This Month at the Clay Center
March 2010
Performances
Clay Center PresentsHabib Koite and Bamada
Sunday, March 7, 7 pm
You'll be mesmerized by this Malian guitar master's beautiful blend of traditional Mali music and western rock and folk.
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Streb: Raw
Friday, March 12, 8 pm
Be blown away by this gravity-defying ensemble as they combine extreme sports with the poetry of dance.
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Kenny Wayne ShepherdWednesday, February 17, 8 pm
Don't miss this Grammy-nominated musician who was labeled a guitar prodigy at a young age and has been called "one of the modern ambassadors for a true American art form - the blues."
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Must-see Exhibit!
Lost Kingdoms of the Nile:
Nubian Treasures from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston*
Now open through April 11
Discover secrets and mysteries of the ancient Nubian empire through this fascinating exhibit of more than 200 rare artifacts, dating from 3100 B.C.
Just added! Rare Falcon Mummy
A rare Egyptian falcon mummy is now on display in the Lost Kingdoms exhibit. Many species of animals were mummified in the later periods of Egyptian history. Learn why the ancient Egyptians chose to mummify falcons and see a real falcon mummy from 664-332 B.C.
Upcoming Events
Free Lunchtime Lecture***
Wonders of the New River Gorge with National Park Ranger Dave Caldwell
Wednesday, March 10, 12:15 pm
Learn about some of the amazing natural and cultural resources that make the park unique enough to be a part of our national park system.
Lost Kingdoms of the Nile Lecture Series***
Nubian Queens in the Nile Valley with Dr. Carolyn Fluehr-Lobban
Thursday, March 16, 6 pm
Discover the influence Nubian women played on Kushite culture, and learn how they helped establish who was going to be the next king or queen
***Exhibit admission not included.
In the Gift Shop
March Feature Item
Rainbow Maker
Create beautiful rainbow reflections that move around the room with a solar-powered crystal rainbow maker.
Retail Price: $24.99
Members receive discount
Family Fun
Family Fun Day*
Global Celebration
Saturday, March 6, 11 am – 4 pm
Go around the world in a day with this all-new event day celebrating different cultures!
Family Fun Day*
Eggstravaganza!
Saturday, March 27, 11 am – 4 pm
Hop on over for some fun during a day celebrating the incredible egg! Join us for egg hunts, egg dyeing, egg-citing science demos and more.
Milton’s Marvels of Science*
LIVE demonstrations in Earth City daily at 1, 2 & 3 pm!
March: Wildlife Along the Nile – Join our river excursion as we explore crocodiles and other wild animals found along Africa's Nile River!
Wee Wednesdays*
Visitors age 5 and under (and their caregivers) can enjoy stories and crafts every Wednesday at 11 am & 1 pm
March 3: Katie in London by James Mayhew
March 10: No Red Monsters Allowed by Liza Alexander
March 17: Yertle the Turtle by Dr. Seuss
March 24: The Little House by Virginia Burton
March 31: The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter
Check out other upcoming programs and events!
In the Art Gallery*
Lost in Form, Found in Line: An Exhibition of Works by Robert Motherwell (1915 - 1991)
Step into the world of artist Robert Motherwell to explore the work that distinguished him, both for his innovations in graphic media and for his stunning images.
In the ElectricSky Theater
Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs
Travel back thousands of years to the royal tombs of Egypt and discover the secrets of ancient mummies.
Mysteries of the Nile
Be part of this exciting rafting expedition as a band of explorers travels the Nile from source to sea.
The Alps
Journey to one of the world's most celebrated, yet treacherous peaks to explore the beauty and uniqueness of the Swiss Alps.
Stars of the Nile
Shows Wednesday – Saturday at 11 am & 2 pm, Sundays at noon & 2 pm
Travel through ancient Egypt and Nubia, as you discover the mythologies and constellations of these amazing civilizations.
*These activities are included with gallery admission.