Classes and Events
Take a class or Join us at upcoming shows, concerts and performances throughout the year!
Enjoy special events, create something new or hone your skills at our year-round adult and children's classes. We offer private lessons, too!
If you're interested in taking a class that isn't on the schedule, email us at info@monartscenter.com and we will try to set it up! If you are interested in teaching a class, please fill out this form, and email us (we don't always monitor form submissions).
We strive to make arts accessible for all - once we reach the minimum of students needed to run a class, we offer scholarships. Email info@monartscenter.com if you are interested in receiving a scholarship.
Get involved!
Want to get connect with the community through the arts? Become a MAC volunteer! We have a range of needs, from attending our front desk (bring a book or project to work on), event assistance, tidying and organizing, and larger projects. We need volunteers on regular schedules and on once-in-a-while basis. If you are interested in learning more and getting involve, shoot us an email (info@monartscenter.com).
We have two volunteer info sessions coming up: Wednesday August 6 at 6 p.m. and Saturday August 16 at 11 a.m.
During these sessions we will do a tour of the building, introduce you to our team and discuss volunteer opportunities.
Upcoming Events
MAC Literary Nights
First Friday for the Arts
First Friday for the Arts
We are bringing back MAC Literary Nights! On the second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. we welcome a guest author to read their works, followed up a literary open mic - bring your essays, poetry, or other writings to share!
June - Michael Comiskey
July - Cat Pleska
August - Laura Jackson
September - Karen Salyer McElmurray
First Friday for the Arts
First Friday for the Arts
First Friday for the Arts
Join us on the First Friday of each month for two new gallery openings! Check our social media for addition activities during First Fridays! Stop by to grab a map and info about other participating locations!
Brown Bag Concert Series
Brown Bag Concert Series
Brown Bag Concert Series
Our new Brown Bag Concert Series is a high-quality live performance on the first Wednesday of the month. Bring your lunch, and enjoy this free 45 minute concert.
No concert in August, we will resume this series in September!
Morgantown Swing
Brown Bag Concert Series
Brown Bag Concert Series
We are so excited to welcome back the Morgantown Swing dancers! Come on Tuesdays from 7-9 p.m. for a lesson and dance session! Tickets available at the door.
Intensive Workshops
Capture the Rhythm of Movement
Discover the heart of Appalachia through your brush
Discover the heart of Appalachia through your brush
Monday - Friday
September 8-12
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Choose your painting mediums for this unique and immersive art experience that brings together the vibrant worlds of visual art, music, and dance. This is more than a workshop — it’s a chance to connect with the energy of performance and translate it into expressive, personal artwork.
Over the c
Monday - Friday
September 8-12
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Choose your painting mediums for this unique and immersive art experience that brings together the vibrant worlds of visual art, music, and dance. This is more than a workshop — it’s a chance to connect with the energy of performance and translate it into expressive, personal artwork.
Over the course of the session(s), you’ll observe live dancers and musicians and explore how to capture the rhythm, posture, and emotion of their performance on paper or canvas.
Instructor: International artist Anna Martin
We require a minimum of 6 students for this class.
$315/members
$350/non-members
Discover the heart of Appalachia through your brush
Discover the heart of Appalachia through your brush
Discover the heart of Appalachia through your brush
Monday - Friday
September 15 -19
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Use the paint medium of your choice in this dynamic five-day workshop using Morgantown as your creative base. From the rich cultural tapestry of its university town to the sweeping landscapes and layered histories of the surrounding state—this is your opportunity to explore, respond to, a
Monday - Friday
September 15 -19
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Use the paint medium of your choice in this dynamic five-day workshop using Morgantown as your creative base. From the rich cultural tapestry of its university town to the sweeping landscapes and layered histories of the surrounding state—this is your opportunity to explore, respond to, and capture the many faces of West Virginia.
Instructor: International artist Anna Martin
We require a minimum of 6 students for this class.
$315/members
$350/non-members
Single Session Workshops
Acrylic Workshop
Wire Wrap Ring Workshop
Wire Wrap Ring Workshop
Monday
August 25
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Develop your skills painting with acrylics on canvas. All supplies are included, and all skill levels are welcome.
Instructor: Alexandria Gaujot
$25/student
Wire Wrap Ring Workshop
Wire Wrap Ring Workshop
Wire Wrap Ring Workshop
Friday
September 26
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Want to dabble in jewelry making? Learn to make wire wrap rings in this workshop! All tools and supplies are included.
Instructor: Devanie Carpenter
We require a minimum of 5 students for this class.
$45/student
Ikebana
Wire Wrap Ring Workshop
Sea Life Relief Printing
Saturday
August 16
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Learn the art of Japanese flower arranging and create a beautiful landscape inspired design in this class.
Instructor: Motoko Hattori
$30/student (plus one-time tool fee)
Sea Life Relief Printing
All-Abilities Dance Class
Sea Life Relief Printing
Saturday
August 30
12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
This workshop will focus on carving sea life inspired prints, with subjects such as seashells and fish skeletons. Bring a design that inspires you or use one provided by our instructor.
Enrollment includes a session in our maker space outside of class time.
Instructor: Evan Clough
We require a minimum of 5 students for this class.
$50/student
All-Abilities Dance Class
All-Abilities Dance Class
All-Abilities Dance Class
Thursday
August 7
6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
An adult dance class open to ALL people— with and without disabilities. No experience necessary and ALL are welcome. For beginners, this class provides an opportunity for dancers to choose movements that are true to their bodies. There are no wrong choices in this class and we place emphasis on exploring
Thursday
August 7
6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
An adult dance class open to ALL people— with and without disabilities. No experience necessary and ALL are welcome. For beginners, this class provides an opportunity for dancers to choose movements that are true to their bodies. There are no wrong choices in this class and we place emphasis on exploring the dancers’ unique movement possibilities. For advanced dancers, this class provides an opportunity to study improvisation within a diverse group of movers.
Instructor: Megan Colaianni
$10-20/student
Multi Session Courses
MAC FOLK Program
"Honeycomb" Chair Dancing
Watercolor Naturescape
Wednesdays
Sept 24 - Nov 12
4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Join us for the MAC FOLK (Fostering Old-time Learning for Kids) program this fall! This is an eight week session for youth grades 4-12. Students may bring their fiddle, banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass or dulcimer - or borrow one of our instruments to learn on for the semester!
Each 1.5 hour class
Wednesdays
Sept 24 - Nov 12
4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Join us for the MAC FOLK (Fostering Old-time Learning for Kids) program this fall! This is an eight week session for youth grades 4-12. Students may bring their fiddle, banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass or dulcimer - or borrow one of our instruments to learn on for the semester!
Each 1.5 hour class will start out with technique/sectionals, then students will break into groups by skill level to make mini-string bands. Instruction will be supplemented by cultural sessions such as square dance lessons and guest artists. All experience levels are welcome!
Instructors: Jacob Lambert, Jeanne Sutton, and Tom D'Avello
$150/student
Watercolor Naturescape
"Honeycomb" Chair Dancing
Watercolor Naturescape
Mondays
August 11 and 18
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Learn to paint nature using watercolors. Weather permitting, we may take this class outside for part of the class time.
Instructor:
Alexandria Gaujot
$40/student
We require a minimum of 4students to run this course.
Darkroom Printing
"Honeycomb" Chair Dancing
"Honeycomb" Chair Dancing
Wednesdays
August 13 and 20
6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Learn to use enlargers, printing chemicals, proper drying and more in this black and white darkroom printing class. Bring your own negatives or use negatives from our archive.
Enrollment includes two sessions in the darkroom outside of class time.
Instructor: Dan Friend
We require a minimum of 2 students to run this class.
$130/student
"Honeycomb" Chair Dancing
"Honeycomb" Chair Dancing
"Honeycomb" Chair Dancing
Mondays
August 18 & 25, September 1, 8, & 15
6 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Let’s get slinky! In this beginner-friendly dance routine we’ll use the chair and floor to explore the basics of sensual movement. The goal is for you to leave class feeling both challenged and empowered. No dance experience is needed.
Instructor:
Kat Timm
$110/student
We require a minimum of 4 students to run this course.
Refund policy and Waiver
Wondering happens if a class gets canceled, or your schedule changes?
Monongalia Arts Center
107 High Street, P.O. Box 239, Morgantown, West Virginia 26507, United States
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