Events on February 26, 2026
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Precious Metal Clay Workshop: Copper & Brass Pendants
2pm to 8:30pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 North Minnetrista Parkway, Muncie, IN 47303
Cost: $45.00 Ages: 18+ 
Turn your imagination into wearable art! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll craft a copper or brass pendant using Precious Metal Clay (PMC)—a moldable clay made of real metal particles that transforms into solid metal when kiln-fired. Learn how to cut, texture, and layer your piece while working with the clay in both its wet and green (dry) stages. Finished pendants will be kiln-fired by the instructor and ready for pickup the following week.All tools, supplies, and safety gear will be provided; please wear clothing you don’t mind getting dirty. Preregistration is strongly preferred; limited walk-in tickets may be available—please call ahead.
Happens on the following Dates:
- Feb 25, 2026, 2:00pm to 4:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
- Feb 26, 2026, 6:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Bob Ross Painting Workshop: S18 E06—Majestic Peaks
6pm to 9pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
620 West Minnetrista Boulevard Muncie, IN 47303
620 West Minnetrista Boulevard
Cost: $75.00 Ages: 13+ 
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from an experienced Certified Ross Instructor® and paint in the building where The Joy of Painting was filmed! Just bring yourself, and we will provide everything you need to have a wonderful time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!”This workshop is held in the Bob Ross Experience studio, which is only accessible by stairs. Painting workshops are open to participants ages 14 and up. Preregistration is strongly preferred; limited walk-in tickets may be available—please call ahead.
Please note: 765.282.4848 for more information.
Bob Ross Painting Workshop: S18 E06—Majestic Peaks
6pm to 9pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
620 West Minnetrista Boulevard Muncie, IN 47303
620 West Minnetrista Boulevard
Cost: $75.00 Ages: 13+
Learn Bob’s signature “wet-on-wet” technique from an experienced Certified Ross Instructor® and paint in the building where The Joy of Painting was filmed! Just bring yourself, and we will provide everything you need to have a wonderful time. Just like Bob said, “Let’s get crazy!”This workshop is held in the Bob Ross Experience studio, which is only accessible by stairs. Painting workshops are open to participants ages 14 and up. Preregistration is strongly preferred; limited walk-in tickets may be available—please call ahead.
Please note: 765.282.4848 for more information.
- Women of Whitely: At the Heart of Muncie’s Black History 6pm @ Shaffer Chapel Museum 1501 E Highland Ave, Muncie, IN 47303
Join us at the Shaffer Chapel Museum in Muncie for a special Black History Month presentation celebrating the legacy of women from Muncie’s historic Whitely neighborhood. A panel of local historians from Ball State University Libraries, Delaware County Historical Society, Minnetrista Museum & Gardens, and Muncie Public Library will highlight the stories of educators, activists, entrepreneurs, faith leaders, and community builders whose contributions helped shape Whitely and beyond. Through photographs and archival materials, the panel will explore the remarkable achievements of these women and their lasting impact on Muncie’s cultural, civic, and social landscape.
This free public program invites the community to honor the women of Whitely’s past, uplift its trailblazers, and reflect on the ongoing work inspired by their lives.
Panelists:
Melissa Gentry, Supervisor, Map Collection, Ball State University Libraries
Sara McKinley, Carnegie Library Manager and Archivist, Muncie Public Library
Karen Vincent, Executive Director, Delaware County Historical Society and Delaware County Historian
- Youth Dungeons and Dragons 6pm to 8pm @ Muncie OUTreach LGBTQ+ Community Center Located on the 2nd floor of the YWCA 310 E Charles Street, Muncie IN 47305
Cost: Free Ages: 9-18 Players are welcome to join in at any time, players are not required to wait for a new game to start. Games generally run several weeks in a row before starting a new quest.
Veal by Jojo Jones
7:30pm @
Fine Arts Building, Ball State University
Recital Hall AR217
2021 W. Riverside Avenue
Cost: General Public: $15 in advance, $17 at the door Faculty/Staff/Students/Seniors: $12 in advance, $14 at the door 
Co-Directed by Dee Dee Batteast and Payten Romig
February 19-22, 24-26 at 7:30 p.m. | February 21 at 2:30 p.m. | AR217 Recital Hall
Following a violent coup, a young woman named Chelsea is crowned Queen of North America. In the midst of her newfound reign, three friends from middle school (whom she hasn’t spoken to in years) walk into her new palace to ask Chelsea for a big favor. But before she grants it, she’s going to make them reminisce and “embrace the nostalgia” by revisiting their shared friendship and its horrific ending.
Veal was developed and had its world premiere at A Red Orchid Theatre in Chicago
Kirsten Fitzgerald Artistic Director, Audrey Billings Managing Director
Tickets
Tickets are available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall in person, by phone at 765-285-8749, or online.
General Public: $15 in advance, $17 at the door
Faculty/Staff/Students/Seniors: $12 in advance, $14 at the door
