Classes & Workshops

Develop your skills or learn something new, the Erie Art museum has a variety of classes starting each quarter. Be the first to learn about new classes with our e-newsletter!

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FAQ & Class Policies

Group Painting Workshops

Fall 2026 CLASSES & Workshops

Classes start in September, October, or November.

Fundamentals of Photography

Improv at the Museum

Jewelry Making: Beads & Gallery Wrap Necklace

Eerie Legends and Folklore

The Art of Horror

Expressive Printmaking

Taste and Smell: Food Writing That Activates the Senses

Bonsai Terrarium Building Workshop

Sewing & Bead Design (closed)

Intro to Special Effects (closed)

Fine Jewelry Making (closed)

Asian Watercolor (closed)

Sewing Machine Basics 101 (closed)

Sewing Machine Basics 102 (closed)

Class Calendar

“Loved the class, loved meeting the museum staff along the way, and just loved the overall vibe of everything. 10/10 overall. I've been telling everyone and their mom (literally) about the class and how many different ones y'all are offering.”

—DIY Screen Printing Student
"...I also very much appreciate the Erie Art Museum investing into our community in this way and for the sliding scale. If it wasn't for the sliding scale I most likely would not have been able to participate. Please keep doing this, Erie needs it.”

—Class Feedback Survey
“Having dedicated time to draw the model was great. I don't get a lot of time to do this, so just the 3-hour window of drawing weekly was really life-giving and refreshing.”

—Intro to Figure Drawing Student

Additional Public Programming

Event Calendar

Thomas Paquette Artist Talk & Gallery Walk

Oct 16

October 16, 2026

Thomas Paquette Artist Talk & Gallery Walk

October 16, 2026

Oct 17

October 17, 2026

Access For All

October 17, 2026

Oct 18

October 18, 2026

Patricia Bellan-Gillen: Artist Talk

October 18, 2026

Nov 8

November 8, 2026

Second Sunday

November 8, 2026

Adaptive Art: Free Visual Arts Class for Adults with Disabilities (18+)

Nov 13

November 13, 2026

Adaptive Art: Free Visual Arts Class for Adults with Disabilities (18+)

November 13, 2026

Adaptive Art takes place on the second Friday of each month, from 10:30 am – 12 pm.

Adaptive Art is a monthly visual arts and creativity class designed for adults (18+) with disabilities. Thanks to a generous grant from Ronald McDonald House Charities, registration is currently free while funds last. In this class, participants will explore various adaptive mediums such as movement, drawing, painting, and poetry to find new ways of self-expression and PLAY alongside talented and passionate teacher, Sara Fisher. Don't miss this opportunity to discover the joy of art in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Parking & Accessibility Notice

Please note Adaptive Art program on August 14th takes place during CelebrateErie, when downtown Erie experiences increased traffic, road closures, and larger crowds. As a result, navigating to the Museum may take a little longer than usual and may present additional accessibility considerations for some participants.

We recommend allowing extra travel time and parking in the 5th & Peach Parking Garage, which offers convenient access to the Museum.
We appreciate your patience and look forward to welcoming you!

November 13, 2026