Art Center Waco

Gallery Talk | Rock Poster Books & Their Stories Week 2: The Art of Modern Rock, The Poster Explosion
2026-02-28 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Hulse Gallery | Art Center Waco, 701 S 8th Street, Waco, 76706, United States
Sat, Feb 28 | 12 noon | FREE
This talk explores how this poster book, documents the history of music, graphic design, and artists of modern rock music. The evolution of the modern rock poster culture is greatly influenced by the rise large format silk screens created in Austin, TX. This discussion will roughly cover the years 1987 to the present.

Artist Studio Collective, February
2026-02-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Art Center Waco, 701 S 8th Street, Waco, 76706, United States
February 28th, 2026 | 10am-2pm | $15, Members save 15%
Join us at the February ACW Artist Studio Collective!
We are excited to provide a live model, space to create, and the camaraderie of fellow artists. Art Center Waco’s Artist Studio Collective offers an opportunity and space for artists of all skill levels to create and share their work.
This is an open studio event where ACW will provide the space and time for artists to work in their chosen medium, featuring a live model.
Please note that this is not an instructional event, and no supplies are provided.
For any questions, please contact us at info@artcenterwaco.org

AMPLIFIED Artist Talk
2026-02-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Art Center Waco, 701 S 8th Street, Waco, 76706, United States
Sat, Feb 21 | 2 pm – 4 pm | FREE
Join Art Center Waco for an AMPLIFIED Artist Talk featuring participating artists from the exhibition. This conversation offers an opportunity to hear directly from the artists about their large-scale works, creative processes, and the ideas behind working at an expanded scale.

Gallery Talk | Rock Poster Books & Their Stories Week 1: The Art of Rock, Presley to Punk
2026-02-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Hulse Gallery | Art Center Waco, 701 S 8th Street, Waco, 76706, United States
Sat, Feb 21 | 12 noon | FREE
This talk explores how this poster book, considered the Bible of poster collecting, documents the history of music, graphic design, and collecting, offering insight into artists, movements, and the evolution of rock poster culture over time. This discussion will roughly cover the years 1920-1987.

Family Day at Lunar New Year
2026-02-21 09:00 - 13:00 | Bridge Street Plaza, 200 E Bridge St, Waco, TX, 76704, United States
ACW Family Day at Lunar New Year festivities at the Waco Downtown Farmers Market | February 21, 2026 | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm | All Ages, | FREE |
Bridge Street Plaza, 200 E Bridge St Waco, TX 76704

Gallery Talk | Texas & Oklahoma Music Venues Through Posters and Handbills
2026-02-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Hulse Gallery | Art Center Waco, 701 S 8th Street, Waco, 76706, United States
Sat, Feb 14 | 12 noon | FREE
Explore how music posters document the cultural history of Texas and Oklahoma. This walk-through highlights notable works connected to local artists shaped the visual landscape surrounding the venues and their concerts.

Spring Break Camp 2026 Registration
2026-01-16 08:00 - 2026-03-08 23:30 | Art Center Waco, 701 S 8th Street, Waco, 76706, United States
Paint the World: Spring Break Art Camp
Celebrating Women’s History Month through Art, Music, and Creative Expression
When: Monday, March 9th – Friday, March 13 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Early Bird Pricing (available through Saturday, February 14 at 11:30 PM)

Kindergarten (Ages 4–5): $100
Grades 1–3 (Ages 6–8): $200
Grades 4–6 (Ages 9–12): $200

Camp Overview
This year’s camp, Paint the World, celebrates Women’s History Month through art, music, and creative expression. The week is designed to offer engaging, developmentally appropriate studio experiences that build confidence, curiosity, and creative independence while honoring women’s contributions across art history, music, fiber arts, and visual culture.
By popular demand and in response to family interest, we’re excited to welcome our youngest artists with a new Kindergarten class at Spring Break Art Camp this year. Camp offerings now include Kindergarten, Ages 5–8, and Ages 9–12, each thoughtfully designed to support creativity, exploration, and joyful learning.
Day 1: Color & Courage – Expressing Feelings Through Art
Young artists explore how color can express feelings, ideas, and personal stories through playful, process-based painting and mixed-media exploration.
Day 2: Foundations & Futures – Art Across Generations
Inspired by the Flora Cameron Collection, campers learn how art is created, preserved, and passed down—honoring the women whose creativity and stewardship continue to shape art history.
Day 3: Threads & Traditions – Fiber Arts in Focus
Campers explore fiber arts such as weaving, stitching, and textile design, discovering how women have used these materials to tell stories and preserve culture.
Day 4: Sound, Style & Story – Music Meets Visual Art
Inspired by women in music and rock-and-roll poster art, campers create bold visual designs that capture rhythm, movement, and sound.
Day 5: Strong Voices – I Am an Artist
The final day is dedicated to completing artwork, reflecting on creative growth, and preparing for the mini art show. Campers share what inspired them and celebrate their artistic journey.
The week culminates in a Mini Art Show on Friday, March 13 , at 12:00 PM, where family and friends are invited to celebrate student creativity, effort, and growth.
