Family Programs

2012 Visiting Artist Series

The arts come alive every month at The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum


Sandcastle Sculptures

Sandcastle Sculptures

Saturday, June 2
10:00 – 5:00 Workshop

Sunday, June 3
11:30 – 5:00 Workshop

Can you dig it? Join world-champion sand sculptor Dan Belcher as he builds a 75-ton sandcastle outdoors on the shores of The Magic House. Surf over to the museum’s Exhibit Patio and learn how to create your own “sandsational” sculpture using only sand and water.


Chalk Art

Saturday, July 14
10:00 – 5:00 Workshop

Sunday, July 15
11:30 – 5:00 Workshop

Watch professional artist and illustrator pave the way as he creates a masterpiece in chalk. Chalk it up to experience as Essex shares his tips and techniques, and then create your own chalk drawing on The Magic House’s outdoor Waterfall Patio.