It's not too late to view "Titian, Rembrandt, Renoir, Monet", the current installation at Taubman Museum including 52 original masterpieces from these artists and more. Spanning nearly 500 years, this exhibition features the most significant schools and styles of European art history, from the Italian Renaissance to French Impressionism, including a fully immersive experience featuring six paintings that come alive in a companion gallery.

A visit to the Taubman is sure to excite your creativity, which is perfect because the museum has you covered with several activities to spur your imagination.

Friday, January 6th

An 18+ event celebrating the New Year, the Transform Masquerade Ball features DJ Stimulator Jones and the Downtown Divas for your colorful entertainment! Guests are encouraged to dress in their finest masquerade attire. Prizes will be awarded for the most creative outfits. Cover charge is $15 for members or $20 for non-members advance sale, and $25 non-members at the door - 1 drink ticket included with admission! Visit @TaubmanMuseum for details.     

Saturday, February 4th

Celebrate Lunar New Year, Year of the Rabbit, with dragon dances, martial arts performances, singing, and more for a family friendly event from Noon to 2PM! Bring the whole family out to learn about the cultural traditions of your Asian friends and neighbors right here in southwest Virginia. From meeting the performers to creating your own Year of the Rabbit-themed artwork, this is a fun, FREE event you don't want to miss! Lunar New Year is presented by Local Colors, Roanoke Valley Sister Cities, and the Taubman Museum of Art. No registration necessary — walk-ins encouraged! 

Saturday, February 18th

Love Bacon & Bourbon? Now, we're talking! Enjoy generous pours of craft spirits from noted distillers, paired alongside tapas-style savory pork creations by local chefs. Sip along to live music, learn more about bourbon with a spotlight talk, and visit the galleries for an array of inspiring works on view! This is a 21 + event. 

Saturday, March 18th

Let all of the creativity you've been building up flow into your very own glass art project! Find inspiration from a guided tour of the new exhibition "Wonders of Glass: From the Collection of Susan S. and David R. Goode" while learning about glassmaking techniques. return to the studio with your instructor to try your hand at glass painting. You'll take home your own original work of glass art in this fun and interesting beginner-friendly class priced at $45 for members/$55 for nonmembers.

The Taubman Museum offers daily guided tours of their exhibits and features a shop where you can purchase gifts to inspire. So, which event has caught your eye? Let us know by tagging us @hometownblessings! 

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