Midwest Museum Offers Spring Break Art Classes

Classes include yarn looming, watercolor storytelling, and Kentucky Derby hat-making.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 9:15pm

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The Midwest Museum of American Art in Elkhart, Indiana is offering several art classes for children and adults during the upcoming spring break period. The classes include making 'Silly Yarn Monster Friends' through looming, creating a three-panel watercolor painting, and crafting Kentucky Derby-themed hats.

Why it matters

The museum's spring break programming provides creative outlets and educational opportunities for local students and adults during the school vacation period. The diverse array of hands-on art classes caters to a range of ages and skill levels, promoting artistic expression and community engagement.

The details

The museum is hosting three classes in April: a yarn looming class for ages 8-12 on April 7, a two-day watercolor storytelling class for ages 13+ on April 9-10, and a Kentucky Derby hat-making class for ages 21+ on April 23. Registration is available through the museum's online store, with member discounts offered.

  • The spring break art classes will take place in April 2026.
  • The yarn looming class is on Tuesday, April 7 from 12:30-2pm.
  • The watercolor storytelling class is on Thursday, April 9 and Friday, April 10 from 3-5pm.
  • The Kentucky Derby hat-making class is on Thursday, April 23 from 5:30-7pm.

The players

Midwest Museum of American Art

An art museum located in Elkhart, Indiana that showcases American art and hosts educational programming.

Emma Marsh

The assistant curator at the Midwest Museum of American Art.

Jennifer Burns Abrell

The executive director of the Midwest Museum of American Art.

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What they’re saying

“Spring break is days away for students across the area, and the Midwest Museum of American Art is offering several art classes for children and adults.”

— Emma Marsh, Assistant Curator

“Registration for all these classes is available at the museum's online store at midwestmuseum.org/mmaa-store/.”

— Jennifer Burns Abrell, Executive Director

What’s next

The museum encourages the public to register for the spring break art classes through their online store before spots fill up.

The takeaway

The Midwest Museum of American Art is providing a diverse range of hands-on art experiences for both children and adults during the upcoming spring break period, promoting creativity, community engagement, and educational enrichment in the local Elkhart area.