Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center

Family Saturday
2024-07-06 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-08-03 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States
The first Saturday of each month is Family Saturday! Free admission to the Museum 10am-4pm.

Yoga Basics with Dianne
2024-07-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-07-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-07-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-07-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-07-22 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-07-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Wells House, 625 Nelson Ave., Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Improve your flexibility, balance, strength, and relaxation using basic yoga postures and breathing techniques while enjoying the charm of the Wells House.
Dianne McCammon will lead this small, adults-only yoga series. Yoga Basics is slower-paced and focuses on developing a clear and safe alignment of fundamental postures. This series of classes is designed for beginners, those recovering from injury or anyone wanting to refine their current practice. Come learn, play, and maybe even break a sweat in a supportive environment. All bodies are welcome.
Dianne is certified at the 500-hour level with Yoga Alliance and is a Registered Yoga Therapist with International Association of Yoga Therapists.
You may choose to take the class one or two days per week.
Prices for July:

One day series, either Monday or Wednesday, is $50 for members and $60 for non-members.
Class on both Monday and Wednesday is $90 for members and $110 for non-members.
Class for a single drop-in day is $15. Register for a drop-in session here.

Please bring your mat and water. Space is limited. This class series is located on the Wenatchee Valley College Campus at 625 Nelson Avenue. Unfortunately, the Wells House is not currently ADA accessible. We apologize for the inconvenience.
REGISTER HERE

CLOSED - Coyote's Corner
2024-07-15 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-16 09:00 - 16:00, 2024-07-17 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-18 09:00 - 12:00 | WA
Coyote’s Corner will be closed Monday through Thursday, from 9 AM to 12 PM, due to Super Summer Adventure Camp Activities. Coyote’s Corner will be open from 12 PM to 4 PM.

Irish Social Dancing at the Museum
2024-07-16 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-08-20 18:30 - 19:30 | Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States
Have you ever wanted to learn how to dance like the Irish? Now is your chance!
Join us for classes every 3rd Tuesday of the month for Irish Social Dancing at the Museum.
The An Daire Academy of Irish Dance is hosting a series of classes geared towards adults, although kids are welcome to join as well. Between 6:30-7:30PM at the Performance Hall, prospective dancers will be tapping to the rhythms of Ireland alongside seasoned dancers. Guests are recommended to wear comfortable clothing and sneakers/walking shoes.
Classes are $5 for members and $7 for non-members. Registration is recommended and can be found here.

First Friday at the Museum: Celebrate 10 Seasons of Hot August Nights
2024-08-02 16:00 - 20:00 | Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States
Join us for First Friday at the Museum as we celebrate 10 seasons of Hot August Nights!
The Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center is open free to the public 4-8PM on the First Friday of each month.
On August 2, we invite you to the grand opening of our brand new Hot August Nights exhibit, located in our upstairs Gold Gallery. This exhibit showcases the past 10 seasons of musical productions with interviews and photos from previous performers and stage crew.
From 4-5PM, Hot August Nights performers will sing and share experiences in the Performance Hall before racing to the PAC to their performance of “Rock of Ages!” From 5-8pm, the open mic will begin.
This event is free and open to the public, and light refreshments will be offered. Alcoholic beverages will be for sale for those 21+. Parental discretion is advised; there may be mature content.
Those interested in participating in our open mic can register below.
SIGN-UP HERE
Hot August Nights banner designed by Almir U. Mestre León

First Friday: Live Music at the Wells House
2024-08-02 17:00 - 19:00 | Wells House, 625 Nelson Ave., Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Live Music at the historic Wells House on First Friday, August 2.

Enjoy music provided by members of the Columbia River Community Flute Choir from 5:30–6:30 PM at the historic Wells House. This event is free and open to the public from 5-7 PM, with guided tours led by expert Wells House docents.

Parking for the Wells House can be accessed from 9th Street. The Wells House is located at 625 Nelson Avenue on the Wenatchee Valley College campus. Unfortunately, it is not currently ADA-accessible. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Yoga Basics with Dianne
2024-08-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-12 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-19 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-26 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Wells House, 625 Nelson Ave., Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Improve your flexibility, balance, strength, and relaxation using basic yoga postures and breathing techniques while enjoying the charm of the Wells House.
Dianne McCammon will lead this small, adults-only yoga series. Yoga Basics is slower-paced and focuses on developing a clear and safe alignment of fundamental postures. This series of classes is designed for beginners, those recovering from injury or anyone wanting to refine their current practice. Come learn, play, and maybe even break a sweat in a supportive environment. All bodies are welcome.
Dianne is certified at the 500-hour level with Yoga Alliance and is a Registered Yoga Therapist with International Association of Yoga Therapists.
You may choose to take the class one or two days per week.
Prices for August:

One day series, either Monday or Wednesday, is $50 for members and $60 for non-members.
Class on both Monday and Wednesday is $90 for members and $110 for non-members.
Class for a single drop-in day is $15. Register for a drop-in session here.

Please bring your mat and water. Space is limited. This class series is located on the Wenatchee Valley College Campus at 625 Nelson Avenue. Unfortunately, the Wells House is not currently ADA accessible. We apologize for the inconvenience.
REGISTER HERE

Echoes of Labor: Piano Narratives
2024-08-15 18:30 - 20:00 | Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States
Experience this multimedia performance by Fulbright Scholar Garrett Snedeker
On Thursday, August 15, from 6:30-8 PM, we invite you to a special performance by Fulbright scholar, pianist, and local music teacher Garrett Snedeker, showcasing a multimedia performance exploring the history of labor in America.
This performance is comprised of four short films set to North American Ballads, four piano pieces by American composer Frederic Rzewski. Prior to the performance, there will be a brief discussion about the creation of this project and its inspiration.
This event is suitable for adults and older children. Light refreshments and beverages will be offered. Admission is free for members and $5 for non-members. Registration is recommended and can be found here.

Wenatchee Wine & Food Festival
2024-08-24 18:00 - 21:00 | WA
Foothills Magazine is proud to produce the Wenatchee Wine & Food Festival, Eastern Washington’s premier food and wine event, on Saturday evening, Aug. 24, 2024 at the Town Toyota Center.
What is the Wenatchee Wine & Food Festival? It’s a special evening that celebrates the winners of a regional wine competition sponsored by Foothills Magazine. The competition typically draws more than 200 entries from North Central Washington wineries.
Spend an August evening enjoying award-winning wines, while some of the area’s best restaurants and caterers provide tasty bites of their amazing cuisine. And there’s even more — craft beers and ales, ciders, amazing prizes, live music and much more. Purchase the wines you enjoy with proceeds benefitting our partner, the Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center.
All ticketed guests will receive a commemorative wine glass to sip the night’s offerings. We will have both general admission and VIP tickets again this year. VIP ticket holders will receive an insulated wine bag filled with goodies, including a bottle of our specially selected festival wine, along with an enhanced experience.
We hope that you will purchase your tickets while they are still available and join us Saturday, August 24th for this wonderful celebration of NCW wine, food and other beverages.
More information and tickets can be found at https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/wenatcheewineandfood/

CLOSED FOR STAFF TRAINING
2024-08-29 | WA

Summer Art Series: Painting with Stencils
2024-08-31 13:00 - 15:00 | Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 127 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA, United States
Beat the Heat at the Museum!

The Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center and NCW Arts Alliance invites you to this collaborative workshop series featuring regional artists and educators.

Try your hand at a variety of creative mediums this summer, delving into the art of Japanese calligraphy, paper crafting, and painting. These courses are for ages 16+ and are great for all skill levels – beginners welcome!

On Saturday, August 31, 1-3 PM, learn to paint with stencils with local artist Lindsay Breidenthal. This beginner-friendly technique can add depth and complexity to paintings. Students will leave class with small, practical art pieces to take home or gift, including bookmarks and postcards featuring their original art.

Breidenthal is a Wenatchee-based artist who paints primarily with oil and acrylic paints, layering patterns on top of each other to create dream-like scenes. She is known for painting for local businesses, including the wall mural in our Coyote’s Corner.

This workshop costs $45 for members and $55 for non-members. Members of either WVMCC or NCW Arts Alliance are eligible for member pricing. Registration is required.

REGISTER HERE

EXPLORE MORE CLASSES

Patrons registering for 3 or more classes are eligible for a 10% discount. Call our front desk at (509)-888-6240 for the discount or to join our waitlist.

The 2024 Summer Art Workshop series is sponsored by the Wenatchee Art Education Consortium.

CLOSED - LABOR DAY
2024-09-02 | WA

Yoga Basics with Dianne
2024-09-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Wells House, 625 Nelson Ave., Wenatchee, WA, 98801, United States
Improve your flexibility, balance, strength, and relaxation using basic yoga postures and breathing techniques while enjoying the charm of the Wells House.
Dianne McCammon will lead this small, adults-only yoga series. Yoga Basics is slower-paced and focuses on developing a clear and safe alignment of fundamental postures. This series of classes is designed for beginners, those recovering from injury or anyone wanting to refine their current practice. Come learn, play, and maybe even break a sweat in a supportive environment. All bodies are welcome.
Dianne is certified at the 500-hour level with Yoga Alliance and is a Registered Yoga Therapist with International Association of Yoga Therapists.
You may choose to take the class one or two days per week.
Prices for September:

One day series, either Monday or Wednesday, is $50 for members and $60 for non-members.
Class on both Monday and Wednesday is $90 for members and $110 for non-members.
Class for a single drop-in day is $15. Register for a drop-in session here.

Please bring your mat and water. Space is limited. This class series is located on the Wenatchee Valley College Campus at 625 Nelson Avenue. Unfortunately, the Wells House is not currently ADA accessible. We apologize for the inconvenience.
REGISTER HERE
