Animals and Us
Special Events at GVA / Free Admission / OPen to the Public
Enjoy these family-friendly free events in collaboration with our “Animals and Us” exhibition featuring artwork from Ella Cart, Bettina Dickson Rusher, and Ken Wallin. Showing in the Portman Gallery April 29 - June 6.
Ken Wallin’s Painting Demonstration
Wednesday, April 30, 6:30 p.m. at Glynn Visual Arts
Don’t miss a special live painting demonstration. Ken Wallin will explore how art can serve as a powerful medium to highlight the bond between nature and the human spirit.
Opening Reception
Thursday, May 1, 4:30p.m. to 7:30p.m. at Glynn Visual Arts
Coastal WildScapes Presentation
Saturday, May 3, 10:00a.m. at Glynn Visual Arts
Attend an engaging lecture and demonstration focused on the critical importance of our coastal habitats. Amy Schuler, Education Outreach Coordinator at Coastal WildScapes will teach practical tips on attracting pollinators to your garden while supporting ecological balance!
Arts projects for the kids are included, and you are invited to take home native seeds to start your own pollinator garden.
Jekyll Island Conservation Presentation, “Beasts of Prey”
Saturday, May 17, 3:00- 5:00p.m. at Glynn Visual Arts
Interpretive Naturalist Ayron Moleen will bring to GVA some of the most interesting and misunderstood wildlife on the Georgia coast: our predators.
Learn about the power and misconceptions surrounding reptiles of the Golden Isles, what to do if you run into one, and details about the extensive research Jekyll Island Authority has done with these unique endemic animals.
Art projects for the kids are included.