We are excited to announce that Santa is making a stop at the Brookings Arts Council during our Festival of Trees! He will be here Saturday, December 21st from 2-7 pm. Please stop in so your little ones can share their wishlist with Santa and watch as he will be making clay animals.
Join local artists Laurel Wengler and Ginny Weeks in learning beautiful art of stained glass! Make your own custom and truly one-of-a-kind stained glass plant stake or window hanging to glitter in the sun, all year long. - This is a one session class- All supplies included- Wear old clothing and closed toed shoes- Adults […]
The BAC is thrilled to announce that long-time songwriter and storyteller Cory Cavill, hailing from Rapid City, will be bringing her captivating performance, “Welcome to the Frog Pond,” to the Brookings Arts Council. This incredible event will take place on June 8th, with a performance at 2:30 PM, with tickets available for $15.50 online, and […]
Looking for a cute Valentine's idea? Join local artist Eileen Binkley for a Watercolor Paint n' Sip. You'll make easy and fun "messy hearts" and can add affirmations to them if you'd like. These would make the sweetest handmade Valentines for someone special. Whether it's a date night or a girls' night, this event is […]
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a sweet, hands-on cookie decorating class led by Rebekah Bassett of Sisters Spice & Everything Nice. Participants will receive six Valentine-themed cookies and learn decorating techniques using icing and festive details. Perfect for a fun night out, a date activity, or a creative treat with friends. 💕🍪 Adult participation required for those under 12 […]
Discover the cozy, painterly possibilities of wool in this one-day Wool Painting workshop taught by Suzanne Fairchild of Fairchild Farm & Mercantile. Using dyed wool fibers, you’ll “paint” with color and texture to create a soft, dimensional artwork—no brushes or prior experience required. Younger artists (12 and under) are invited to attend with an adult. […]
Art can help us understand ourselves, connect with others, and work through experiences that are difficult to put into words. It can be a source of comfort, a way to process change, or simply a reason to keep moving forward into the next day. For some artists, making art is part of healing. For others, […]
Unwind and get creative with an acrylic Paint & Sip class! Participants will be guided step-by-step through creating a finished painting while enjoying a relaxed, social atmosphere. No prior painting experience is necessary, just come ready to have fun and explore your creativity. 🎨 Class Requirements One drink included in price, restrictions may apply We […]
Join us for another Community Art Day! Gather your friends and family for art making with Brookings Council and a special guest artist at the South Dakota Art Museum. Each event features a different creative project led by an area artist, with simple, approachable activities that anyone can enjoy; no prior art experience needed. Come […]