Located among pristine woodlands in the Ryerson historic home in Riverwoods, Il., Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods promotes the importance of nature for nurturing personal and community wellbeing, cultivating creativity, and inspiring learning.
Radical Hope Radical Hope: Building Climate Resilience for Healthy Communities, the companion exhibition of the Smith Nature Symposium, opens in the Brushwood Gallery on Saturday, September 14th. Community connection and […]
Veterans Acrylic Paint & Sip Nights Join us for a fun and relaxing acrylic paint event led by Veteran and Artist, Ramona Pozek. This event promises to be both educational and therapeutic. Leave with a hand painted masterpiece that you will be able to take home with you!All skill levels welcomed.Non-alcoholic drinks, beer and wine […]
Watercolor Painting for Women Veterans and Families Develop your unique artistic expression through watercolor painting. We will delight in the colorful, transformative nature of the watercolor while also sharing factual information about the natural world and flowers. Student input and discussion are welcome! Class taught by Gabrielle Tufano.--Art materials will be mailed to your home. […]
Day of the Dead Art Workshop for Veterans Día de los Muertos, also known as Day of the Dead, lasts from October 31st until Nov 2nd. It is celebrated in Mexico and several other Latin American countries. This celebration is filled with rich symbolism and colorful traditions, offering families and communities an opportunity to remember […]
You Choose the Project · Use Tools and Supplies From BASE · Get Help When You Need It Want to learn to knit? Need to repair a mosaic? Want to try your hand at oil paints, but don’t know where to start? There’s no need to sign up for a formal class or invest in […]
Nature Photography for Veterans and Families Learn about the basics of photography while exploring the natural beauty of Chicagoland with your fellow Veterans. Families and all ages are welcomed. Free, but registration is required. ______ Meet at Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods Activity Expectation: Outdoors with walking trails. Please wear comfortable shoes. Sensory Expectations: Outdoors Available Accommodations: No […]
At Ease In Nature Join us to celebrate the healing power of nature and the arts. At Ease in Nature features artwork created during our 2024 At Ease programs, as […]
At Ease in Nature: Opening Reception Join us to celebrate the healing power of nature and the arts. At Ease in Nature features artwork created during our 2024 At Ease […]
Healthy Home, Healthy You Learn more about how to keep yourself, your family, and community safe and healthy. These six sessions will cover emergency home ready plans, resources for flooding, […]
Watercolor Painting for Women Veterans and Families Develop your unique artistic expression through watercolor painting. We will delight in the colorful, transformative nature of the watercolor while also sharing factual […]
Healthy Home, Healthy You Learn more about how to keep yourself, your family, and community safe and healthy. These six sessions will cover emergency home ready plans, resources for flooding, […]
BASE: Create & Sip - Wreath Making As you craft away, enjoy the company of fellow art enthusiasts in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere while listening to a craft-themed musical soundtrack. Feel free to bring your favorite beverage (alcohol is allowed for those 21 and up) and some snacks to enjoy as you immerse yourself […]
