Art Making
Create your own masterpiece at a free art-making activity or art-filled workshop at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts.
Looking for a free family outing? Join us for a free Third Saturday for Families or a free Museum Storytime!
Upcoming Events
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Third Saturday for Families: Treescapes Â
The University of Utah campus around the Museum is a treasure trove of different kinds of trees. Roam the grounds and discover the variety of trees both on campus and in the landscape artworks on view inside the galleries. Explore with an artist’s eye and then join us in the classroom to create your own…
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Unearth a Story: Clay Pots
Nurture your curiosity, feed your imagination, and embrace the joy of discovery. Join the UMFA at the Anderson-Foothill Library to create your own clay pot!
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Unearth a Story: Be a Paleoartist!
Join the UMFA at Glendale Branch Library to become a paleoartist!
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UMFA in the Wild: Gyotaku Fish Rubbings
Take a day trip to Willard Bay State Park and create your own work of art inspired by the traditional Japanese art of Gyotaku fish prints.
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Unearth a Story: Painted Terracotta
The UMFA’s pottery collection is a treasure of ancient vases, pots, and dishes made from terracotta. Fun fact: Terracotta means “baked earth” in Italian! Find inspiration in these ancient artworks to decorate your own terracotta dishes.
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Unearth a Story: Clay Pots
Nurture your curiosity, feed your imagination, and embrace the joy of discovery Join the UMFA at Chapman Branch Library to create your own clay pot.
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Unearth a Story: Copper Wire Sculptures
Get inspired by copper artists then twist and model copper wire to create our own mini sculpture!
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Unearth a Story: Painted Terracotta
Nurture your curiosity, feed your imagination, and embrace the joy of discovery. Join the UMFA at Sweet Branch Library to paint your own terracotta dishes.
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UMFA in the Wild: Leather Bracelets
Take a day trip to Willard Bay State Park and create your own leather bracelet.
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Unearth a Story: Clay Pots
Experiment with coil, slab, and pinch pot techniques to create your own clay pot.
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Unearth a Story: Be a Paleoartist!
Make your own fossil rubbing then “flesh it out” by drawing skin, teeth, feathers, or horns.
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UMFA in the Wild: Leather Bracelets
Study nature to draw inspiration and create your own wearable art and to draw your designs on a leather bracelet!Â
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UMFA in the Wild: Paper Flowers
Learn about the tradition of flores de papel, and create your own colorful paper flowers to decorate your home or yourself!
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UMFA in the Wild: Moon Viewing and Sketching
Take a day trip to Antelope Island State Park and create your own moonscape art!
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UMFA in the Wild: Torn Paper Landscapes
Take a day trip to Antelope Island State Park and create your own moonscape art!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!
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Once Upon an Art Museum
Looking for a free family activity in Salt Lake City? Admission to the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is always free every first Wednesday of the month, and now the day is extra special. Bring your youngest art appreciators to the UMFA for storytime, fine art, and hands-on activities in the galleries!