Sheldon Memorial Art Gallery

Join UNL Professor of Sculpture, Santiago Cal, and his class as they use the space of Sheldon as a classroom to explore the figure. Morning sessions at Sheldon will be spent studying figurative works from the museum's collection and creating Sculpture for the Touch (works by students).

OmniArts nebraska presents Temporal Sculpture, an evening of choreography celebrating the beauty of the human form in motion and the architecture that elegantly houses works of art. $10 admission ($8 for seniors and students).

New York–based performance artist Charley Friedman, a Lincoln native, offers a special guided tour of the Sheldon building as alter ego Betsey Geffen.

Bring a craft project and work in the company of other creative people. Dry media including beading, crochet, knitting, needlework, paper crafts, and rug hooking are welcome; paint and other wet media are not permitted. Supplies not provided.

Angels Theatre Company presents Troika Strata: One Play, Three Views in Sheldon's galleries. Prepare for a month of mystery as one story is told three ways in three different spaces on three nights. $10 admission.

Led by poets Ben Clark, Stevie Edwards, and Josh Gaines in the museum's galleries. For ages 13 and older.

Bring your lunch to Sheldon and enjoy music from some of Lincoln's talented, young musicians. This week features the Suzuki Strings.

Bring a craft project and work in the company of other creative people. Dry media including beading, crochet, knitting, needlework, paper crafts, and rug hooking are welcome; paint and other wet media are not permitted. Supplies not provided.

Led by Yoga Body and Balance. Located in Sheldon's Great Hall. For ages 16 and older.

The Sheldon Art Association and Honorary Chair Mike Seacrest invite you to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Sheldon Art Association and the 50th anniversary of Sheldon's Philip Johnson–designed building. Enjoy live music, small plates, and anniversary cocktails in a stunning setting. For more information, to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, or to reserve tickets, contact Jennifer Cantrell at 402-472-1454 or jcantrell2@unl.edu. Or order your tickets online at sheldonartmuseum.org/tickets.

Jazz in June has become more than just a tradition. It's a summer standard. The free Tuesday evening series is one of Lincoln's summer delights. Enjoy the Jazz in June Market at 12th & R Streets, then stroll onto the University of Nebraska–Lincoln campus to listen to great jazz. This season features the Kendra Shank Quartet, Valerie Capers featuring Victor Lewis, Angela Hagenbach, and Jackie Allen.

Interact with a wall-sized electronic canvas, leaving your own mark, temporarily, on the walls of Sheldon's galleries. Project designed by UNL Assistant Professor Anita Sarma and students in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering.

Bring your lunch to Sheldon and enjoy music from some of Lincoln's talented, young musicians.

Bring a craft project and work in the company of other creative people. Dry media including beading, crochet, knitting, needlework, paper crafts, and rug hooking are welcome; paint and other wet media are not permitted. Supplies not provided.

Celebrate the opening of The Marketplace of Community Values, twelve gallery installations by community organizations in Lincoln. Learn about their goals, mission, and stories through their collaboration with local artists. We will also recognize Sheldon's community partners.

Bring a craft project and work in the company of other creative people. Dry media including beading, crochet, knitting, needlework, paper crafts, and rug hooking are welcome; paint and other wet media are not permitted. Supplies not provided.

Help us celebrate Sheldon's 50th Birthday with family-friendly activities, including button-making with the LUX Center for the Arts, a community build of Keva blocks with the Lincoln Children's Museum, movement and dance exercises with UNL dancers, yoga for kids, and ice cream from the UNL Dairy Store.

Bring your lunch to Sheldon and enjoy music from some of Lincoln's talented, young musicians. This week features the Home School Orchestra's small ensembles.

Bring a craft project and work in the company of other creative people. Dry media including beading, crochet, knitting, needlework, paper crafts, and rug hooking are welcome; paint and other wet media are not permitted. Supplies not provided.

A workshop, led by Shela Shanks, to connect communities and build a culture of peace through conversation. Preregistration is required, and space is limited. Contact lincolndialogueproject@gmail.com or 402-475-4620 to participate.