
AMOS Community Night: Expansion Listening Session
An all-ages community listening session with the museum leadership team centered on AMOS’ expansion plans, from new exhibits to amenities and facility improvements. Share feedback, learn about STEAM priorities, and get info on becoming a community advocate for hands-on learning in Western NC.
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Weeklong STEAM summer camp built around hands-on exploration of the natural world, chemistry activities, and introductory computer programming. Designed to support youth development and classroom success with age-range sessions including rising kindergarteners at a downtown science museum.

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Two hours of littles only museum floor time paired with STEAM storytimes led by PreK educators and a nature based play workshop with Kids Garden. Complimentary coffee and a light breakfast set an easygoing morning vibe for families with kids 5 and under.

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Interactive sound lab stations invite you to manipulate decibels, amplitude, frequency, and sound waves to create beeps and boops, match mystery sounds, and build a movie soundtrack. A summer science exhibit geared for curious kids and adults who like to tinker.

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Docent led walkthrough of a current featured exhibition with interactive discussion prompts and close looking. Drop in at the Asheville Art Museum for an accessible, educator guided gallery tour with no reservations required.

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Hands-on science exhibits and curiosity-fueled exploring in a downtown museum meetup, with time to mingle at a comfortable pace. The outing can continue with an optional walk to Foggy Mountain Brew Pub for a casual lunch.

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After-hours summer concert night at the Asheville Museum of History with good music, casual bites, and a laid-back warm-weather hang. Held every third Tuesday, it blends museum atmosphere with an easygoing social vibe.

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In person city council session in the Council Chamber at Asheville City Hall, with public agenda items, votes, and discussion on local government actions. A civic meeting for residents tracking city policy, services, and community issues.

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An open studio style meet and greet with the 2026 Virginia A. Groot Material Exploration Residency cohort after eight weeks of focused studio time at the Center for Craft. Browse works in progress, talk process and materials, and connect with Western North Carolina’s craft community.

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A farm-focused outing around Asheville with a guided tour of local agricultural spaces and behind the scenes learning. Expect fresh air, hands on curiosity, and a community minded look at regional farming life.

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