Programs and Events
Our programs and events highlight the wide range of the Avenir’s current exhibitions, as well as guest presenters on unique subjects. Join us for these free, public lectures on an intriguing array of textile topics!
Make and Mend
First Saturday of Every Month*
2026 dates: Aug.1, Sept. 5, Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5
*No Make & Mend in January or July 2026
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The Linda L. Carlson Classroom, Rm 157
Avenir Museum
Does your beloved sweater have a hole? Do your jeans need a patch?
Drop in to our monthly Make & Mend Open Studio, where we welcome all textile-based projects! Whether you’re into upcycling, mending, fabric DIY, cosplay, stuffy repair, quilting, or anything else textiles, this is the perfect space to get creative.
Basic materials will be provided, but if you have specific fabric, thread, or tools you’d like to use, feel free to bring them along! Please note, this is not an alteration service; we want to help you build the skills and knowledge to mend and maintain your own clothes and accessories!
Avenir Museum Bug Party!
Saturday, June 27
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising
216 E. Lake Street, Fort Collins, Colorado
Join us for a fun-filled Saturday in celebration of International Insect Week! Stamp print your own bug-themed handkerchief, join us for collage and coloring, enter giveaways, and enjoy some fun snacks! Plus, meet an array of insect ambassadors and community organizations, such as the Butterfly Pavilion and the Northern Colorado Wildlife Center, among others.
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