Upcoming Events and Classes
Collections Behind the Scenes: Members Tour at the Ella Sharp Museum
One Thursday Every Month in 2024
Next Date: November 21
The Ella Sharp Museum currently houses tens of thousands of objects and documents from throughout Jackson’s history. We are excited to offer you, our members, the chance to tour our hidden collections spaces alongside our curatorial team. Join us for a members-only evening behind the scenes, and glimpse what makes our exhibits tick. The tour will be followed by an open discussion with our curators, including a cash bar with one complementary drink.
Paint & Sip with Sharon Sunday
December 4
Join local Jackson-area artist Sharon Sunday for a festive night of creativity and fun! Paint a holiday snowman on a recycled wine bottle with Sharon’s expert guidance, and enjoy a drink or two from the cash bar. All supplies are included in the ticket price, and you’ll leave with a unique, hand-painted decoration to take home!
Culinary Class with JACC
December 6
Join us for a one-of-a-kind culinary experience inspired by Julia Child: A Recipe for Life. Watch the JACC culinary students bring Julia’s iconic recipes to life with a live demonstration of Caesar salad, Chicken Fricassee, and decadent Chocolate Mousse—straight from Mastering the Art of French Cooking. Indulge in a three-course meal featuring these classic dishes! Doors open at 5pm to tour galleries, dinner will be served at 6pm.
Angels at the Ella
Displayed on Farmlane
December 16 – January 3
The Ella Sharp Museum is proud to present Angels at the Ella! This event allows family members to sponsor a tree in remembrance of a loved one this holiday season. Starting Tuesday, Dec. 10th during operational hours, families are welcome to personalize their trees by adding decorations and LED lights and join us for our lighting ceremony on Monday, Dec. 16th from 5-7pm. Trees will be lit during our lighting ceremony at 6pm and will be displayed on Farmlane starting Monday, Dec. 16th through the end of 2024.
Keep an Eye Out for:
- Kids Apron Decorating Wednesday, Dec. 11th 4-6pm
- Julia Documentary with Wine Wednesday, Dec. 11th 4-7pm
- Julia Child Exhibit Reception Thursday, Dec. 12th 6-8pm
- Pizza Classes with Tiki Sam, Jan. Time TBD