Do I need prior mural experience?

No; the workshops welcome beginners. Teaching artists guide participants through sketching, scaling, and painting techniques.

What ages can participate?

Participants must be at least 12 years old; the program is geared toward teens and community members aged 12 and up.

Do I need to register for each session?

Register for each date you plan to attend through the booking link; you can join a single session or the full three-part series.

What happens if it rains?

Organizers may move activities to covered spaces or reschedule; check the booking link or contact the museum for specific weather plans.

Is paint and equipment provided?

Typical supplies like exterior paints, rollers, and some protective equipment are provided, but participants should bring personal items like water and hats.

Can I bring friends who just want to watch?

Yes—visitors are welcome to observe, though active participation spots may be limited and require registration.

Paint the Nighthawks: Three-Part Hopper Mural Workshops in Nyack | Workshop | Events

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Spend three hands-on sessions helping create an Anniversary-stage mural at the Museum Garden • 82 N. Broadway. Led by regional teaching artists, the series offers teens and community members the chance to learn large-scale painting techniques and leave a public work in Nyack.

3–4 hours per session

easy

From $16.00

On summer mornings at the Museum Garden • 82 N. Broadway in Nyack, a blank wall is about to become a public stage. The Hopper Mural Workshops are a three-part series that invites young creatives and community members to co-create an Anniversary-stage mural across three sessions on June 14, June 20, and June 27. Led by teaching artists Janet Hamlin, Brian Hart, and Alice Mizrachi, the workshops pair hands-on mural techniques with tight collaboration alongside the Museum's Nighthawks Teen Leaders.

This project is built for people aged 12 and up and designed to transform a public face of the museum into a bold local statement. Sessions range from drawing and composition work to large-scale painting and print-informed mark-making; participants practice laying out imagery, mixing weatherproof exterior paints, and scaling sketches to wall size. The museum garden location puts the work in conversation with Nyack’s riverfront light and Hudson Valley air, so expect glare, breezes, and the kind of wide sky that changes color as the city shifts through afternoon.

Why it matters: public murals anchor communities. This series is not a passive demonstration but a production line of labor and idea—students and neighbors contribute brushstrokes that remain in place year-round, creating a visible record of local voices and the museum’s outreach. For visitors, the workshops provide windowed access to an artistic process, plus a chance to meet artists who actively show and teach in the region.

Practical notes: bring closed-toe shoes, a hat, and clothing you don’t mind paint on; the structured_description lists minimum age (12) but does not specify group-size limits. Check in at the Museum Garden on each date. If rain threatens, organizers may shift activities to covered areas or reschedule sessions. The series is paced to allow newcomers to learn the basics while returning participants refine a shared composition.

Who should go: teens, families with creative teens, college students studying design, artists interested in public work, and visitors who enjoy community-driven projects rather than purely spectator experiences. This is a working session—expect physical tasks like rolling primer, taping stencils, and reaching with extension poles.

The Hopper Mural Workshops are a rare chance to leave a public mark in Nyack while learning studio-to-wall techniques under established regional artists. Whether you’re looking to volunteer, learn, or simply watch the mural take shape, the series turns the Museum Garden • 82 N. Broadway into a live classroom where art anchors place and people. Sign up through the booking link to reserve a spot for one session or all three, and arrive ready to work with brushes, rollers, and community energy; these workshops offer practical mural skills, mentorship from seasoned artists, and a lasting, public artwork you helped create. Bring friends.

About Edward Hopper House Museum & Study Center

Edward Hopper House Museum & Study Center in Nyack, New York, preserves and promotes the artistic legacy of American painter Edward Hopper. Housed in the historic building associated with Hopper's early life, the museum presents rotating exhibitions, scholarly programming, and public events that explore Hopper’s influence on American art and culture.

The institution offers guided and self-guided tours that present artifacts, archival material, and contextual interpretation for visitors of all ages. Education and public programs include lectures, film screenings, panel conversations, and hands-on workshops — from plein air painting days for families to artist talks and curated discussions. Signature events highlighted by the museum include the annual Jazz in the Garden summer concert series, special exhibition openings, and the Fall Arts Education Benefit, which supports arts education initiatives.

The museum also hosts guest curators and contemporary artists whose work engages Hopper’s themes of light, solitude, and urban life. As a study center, the institution supports research through public programs and curated displays that highlight rare materials related to Hopper and his contemporaries. Visitors can plan visits in advance and choose tour styles that suit their interests. The museum maintains partnerships with regional cultural organizations to expand access and learning opportunities. With a focus on preservation, education, and community engagement, Edward Hopper House Museum & Study Center serves as a cultural landmark in Rockland County and a resource for scholars, artists, and the public. Tickets, event schedules, and visitor information are available through the museum's official channels to help plan each visit.

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