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Reynolda welcomes learners of all ages who may have a range of interests. Adults can enjoy special programming and service opportunities that aim to make art, nature, and history accessible to all. Before, during, or even after your visit, explore the programs and resources below to learn more about our permanent art collection and historic estate.
Events & Workshops
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Apr 17, 2026, 12:30pm — 1:30pm
Bring a container from home (20” max. width & depth) and join horticulturist Michelle Hawks in this interactive workshop. Soil and a selection of Michelle’s favorites will be available to choo…
Apr 23, 2026, 1:00pm — 3:00pm
Are you curious about American history and culture? Do you want to learn more about what art can tell us about the past and ourselves? Join Allison Slaby, curator, and Julia Tanner, director of teachi…
Apr 25, 2026, 9:30am — 4:00pm
After exploring art in a variety of ways in Layered Looking: Making Sense of Art, join us in the Bragg Studios for an opportunity to create your own work of art. Each Saturday offering will feature a …
Apr 25, 2026, 2:00pm — 4:00pm
Minnie Evans: Draw or Die is a visually rich documentary exploring the life and work of Minnie Evans (1892–1987), a self-taught African American artist whose intricate, dream-infused art emerged fro…
Apr 28, 2026, 12:30pm — 1:30pm
Bobby Ward, author of Chlorophyll in His Veins, J. C. Raulston Horticultural Ambassador, shares his insight into the life of a man who shaped the lives and careers of so many in the horticulture and g…
Apr 29, 2026, 1:30pm — 3:30pm
Leading industrialists of a century ago escaped to grand estates in the country, made more accessible by rail lines and the automobile. Their palatial properties harked back to a tradition of Anglo-Ir…
Coming Spring 2026: Adult Classes
Join curator Allison Slaby and director of teaching and learning, Julia Tanner, to learn how art teaches us about the past and ourselves.
Join Deputy Director Phil Archer to learn how “palaces for pigs” and “condos for cows” shaped rural life—and why their legacy still matters today.
Resources & Programs
In this multi-session course, lifelong learners will dive into the history of Reynolda and explore our collection of American Art.
Inspired by Reynolda’s permanent collection and exhibitions, these programs are designed to further your understanding of American art.
Examine the estate’s history through its architecture, oral histories, and surviving documents.
Make the most of your visit and schedule a 90-minute guided tour.
Become a volunteer to enrich the lives of all who visit Reynolda.
In this digital series, Reynolda curators and staff provide a closer look at a piece of artwork or a story from the Museum’s history.