Public Events

Events

See our Studio Labs and Workshops pages for more information on those offerings.

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Beyond the Book: Ethiopian Books
Aug 15
Beyond the Book: Ethiopian Books

Join us for Beyond the Book featuring Ethiopic codices from the Hill Museum and Manuscript Library (HMML). Visiting artist Islam Aly will also share his contemporary Ethiopian bindings for a rich and engaging experience.

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MCBA Prize 2026 Virtual Reveal
Sep 3
MCBA Prize 2026 Virtual Reveal

Join MCBA and Prize Juror, Inge Bruggeman, as we announce the winner of the 2026 MCBA Prize! All 20 semi-finalists and 5 finalists will be showcasing their work virtually over the course of the night. See you virtually!

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MCBA Prize 2026 Reception
Sep 18
MCBA Prize 2026 Reception

Celebrate the MCBA Prize with an in-person toast and gallery reception.

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First Saturday Tour (October)
Oct 3
First Saturday Tour (October)

Join us on the first Saturday of each month for a free tour of our studios.


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Beyond the Book: Book Repair
Oct 17
Beyond the Book: Book Repair

Join us for Beyond the Book featuring Ethiopic codices from the Hill Museum and Manuscript Library (HMML).

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First Saturday Tour (November)
Nov 7
First Saturday Tour (November)

Join us on the first Saturday of each month for a free tour of our studios.


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Book Artist Badge Day
Nov 14
Book Artist Badge Day

Join us in MCBA’s studios for a day of book arts and earn your Book Artist Badge!

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First Saturday Tour (December)
Dec 5
First Saturday Tour (December)

Join us on the first Saturday of each month for a free tour of our studios.


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First Saturday Tour (January)
Jan 2
First Saturday Tour (January)

Join us on the first Saturday of each month for a free tour of our studios.


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First Saturday Tour (February)
Feb 6
First Saturday Tour (February)

Join us on the first Saturday of each month for a free tour of our studios.


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Exhibitions

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Above, Below, and Beyond
Outlook Gallery
Above, Below, and Beyond
Outlook Gallery

August 15th, 2026–October 24th, 2026

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Outlook Gallery
Who is America at 250? Artists’ Books on the State of Democracy
Main Gallery
Who is America at 250? Artists’ Books on the State of Democracy
Main Gallery

June 13, 2026–August 16, 2026
Free and open to public

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Main Gallery