Upcoming Events

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  Sat, Aug 02

  Family Fun Saturday / 

  Abilene

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  Aug 02, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

  Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  Free fine art project every Saturday from 10AM to 3PM int he NCCIL Studio!

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  Thu, Aug 07

  Back-to-School Family Fun Studio Night / 

  Abilene

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  Aug 07, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

  Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  Join us for a fun night out of getting back-to-school ready with the entire family! Each paid participant will be able to make one of each of the following: -pencil box -pencil bag -backpack charm -bookmark

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  Thu, Sep 18

  Behind the Scenes Night at the Museum / 

  Abilene

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  Sep 18, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

  Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  This is a night especially for our adult patrons! Join us for light desserts, drinks and an opportunity to view art from the permanent collection, as well as ask questions of how the museum works behind the scenes. This will include a Q&A with Exhibitions and Collections Director, Julia Teel.
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  Fri, Oct 03

  The Will: Women in Literature Luncheon / 

  Abilene

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  Oct 03, 2025, 11:45 AM – 1:45 PM CDT

  Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  Join us in celebrating and supporting women who inspire others to read and be creative. The NCCIL will feature visiting artist Juana Martinez-Neal, whose exhibition will open to the public following the luncheon.
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  Sat, Oct 04

  9 am Artist Workshop with Juana Martinez-Neal / 

  NCCIL

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  Oct 04, 2025, 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM

  NCCIL, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  Your child will participate in a hands-on art workshop led by our Fall NCCIL Artist, Juana Martinez-Neal!
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  Sat, Nov 15

  Dog Man & Donuts (Members Only) / 

  Abilene

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  Nov 15, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

  Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  Members! Join us for Dog Man & Donuts, a special morning filled with sweet treats, swag, and all the fun of Dog Man Day—before the crowds arrive!
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  Sat, Nov 15

  Dog Man Day / 

  Abilene

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  Nov 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

  Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  Join us for an action-packed celebration inspired by the hilarious and heroic world of Dog Man by Dav Pilkey!
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  Sat, Dec 06

  Snowy Morning (Members Only) / 

  Abilene

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  Dec 06, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

  Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  Kick off the holiday season with a magical members-only Snowy Morning at the NCCIL!
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  Sat, Dec 06

  Snowy Day / 

  Abilene

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  Dec 06, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

  Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  An unforgettable morning of art and holiday fun!