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!
Upcoming Events
MAC Literary Nights
Laughs at the MAC: Improv Show
Paranormal Investigation
We are bringing back MAC Literary Nights! Starting in September, on the second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. we will welcome a guest author to read their works, followed up a literary open mic - bring your essays, poetry, or other writings to share!
Schedule of Authors:
September 12 - Ann Pancake
October 10 - Doug Van Gundy
November 14 - Torli Bush
December 12 - Cheryl Denise
January - canceled due to weather
February 13 - Jessica Manack
March 13 - Kirk Judd
Paranormal Investigation
Laughs at the MAC: Improv Show
Paranormal Investigation
Join us for a paranormal investigation of the Historic Post Office! We've investigated twice before, and had contact with some spirits hanging out in the building, now used as the Monongalia Arts Center.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and we will start the investigation at 7 p.m. Spirit Walk Paranormal will use a variety of technology to interact with spirits.
Tickets are $30
Laughs at the MAC: Improv Show
Laughs at the MAC: Improv Show
Laughs at the MAC: Improv Show
In this show a group of quick-thinking comedians take a single suggestion and turn it into a completely improvised performance—full of ridiculous twists, unforgettable characters, and moments that will never happen again. No scripts. No safety nets. Just pure, unfiltered fun!
Tickets are just $10
First Friday for the Arts
First Friday for the Arts
Laughs at the MAC: Improv Show
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!
Morgantown Swing
First Friday for the Arts
Morgantown Swing
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.
Weekly and Monthly Classes
Weekly Acrylics
Meet the Masters Mondays
Monthly Watercolor
Mondays
First Monday of the month
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Join us for a weekly acrylic class (last Monday of each month we will switch to watercolor). Each week, you'll improve your skills, have fun creating art and dive into a different project. Supplies are provided.
Instructor: Alex Gaujot
We require a minimum of 4 students for each class.
$25/student
Monthly Watercolor
Meet the Masters Mondays
Monthly Watercolor
Mondays
Last Monday of the month
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Join us for a month watercolor class, on the last Monday of each month (moved to the first Monday of September). Each class, you'll improve your skills, have fun creating art and dive into a different project. Supplies are provided.
Instructor: Alex Gaujot
We require a minimum of 4 students for each class.
$25/student
Meet the Masters Mondays
Meet the Masters Mondays
Meet the Masters Mondays
Monday
January 6
4:30-5:30 p.m.
This is a monthly class on the classics! Each lesson will explore a new artist, their style and subject matter. From portraits, still-lifes, landscapes and abstracts, students will experience creating like the famous artists from history. Together we will explore a variety of materials and techniques as we
Monday
January 6
4:30-5:30 p.m.
This is a monthly class on the classics! Each lesson will explore a new artist, their style and subject matter. From portraits, still-lifes, landscapes and abstracts, students will experience creating like the famous artists from history. Together we will explore a variety of materials and techniques as we dive into the right world of art history.
Best for ages 6-11.
Instructor: Amanda Garvin
We require a minimum of 5 students for this class.
$12/student
Kids Drawing Class
Meet the Masters Mondays
Meet the Masters Mondays
Saturdays
March
10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Young artist will grow their drawing skill in these classes through new projects each week. The classes will focus on drawing flowers and plants.
This class is best for ages 8-15
Instructor: James Pfaff
We require a minimum of 6 students for this class.
$15/class
Workshops
Partnered Painting
Merengue Social Dance Class
Relief Carving Workshop
POSTPONED - new date coming
Looking for a fun date night or want to just paint with your friend? Come join us for a partnered acrylic painting workshop! Each participant will walk away with a canvas that has been worked on by both parties! Come with ideas or take a chance on a basket of prompts.
Instructor: Devanie Carpenter
We require
POSTPONED - new date coming
Looking for a fun date night or want to just paint with your friend? Come join us for a partnered acrylic painting workshop! Each participant will walk away with a canvas that has been worked on by both parties! Come with ideas or take a chance on a basket of prompts.
Instructor: Devanie Carpenter
We require a minimum of 4 students for this class.
$45/couple
Relief Carving Workshop
Merengue Social Dance Class
Relief Carving Workshop
Saturday
March 29
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Students will learn to convert a photo into a hand-carved print. We will cover carving and printing basics, and students will leave with a finished print, or will have the opportunity to come and keep working on their art piece.
Best for ages 13 and up.
Instructor: Evan Clough
We require a minimum of 5 students for this class.
$40/student
Merengue Social Dance Class
Merengue Social Dance Class
Merengue Social Dance Class
Friday
March 21
7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Grab your date and meet us on the dance floor! This class will introduce you to the fun of merengue!
Instructor: Bill Duff
We require a minimum of 5 couples for this class.
$20/student
Ikebana
All Abilities Dance Class
Merengue Social Dance Class
Saturday
April 19
More info coming soon!
All Abilities Dance Class
All Abilities Dance Class
All Abilities Dance Class
POSTPONED
An adult dance class open to ALL people— with and without disabilities. No experience necessary and ALL are welcome.
Best for ages 18 and up.
Instructor: Megan Colaianni
$10-$20/student
Courses
Studio Acrylics
Stories of a Life-Time
Studio Acrylics
Mondays
March 17 & 24
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
During the two one-hour lessons period, students will create a still life art composition. Our instructor will assist students during the studio sessions. Students will work on one still life from start to completion during the course.
Instructor: Alex Gaujot
$40/student
Flute Choir
Stories of a Life-Time
Studio Acrylics
March 12 - April 30
Wednesdays 6:45 - 8 p.m.
The Community Flute Choir class is designed to bring flute players across Morgantown together to make music and learn in a collaborative setting. Open to flutists of all ages and playing levels – with at least two (2) years of playing experience– this weekly ensemble aims to nurture your lov
March 12 - April 30
Wednesdays 6:45 - 8 p.m.
The Community Flute Choir class is designed to bring flute players across Morgantown together to make music and learn in a collaborative setting. Open to flutists of all ages and playing levels – with at least two (2) years of playing experience– this weekly ensemble aims to nurture your love for the flute and explore creative ways to connect with the instrument.
Instructor:
Dr. Eftihia Arkoudis
$155/student
We require a minimum of 4 students to run this course.
Oil Painting
Stories of a Life-Time
Stories of a Life-Time
April 1-22
Tuesdays 6 - 8 p.m.
This class is a space to encourage confidence with oil painting. It will teach students how to use this medium and practice new skills. Alongside learning it will allow for experimenting and play. Students will combine oil painting practices with a focus on spontaneity, expression, and color.
Instructor:
El
April 1-22
Tuesdays 6 - 8 p.m.
This class is a space to encourage confidence with oil painting. It will teach students how to use this medium and practice new skills. Alongside learning it will allow for experimenting and play. Students will combine oil painting practices with a focus on spontaneity, expression, and color.
Instructor:
Elizabeth Hannah
$140/student
We require a minimum of 4 students to run this course.
Stories of a Life-Time
Stories of a Life-Time
Stories of a Life-Time
Thursdays
for 8 weeks, starting
February 27
2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Discover the art of creative writing by immersing yourself in the rich musical heritage of West Virginia. In this engaging class for older adults, we’ll use music as a gateway to storytelling, drawing inspiration from the region’s wide-ranging sounds—from the haunting strains o
Thursdays
for 8 weeks, starting
February 27
2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Discover the art of creative writing by immersing yourself in the rich musical heritage of West Virginia. In this engaging class for older adults, we’ll use music as a gateway to storytelling, drawing inspiration from the region’s wide-ranging sounds—from the haunting strains of Appalachian ballads and the driving rhythms of bluegrass to the raw energy of punk rock and the anthems of classic rock.
Stories collected will be included in a final interactive installation celebration.
Instructor: Jennie Smith and Stewart Williams
$40/student (sliding scale available)
JAM at the MAC!
Faces of History: Art Portraits with a Twist
Faces of History: Art Portraits with a Twist
January 22 - May 28
Wednesdays 4:30 - 6:30
We are partnering with Arthurdale Heritage Inc and JAM Inc to offer an Appalachian music program for youth grades 4-8. We are offering group lessons in banjo, guitar, and fiddle, plus an enrichment portion with guest musicians and other artists.
Instructors:
Fiddle: Jeannie Sutton
January 22 - May 28
Wednesdays 4:30 - 6:30
We are partnering with Arthurdale Heritage Inc and JAM Inc to offer an Appalachian music program for youth grades 4-8. We are offering group lessons in banjo, guitar, and fiddle, plus an enrichment portion with guest musicians and other artists.
Instructors:
Fiddle: Jeannie Sutton
Guitar: Paul Young
3-finger Banjo: Tom D’Avello
$270/semester (sliding scale available)
Faces of History: Art Portraits with a Twist
Faces of History: Art Portraits with a Twist
Faces of History: Art Portraits with a Twist
POSTPONED!
New date coming soon.
Students will delve into the faces of art. Each project will introduce master artists such as Picasso and Matisse using their work as a starting place for creating various types of portraits. We will draw, collage, paint and sculpt our way through history.
This class is best for ages 7-11
Instructor: Shalya Marsh
$90/student
Bookbinding: The Coptic Stitch
Faces of History: Art Portraits with a Twist
Bookbinding: The Coptic Stitch
POSTPONED!
New date coming soon.
In this course students will make a multiple signature hardcover book from start to finish. You will learn how to make cloth covers, fold pages, sew the book, and connect them together to make a beautiful binding. In addition to coming away with a finished book made by hand, students will also be introd
POSTPONED!
New date coming soon.
In this course students will make a multiple signature hardcover book from start to finish. You will learn how to make cloth covers, fold pages, sew the book, and connect them together to make a beautiful binding. In addition to coming away with a finished book made by hand, students will also be introduced to the tools and terms of bookbinding. This class introduces students to the Coptic stitch, one of the earliest structures in book binding.
This class is best for adults.
Instructor: Shalya Marsh
$95/student
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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