Explore the Night: Night Hike & Guided Telescope Observing
Starting April 22
Let’s explore and use our night senses! Join Ella Sharp Museum and the Dahlem Center for a wonderful night under the stars.
Robots on Mars
April 25
Mars is Earth’s most accessible planetary neighbor. With the help of all kinds of robotic friends, scientists hope to learn as much as they can about Mars and its mysterious past. “Robots on Mars” will visit these robotic scientists as they look for water, fly high above in space, and search for alien life, with a highlight on the new Perseverance rover and its little helicopter companion, Ingenuity.
Spring Ceramics (FULL)
Starting April 26
JOIN US for our adult ceramic classes and cultivate your creativity.
Classes are offered year-round and are open to all levels (beginners to experience adults).
Jackson County Museum Day
May 8th
Join ten participating Jackson County, Michigan museums, including Ella Sharp Museum, for a free day on Saturday, May 8 from 10 am – 4 pm. Visitors to Ella Sharp Museum can enjoy the museum galleries, historic farm lane, a show in the Hurst Planetarium and enjoy a Hillside Farmhouse tour.
Toddler Tours (SOLD OUT)
May 15 & 16 @ 11:00am
It’s never too early to start visiting planetariums! Bring the little ones for a tour of shapes in the night sky and accompanying activities and art project.
A Walk Through Jackson’s Past
May 23
Please join us for a guided tour through Jackson’s oldest cemetery, Mt. Evergreen Cemetery. You will hear about some of Jackson’s famous families and their stories including Ella Merriman Sharp, Austin Blair, William Sparks and families such as Col. Christian Rath, Dr. Ira C. Backus and Lucy Thurman.
Patio Parties
Select Thursdays June 10 – July 29
Join us for select Thursday evenings during the summer for live music, food, and beverages on Farm Lane.
Toddler Tour: Wildlife
June 13 @ 11:00am
It’s never too early to start visiting museums! Andy Andrews has been fascinated with wildlife since a young age. Celebrate the 15th Anniversary exhibit by bringing the little ones for a tour of our “Andrews Gallery of Wildlife Art” and accompanying activities and art project.
Art, Beer, and Wine Festival
August 7
Ella Sharp Museum is excited for Art, Beer and Wine on August 7th, 2021. This event is presented by County National Bank. Vendor applications will be available March 1. Tickets will go on sale May 1. Ella Sharp Museum will be following all State of Michigan guidelines related to Covid 19. Please note with the changes to this year’s event, we will have limited tickets for sale.
Toddler Tour: Barns
August 15 @ 11:00am
It’s never too early to start visiting museums! Bring the little ones for a tour of our barns exhibit and accompanying activities and art project.
A Walk Through Jackson’s Past
October 3
Please join us for a guided tour through Jackson’s oldest cemetery, Mt. Evergreen Cemetery. You will hear about some of Jackson’s famous families and their stories including Ella Merriman Sharp, Austin Blair, William Sparks and families such as Col. Christian Rath, Dr. Ira C. Backus and Lucy Thurman.
Virtual Night Sky Tours
Date & Time By Request
Experience the night sky from the comfort of your home or back yard! Ella Sharp Museum is offering virtual night sky tours. These tours will show you what’s currently in your night sky, when to look for it, and the easiest ways to observe. This is perfect for at home birthdays or any special occasion. Programming will be personalized for the guest of honor.