Family Days
Hawkfest 2026
Saturday, September 19 | 12 PM–3 PM
While back on campus for HawkFest, step into the Frances M. Maguire Art Museum to experience Evolving Freedoms: Exploring Life, Liberty & the Pursuit of Happiness. This thought-provoking exhibition brings together regional contemporary artists whose work reflects on the ever-shifting meaning of Freedom in today's world. Stop by and choose a student-created self guided tour or try crafts like spirit keychains and charms or a flying paper hawk!
Day of the Dead 2026
Join us for a week of celebrating Día de los Muertos at the Maguire Art Museum! Stop by Oct. 19–24 to make Day of the Dead crafts for the community ofrenda. Watch Chicana artist Marta Sanchez design and build the ofrenda on Friday, Oct. 23 from 12–2 PM. End the week at our Day of the Dead celebration with pan de muerto, hot chocolate, and a live dance performance from 11 AM–2 PM!
Ongoing Oct. 19–Oct. 24: DIY crafts
Friday, Oct. 23 | 12–2 PM: Ofrenda build
Saturday, Oct. 24 | 11 AM–2 PM: Day of the Dead Family Day
Family Days at the Maguire Art Museum
Get creative with us on Family Day! Our family days are typically held on Saturdays from 11 am–2 pm. They are free and open to the public! We have themed activities that are suitable for all ages. Visitors can also enjoy access to the 12-acre Barnes Arboretum.