Canton Museum of Art

Canton Museum of Art The Canton Museum of Art is where art meets life, providing opportunities to bring ART to everyone!
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The Canton Museum of Art is recognized for powerful national touring exhibits and original CMA-produced exhibits; an unrivaled Permanent Collection of American watercolors and contemporary ceramics; and innovative education outreach programs, including local, regional and statewide collaborative projects bringing together schools, companies and various community groups. CMA also offers classes for

a variety of age groups in diverse mediums such as ceramics and painting, as well as in-depth, docent-led tours for schools and groups. Exhibitions & Collections:
• The Permanent Collection is 19th, 20th and 21st century American works on paper, and American ceramics from the 1950s forward.

• CMA is Stark County’s only museum of visual arts accredited by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM).

• Annual average Museum attendance 45,000.

• 10,000 square feet of gallery space devoted to traveling exhibits and presentation of the Museum’s Permanent Collection of 1,300+ works valued at over $40.0 million.

• CMA seeks out and presents dynamic and engaging touring exhibits designed to entertain, engage and educate audiences with the overall goal of building better understanding of visual arts and their relevance in today’s society.

𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗞𝗜𝗗𝗦 — 𝗡𝗘𝗪!𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝟱:𝟯𝟬-𝟳:𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟮Combine art and science to create something epic!...
09/02/2026

𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗞𝗜𝗗𝗦 — 𝗡𝗘𝗪!
𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗯
𝟱:𝟯𝟬-𝟳:𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺
𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟮

Combine art and science to create something epic! Resin art is an amazing liquid medium that cures into a durable, glass-like finish with slow-but-certain satisfaction. Experiment with fluid materials and enjoy the process of letting art happen naturally to create a rewarding, personalized piece. In this “lab” like experience, you will learn how to embed graphic images and your favorite found objects between layers of resin. You will also explore textured molds and use heat to activate color play. All materials provided; all skill levels welcome. Ages 12+

Member $77 | $96 8 seats available

Register at: CantonArt.org/classes/resin-collage-lab-0

𝘾𝙇𝘼𝙎𝙎𝙀𝙎 𝙁𝙊𝙍 𝙆𝙄𝘿𝙎!𝗡𝗘𝗪! 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗮𝘆𝗹𝗲𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗿𝟭:𝟯𝟬–𝟯𝗽𝟰 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀: 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟯, 𝟮𝟬, 𝟮𝟳 & 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟰Elevate y...
09/02/2026

𝘾𝙇𝘼𝙎𝙎𝙀𝙎 𝙁𝙊𝙍 𝙆𝙄𝘿𝙎!

𝗡𝗘𝗪! 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗮𝘆𝗹𝗲𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗿
𝟭:𝟯𝟬–𝟯𝗽
𝟰 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀: 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟯, 𝟮𝟬, 𝟮𝟳 & 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟰

Elevate your ceramic skills in this jazz-inspired series for ages 10-13. Drawing from the dynamic rhythm of the Canton Museum of Art’s Good Times: The Artistic Journey of Ernie Barnes exhibition, students will explore neo-mannerism—a style using dramatic elongation and graceful distortion to convey movement and emotion. Through hand-building fundamentals like slab and coil construction, you will use subtractive carving to create fluid, expressive figures that capture the spirit of jazz. All skill levels welcome; all materials provided. For maturing artists, ages 10-13

Member $77 | $93 10 seats available

Register at: CantonArt.org/classes/expressive-sculpting

𝘾𝙇𝘼𝙎𝙎𝙀𝙎 𝙁𝙊𝙍 𝙆𝙄𝘿𝙎!𝗡𝗘𝗪! 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗶𝗲𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗲𝘆 𝗪𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗸𝟭𝟮:𝟭𝟱–𝟭:𝟰𝟱𝗽𝗺 𝟯 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀: 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟮, 𝟭𝟵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟮𝟲Discover ...
09/01/2026

𝘾𝙇𝘼𝙎𝙎𝙀𝙎 𝙁𝙊𝙍 𝙆𝙄𝘿𝙎!

𝗡𝗘𝗪! 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗶𝗲𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗲𝘆 𝗪𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗸
𝟭𝟮:𝟭𝟱–𝟭:𝟰𝟱𝗽𝗺
𝟯 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀: 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟮, 𝟭𝟵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟮𝟲

Discover the joy of art in this fun, 3-week workshop series perfect for young art enthusiasts! Bring your favorite playlist and headphones—music is a powerful way to set the rhythm for your creative flow—and join us as we explore the colorful stories and curious styles of three Ohio artists from the CMA collection:

Paul Spina, whose clever illusions challenge how we see reality; Ernie Barnes, who captured the soulful rhythm of everyday movement; and Alice Schille, who brought luminous life to her scenes through delicate watercolor.

With step-by-step guidance, you’ll learn new painting and design skills to create your very own versions of each masterpiece. All materials are included, and beginners are welcome! Parents and caregivers are invited to register and create alongside their children, tweens and teens for a shared family experience. All materials provided. For budding artists, ages 10+

Member $77 | $93 12 seats available

Register at: cantonart.org/classes/masterpiece-makeovers-series

𝘾𝙇𝘼𝙎𝙎𝙀𝙎 𝙁𝙊𝙍 𝙆𝙄𝘿𝙎!𝗠𝘆 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗲𝘆 𝗪𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗸𝟭𝟬:𝟯𝟬–𝟭𝟭:𝟯𝟬𝗮𝗺𝟯 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀: 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟮, 𝟭𝟵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟮𝟲Bring your little...
09/01/2026

𝘾𝙇𝘼𝙎𝙎𝙀𝙎 𝙁𝙊𝙍 𝙆𝙄𝘿𝙎!

𝗠𝘆 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗲𝘆 𝗪𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗸
𝟭𝟬:𝟯𝟬–𝟭𝟭:𝟯𝟬𝗮𝗺
𝟯 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀: 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟮, 𝟭𝟵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟮𝟲

Bring your little artist for a joyful shared adventure! In this special parent-child class, you are active partners in your child’s creative journey as they explore drawing, painting, and sculpture together. We’ll foster confidence and fine motor skills while introducing diverse artistic perspectives in a supportive, fun environment. All materials are provided—please wear clothing that is appropriate for getting a little messy! Ages 4-6 with an adult caregiver

Member $62 | $74 10 seats available

Register at: CantonArt.org/classes/my-first-art-class-28

𝗡𝗘𝗪! 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗬𝗼𝗴𝗮 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗲𝗹 𝗖𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀 | 𝟭𝟬:𝟯𝟬-𝟭𝟭:𝟯𝟬𝗮𝗺𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 (𝟭,𝟴,𝟭𝟱,𝟮𝟮,𝟮𝟵) 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 (𝟲,𝟭𝟯,𝟮𝟬,𝟮𝟳)F...
09/01/2026

𝗡𝗘𝗪! 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗬𝗼𝗴𝗮 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗲𝗹 𝗖𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀 | 𝟭𝟬:𝟯𝟬-𝟭𝟭:𝟯𝟬𝗮𝗺
𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 (𝟭,𝟴,𝟭𝟱,𝟮𝟮,𝟮𝟵) 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 (𝟲,𝟭𝟯,𝟮𝟬,𝟮𝟳)

Find your flow while surrounded by art. Yoga in select Museum spaces is led by Michael Curtis, owner of The Yoga Place and Yoga Central Ohio. Instruction includes basic yoga poses that emphasize the synergy between one’s personal energy space and the space occupied by art and ideas. Participants provide their own yoga mats. All skill levels welcome. Ages 16+

Member $10 | $12 15 seats available

Register at: CantonArt.org/classes/morning-flow-yoga-series

08/30/2026

Join us for a fun family experience at the Canton Museum of Art in this workshop with the Early Childhood Resource Center in partnership with the Canton Museum of Art.

Inspired by the rhythm and emotion found in the Good Times: The Artistic Journey of Ernie Barnes exhibition at the museum, families with children aged birth to 3-years-old (siblings welcome) will explore the joy of working with clay in one of the museum’s art studios.

✅ September 3
✅ 10 – 11 am
✅ Canton Museum of Art
✅ 1001 Market Ave N, Canton OH 44702

👉 Register today at: www.tinyurl.com/SeptemberArtSession

Thank you to The Women’s Fund endowment of the Stark Community Foundation for supporting this creative early learning experience for families.

Happy National Dog Day! CMA celebrates all of our doggie friends, from the working group to the hound group to the “lazy...
08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day! CMA celebrates all of our doggie friends, from the working group to the hound group to the “lazy snuggle on the couch group.” Life with a dog is better. ❤️

Image:
Two Setters And A Pointer. Edmund H. Osthaus. Oil on canvas, 38 x 48 in. Canton Museum of Art Collection.

Soon after moving to Ohio from Wisconsin, Osthaus came into national prominence as a painter of bird hunting dogs (setters and pointers). As time went on, he created more and more paintings of bird hunting dogs, painting the winners of the National Field Trial Championships from 1896 through 1910. The series included some of the most famous bird hunting dogs in the nation's history.

Osthaus painted from nature, making many sketches of the background. He would pose dogs for long periods of time, capturing their natures and characteristic expressions.

𝗡𝗘𝗪! 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗺𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗿: 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗳 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗲 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿 | 𝟭:𝟯𝟬–𝟰:𝟯𝟬𝗽 | 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟰Celebrate the arr...
08/25/2026

𝗡𝗘𝗪! 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗺𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗿: 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗳 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗲 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿 | 𝟭:𝟯𝟬–𝟰:𝟯𝟬𝗽 | 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟰

Celebrate the arrival of the season by crafting your own stained glass masterpiece. In this early October workshop, you'll learn the foundational techniques of copper foil assembly and soldering as you create a vibrant leaf suncatcher. It's the perfect way to catch the golden light of the season on your patio or in a kitchen window. All materials provided; all skill levels welcome. Ages 16+

Member $62 | $74 8 seats available

Register at: CantonArt.org/classes/autumn-splendor-stained-glass-leaf-suncatcher

𝗚𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗙𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗺𝘆 𝗣𝗲𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 | 𝟲–𝟴𝗽 | 𝟲 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀: 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟮, 𝟮𝟵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟲, 𝟭𝟯, 𝟮𝟬, 𝟮𝟳Glass fusing is an...
08/25/2026

𝗚𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗙𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗺𝘆 𝗣𝗲𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 | 𝟲–𝟴𝗽 | 𝟲 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀: 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟮, 𝟮𝟵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟲, 𝟭𝟯, 𝟮𝟬, 𝟮𝟳

Glass fusing is an art form where layers of heat sensitive glass are kiln fired to create durable, light-infused pieces. In this 6-week course, students will learn about the fundamentals of cutting, designing, and fusing their own projects—from customized plates and bowls to personalized jewelry. Glass artistry is an accessible and rewarding way to create a small-scale unique work of art, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crafter looking for a new medium. All materials provided; all skill levels welcome. Ages 16+

Member $215 | $259 8 seats available

Register at: CantonArt.org/classes/glass-fusing-basics

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1001 Market Avenue N
Canton, OH
44702

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Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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