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Artist talks, gallery tours, film screenings and more — there’s always something fun and new happening at the Appleton. Our programs and special events bring people and art together in fun and engaging ways.

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Pints and Prints

Special Events Studio Arts

Saturday, September 21, 2024  |  5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Led by instructors E. Marie Fielding and Vanessa Zumba-Gonzalez, this special printmaking event is for adults 21 and up.

Pints and Prints
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Free First Saturday

Free Special Events

Saturday, October 5, 2024  |  10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Admission is free on the first Saturday of each month.

Free First Saturday
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“Art in Spain” with Dr. Jose Gaudier

Free Special Events

Saturday, October 5, 2024  |  11 a.m. - Noon

Join Dr. Jose Gaudier for a talk on the evolution of art in Spain.

“Art in Spain” with Dr. Jose Gaudier
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CF International Film Screening: “The Seventh Seal”

Film Special Events

Tuesday, October 8, 2024  |  2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

The CF Ira Holmes International Film Series presents “The Seventh Seal”. (NR, Sweden, 1957, 1 h 36 m)

CF International Film Screening: “The Seventh Seal”
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Free Admission: Arthur I. Appleton’s Birthday

Free Special Events

Saturday, October 12, 2024  |  10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Enjoy free admission in honor of museum founder Arthur I. Appleton (October 14, 1915-January 15, 2008).

Free Admission: Arthur I. Appleton’s Birthday
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Free Admission: Arthur I. Appleton’s Birthday

Free Special Events

Sunday, October 13, 2024  |  Noon - 5 p.m.

Enjoy free admission in honor of museum founder Arthur I. Appleton (October 14, 1915-January 15, 2008).

Free Admission: Arthur I. Appleton’s Birthday
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Director’s Circle Reception: “Transformational Gifts”

Special Events

Saturday, October 19, 2024  |  5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Appleton Director's Circle members are invited to celebrate the opening of "Transformational Gifts: Recent Acquisitions (2019–2024)."

Director’s Circle Reception: “Transformational Gifts”
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CF International Film Screening: “Psycho”

Film Special Events

Tuesday, October 22, 2024  |  2 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.

The CF Ira Holmes International Film Series presents “Psycho.” (R, USA, 1960, 1 h 49 m)

CF International Film Screening: “Psycho”
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Free First Saturday

Free Special Events

Saturday, November 2, 2024  |  10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Admission is free on the first Saturday of each month.

Free First Saturday
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A.M. Film Screening: “Finding Vivian Maier”

Film Free Special Events

Saturday, November 2, 2024  |  11 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.

See a free screening of the 2013 documentary, "Finding Vivian Maier."

A.M. Film Screening: “Finding Vivian Maier”
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P.M. Film Screening: “Finding Vivian Maier”

Film Free Special Events

Saturday, November 2, 2024  |  2 p.m. - 3:40 p.m.

See a free screening of the 2013 documentary, "Finding Vivian Maier."

P.M. Film Screening: “Finding Vivian Maier”
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CF International Film Screening: “Long Flat Balls”

Film Special Events

Tuesday, November 12, 2024  |  2 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.

The CF Ira Holmes International Film Series presents “Long Flat Balls.” (NR, Norway, 2006, 1 h 43 m)

CF International Film Screening: “Long Flat Balls”
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CF International Film Screening: “Close to Vermeer”

Film Special Events

Tuesday, November 26, 2024  |  2 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.

The CF Ira Holmes International Film Series presents “Close to Vermeer.” (NR, Netherlands, 2023, 1 h 19 m)

CF International Film Screening: “Close to Vermeer”
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Holiday Community Day

Special Events

Saturday, December 7, 2024  |  10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Celebrate the holidays at our annual Holiday Community Day, sponsored by the Urban Family.

Holiday Community Day
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