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Get Your Tickets for the Festival of Trees & Light

Celebrate the season with us at the Everson’s Festival of Trees & Light! Wander through beautifully decorated trees, enjoy festive workshops, and catch live performances that bring extra holiday cheer. With creative activities for all ages, this is the perfect event to make lasting memories with family and friends. Secure your tickets today for an unforgettable experience!

At the Everson

  • On view through March 30, 2025: In the wake of the 1960s, artists felt free to use humor for self-expression, shock value, or to serve as a “spoonful of sugar” to deliver a message. While the 1970s are usually seen as a time of wild individual expression, the decade also saw the development of a network of galleries and collectors that would ultimately professionalize the field and develop grudging respect from the fine art world. It Came From the 70s features groovy works from the Everson collection that tell these stories....

  • On view through December 29, 2024: Fifty years following his Everson Museum debut, Syracuse-native Tim Atseff returns with a solo exhibition dedicated to a topic he knows intimately—the news media. Timed to coincide with the 2024 US Presidential elections, Tim Atseff: Final Edition features more than 15 works from the last decade, along with a selection of editorial cartoons penned during Atseff’s newspaper career. The exhibition will be accompanied by an extensive slate of programs focusing on journalism from a variety of perspectives, including symposia, lectures, film series, art-making workshops, and much more. ...

  • On view through December 29, 2024: Putting Art to Work features more than sixty prints made under the auspices of the Public Works of Art Project and the Federal Art Project between 1934 and 1942. Most of the prints in the Everson’s collection were donated to the Museum by the Public Works of Art Project of New York City, but Putting Art to Work includes key loans from the Syracuse University Art Museum, the Tyler Art Gallery at SUNY Oswego, the Picker Art Gallery at Colgate University, and the Onondaga Historical Association that show the program’s economic and cultural impact on our region’s public institutions and artists. ...

  • On view through December 29, 2024: Sascha Brastoff: California King is the first museum exhibition to fully explore the bold and vibrant career of midcentury icon Sascha Brastoff. Featuring his famous dinnerware, Hollywood costume designs, and innovative metalwork, this exhibition celebrates an artist who broke boundaries and made a lasting impact on American art and design....

Upcoming Events & Activities

  • December 5–15, 2024: Join us for the 2024 Festival of Trees & Light, a cherished Central New York tradition at the Everson. Experience beautifully decorated trees, festive workshops, live performances, and seasonal treats, making this a must-visit holiday event for the whole family....

  • Experience the magic of The Polar Express on the big screen in the Everson’s Hosmer Auditorium! Before the film, explore the Festival of Trees & Light, featuring dazzling holiday displays throughout the Museum. Bring the whole family for an unforgettable evening of holiday cheer!...

  • Create beautiful watercolor landscapes inspired by the Northern Lights in this hands-on workshop at the Everson. Perfect for all skill levels, your finished piece will make a stunning decoration or thoughtful holiday gift. All materials provided!...

  • Create colorful art with sprinkles at this fun, hands-on workshop! Design your own mosaic or follow along with a sample, and learn about the sweet history of sprinkles and ice cream. Perfect for all ages!...

  • Celebrate Kwanzaa with a family-friendly art workshop at the Everson! Explore the principles of unity, self-determination, and collective work through engaging crafts that honor this meaningful cultural holiday. All materials provided!...

  • Create your own menorah or dreidel at the Everson’s Hanukkah Art Making Workshop! This drop-in event welcomes families of all backgrounds to craft and decorate unique holiday pieces, fired in our kiln and ready for the festivities. Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Central New York....

  • Create your own clay gingerbread house in this festive drop-in workshop! Guided by Everson staff, you’ll shape, decorate, and craft a miniature house that’s perfect for a tea light, candle, or incense stick. Finished pieces will be kiln-fired for durability and ready to brighten your holiday season!...

  • Do you love art and wine? Join Certified Sommelier Cha McCoy and Everson Curator Steffi Chappell for a unique wine workshop and tasting that pairs fine wines with works from the Everson’s permanent collection. Explore the connection between ancient Greek ceramics, modern winemaking, and artistic masterpieces in this exclusive sensory experience....

  • Learn the art of creating a stunning holiday grazing board in this hands-on workshop with Anna Sofer of She Fancy. Discover expert tips for selecting ingredients, balancing flavors, and styling a show-stopping charcuterie board that’s perfect for any festive gathering. All materials provided—just bring your holiday cheer! Reserve your spot today!...

  • Create colorful art with sprinkles at this fun, hands-on workshop! Design your own mosaic or follow along with a sample, and learn about the sweet history of sprinkles and ice cream. Perfect for all ages!...

  • Explore the rich history of Syracuse’s newspapers with Tim Atseff, artist and former Post-Standard editorial cartoonist, and Robert Searing, Curator of History at the Onondaga Historical Association. From influential publishers like S.I. Newhouse to the changing role of local journalism, this engaging discussion delves into how Syracuse helped shape the media landscape....

  • Join The Everson on December 19th to honor the centennial of Rod Serling, Syracuse native and visionary creator of The Twilight Zone. In collaboration with The Rod Serling Memorial Foundation and SUNY Oswego, enjoy a free screening of Serling’s Emmy Award-winning teleplay Patterns, followed by a lecture by Professor Ryan Zlomek. Don't miss this special evening of classic television, insightful discussion, and tasty vegan treats from Fat Cat Baking!...