Join us for the Grand Opening of Kosmos•Art at Constellation Studios—a celebration of a new star in the Lincoln art ecosystem!
Grand Opening of Kosmos•Art at Constellation Studios
Join us for the Grand Opening of Kosmos•Art, the new expansion of Constellation Studios! Help us celebrate and activate our exciting new space with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, interactive art activities and demos, studio tours, a raffle, music, and snacks. Don’t miss out on an evening full of creativity, community, and connection! We can't wait to see you there!
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Highlights
- 4 hours
- all ages
- In person
- Free parking
Location
2055 O St
2055 O Street
Lincoln, NE 68510
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Agenda
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An Evening of Celebration and Discovery
Guests will enjoy a lively lineup of activities designed to engage visitors of all ages and interests, including: • Grand opening ceremony and artist-made ribbon cutting • Guided tours of the new expansion and artist studios • Meet-and-greet opportunities with resident artists and collaborators • Interactive printmaking workshop where visitors can create their own artwork • Community carving project led by artist Lindsey Weber, contributing to a large crane sculpture for the MBX mural initiative • Live artist demonstrations throughout the evening • Special African drumming performance by celebrating the power of rhythm, culture, and community • Additional musical performances throughout the event • First look at the new Kosmos•Art Gallery Shop featuring original artwork, prints, and artist-made gifts • Raffle drawings and special giveaways from the Gallery Shop • Refreshments, beverages, and community networking
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Schedule of Events
4:30 PM – Opening Remarks Karen Kunc, Founder & Director Master of Ceremonies: Crystal Bock Theissen 4:45 PM – Artist-Made Ribbon Cutting & Community Photo 5:00 PM – Open House Studio tours, artist demonstrations, and meet-and-greet with resident artists and collaborators Jeremy McDonnell, Hannah Demma, Josie Andreason, Luci Packard, Jan Garvin, the Midwest African Museum of Art. 5:45 PM –Remarks from arts advocates, community partners, and project supporters; Special African drumming performance by Midwest African Museum of Art 6:00 PM – Creative Experiences Hands-on art-making opportunities for all ages 7:00 PM – Explore the Kosmos•Art Gallery Shop Raffle drawings and special prizes 7:45 PM – Closing Appreciation & Acknowledgments 8:00 PM – Event Concludes