Support for Cultural Heritage Celebrations is provided by

    Madison Gas and Electric Company

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  2. Gallery Night: Free Admission

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    Friday, November 7 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

    Join us for Madison’s fall Gallery Night! Enjoy an evening of creativity for adults and kids alike, featuring a new Sidewalk Surprise installation by Michelle Martin; Up-Sky Down, a new interactive sculpture by the MCM exhibits team; artwork by MCM staff and community members; and hands-on crafting.

    Cash bar and light refreshments available.

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  3. Art Adventures: Terroriums

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    Sunday, October 19 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

    Unleash your imagination as you build a miniature scene filled with curious creatures and uncanny charm. Our “terrorium” project blends nature, art, and storytelling in a tiny world you create. Kids can build a diorama that’s mysterious or magical—whatever feels just right. All materials provided, and free with admission.

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  4. Art Adventures: Haunted Dioramas

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    Unleash your imagination as you build a miniature scene filled with curious creatures and uncanny charm. Our “terrorium” project blends nature, art, and storytelling in a tiny world you create. Kids can build a diorama that’s mysterious or magical—whatever feels just right. All materials provided, and free with admission.

  5. The Great Apple Crunch

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    Celebrate local farmers by tasting different varieties of locally grown apples. The Great Apple Crunch celebrates National Farm to School Month while supporting local producers and promoting local fresh food and healthy eating.

  6. Exploration Station: Pet Rocks

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    Create your very own pet rock! Customize your pet by giving it their own name, personality, and style! Then take your pet home to live with you!

  7. Member Party: Monster Mash

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    Friday, October 17 @ 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm

    Little monsters take over the museum at our members-only Halloween bash!

    Step into your silliest costume and celebrate the spirit of the season with frightfully fun activities and (free!) light refreshments, courtesy of MCM.

    This event is for current museum members only. Registration is $10 per family (after MCM member discount.)

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  8. Downtown Madison Family Halloween

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    Wednesday, October 29 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

    Make MCM the first stop on your trick-or-treat trip around the Capitol Square! Enjoy a free, family-oriented Halloween celebration for kids 12 yrs and younger in downtown Madison. Join us for free playtime and outdoor activities, 3–6 pm in the Wonderground (enter on Dayton St.). This event is free to the public, no ticket required!

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  9. Aventuras en Español – Luz, Regalos y Recuerdos / Light, Gifts & Memories

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    Termina el año con luz, regalos hechos a mano y recuerdos familiares.

    Wrap up the year with light, handmade gifts, and warm family memories.

    Crearemos adornos, cupones de amabilidad y decoraciones de temporada.

    Make ornaments, kindness coupons, and seasonal decorations in a joyful bilingual space.

    #FiestaDeLuz #FamilyCreativity #RegalosConAmor

  10. Aventuras en Español – Gracias a la Vida / Giving Thanks Together

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    Thursday, November 13 @ 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm

    Expresa tu gratitud creando un mural familiar de agradecimientos.

    Create a family mural of thankfulness, together in Spanish and English.

    Canta, dibuja, y comparte mensajes de amor y comunidad.

    Sing, draw, and share joyful notes of connection.

    #GratitudEnFamilia #Gracias #BilingualJoy

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