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Upcoming Events

Heard-Craig Center for the Arts

Artistic Brews - Friday Tea Luncheon

McKinney, TX CDT
Coming to McKinney on a Friday intent to walk, shop and have a beautiful tea luncheon on the downtown square?  Then book your lunch at the elegant Heard-Craig Center for the Arts and at noon, arrive at the front door of the … read more

The Art of Versailles Art History Lecture

McKinney, TX CDT
Join Dr. Clair Robertson, Art History Professor at Collin College, as she takes us through the beautiful art inside the Palace of Versailles.  If you've not been to Versailles but always wanted to go, now is a great time to … read more

In the Natural Sense: The Works of Mohammed Zafarullah

McKinney, TX CDT
Mohammed Zafarullah, a native of Pakistan, attended the Industrial School of Design with two of his siblings.  His paintings are colorful and reflect a sense of the natural.  Swing by to see the exhibit and join the conversa… read more

Make Your Own Journal Book with Dallas Artist April Soncrant

McKinney, TX CDT
This workshop with Dallas Artist, April Soncrant, will walk you through the process of creating your own journal book with multiple pages and a stunning cover.  Each attendee will leave with their own book.

The Most Expensive Paintings in the World lecture

McKinney, TX CDT
This FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC lecture will be provided by Dr. Clair Robertson, Art history Professor at Collin College.   The lecture will share information on many of the most expensive paintings in the world and why the… read more

Edelweiss Education and Social Club November 2023

McKinney, TX CDT
The Edelweiss Club, whose mission is education as well as social involvement, welcomes the public to attend its monthly meetings - first as a non-member guest and then as a member.  All interested in making connections withi… read more

Americans At Home: Images of Christmas Art History Lecture

McKinney, TX CDT
Join Dr. Clair Robertson, Collin College, for a peek at the images of the family during the holidays.

The Nutcracker Showcase featuring the McKinney Flute Choir

McKinney, TX CDT
McKinney has such a lovely holiday season that it would be a shame to miss the Nutcracker music performances at the Heard-Craig Center for the Arts.   There are two performances - Tuesday December 12 at 6:30 PM and again on … read more

Christmas Tea & Conversation at the Heard Craig Center

McKinney, TX CDT
Every year the Heard-Craig Center becomes an enchanting oasis of music, food, and history during the holiday Tea and Conversation event.  We invite you to join others from the community as we come together for great conversa… read more

Holiday Luncheon with the Edelweiss Education Club

McKinney, TX CDT
Get out this holiday season and enjoy lunch with a local group of members dedicated to educational and social pursuits.  The group meets at the Heard-Craig Center the third Friday of each month and all are welcome to join.  … read more

An Evening of the Nutcracker Music with special exhibit of Degas-Style Ballerinas

McKinney, TX CDT
McKinney has such a lovely holiday season that it would be a shame to miss the Nutcracker music performances at the Heard-Craig Center for the Arts.   There are two performances - Tuesday December 12 at 6:30 PM and again on … read more

Holiday Granddaughter/Children's Tea at the Heard-Craig Center

McKinney, TX CDT
One of the most popular events for young people, the Heard-Craig Center Holiday Tea is one not to miss.  A routinely sold out event, this morning tea and tour comes with a holiday chance to try out the ART O MAT - the only o… read more

The Friendship Train of 1947 with LInda Johnson

McKinney, TX CDT
Come as a guest to the January 19, 2024 Edelweiss Club meeting to hear speaker LInda Johnson talk about the Friendship Train of 1947.  All are welcome as guests to this meeting.  Reservations are required for dessert plannin… read more

History of Entertainment in McKinney with Pat Rogers

McKinney, TX CDT
Those of you who've heard Pat Rogers speak know that this is slated to be another rousing presentation full of stories about John Phillip Sousa and more.

Brunch in the Garden - A May Celebration of Mothers

McKinney, TX CDT
Our beautiful Heard-Craig Garden will be the location for a lovely brunch celebrating Mothers (Mother's Day is May 12th).  Join us for a catered luncheon, desserts, drinks including champagne, and beautiful summer music.  En… read more
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Past Events

Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit - Sounds of Religion

Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit - Sounds of Religion

McKinney, TX
There are many sounds that accompany world-wide religious rituals.  This Smithsonian poster series is FREE and open to the public with registration/free tickets.  The exhibit will be open from June 19, 2023 through July 7, 2023 in the Heard-Craig Carriage House.  A great discussion springboard for …
Tue, Jun 20 2023 9:00 AM Fri, Jul 7 2023 3:00 PM

European Tea Room - August

European Tea Room - August

McKinney, TX
The Belgian Orange Cake served in this tea room setting will just melt in your mouth.  Bring a friend and come experience tea, cake, and a tour of the Heard-Craig Mansion.
Thursday, August 10 2023 1:00 PM 2:00 PM

An Art View on Interiors

An Art View on Interiors

McKinney, TX
Are you a collector? Do you have furniture you love, nature pieces you love, or paintings that you love --  all that need to be displayed artfully and beautifully in your home?  Well our featured speaker for An Art View on Interiors is Malika Roberts, artist and interior designer.  She will teach y…
Tuesday, September 12 2023 2:30 PM 4:00 PM

Smithsonian Museum Day 2023 at the Heard-Craig Center

Smithsonian Museum Day 2023 at the Heard-Craig Center

McKinney, TX
As a Smithsonian Affiliate Museum, the Heard-Craig Center for the Arts is pleased to open it's doors on Museum Day, Sunday, September 17, 2023 from NOON to 3:00 PM for tours at Noon, at 1:00 PM and at 2:00 PM.    Smithsonian Museum Day grants FREE customer tours with a Ticket and a Reservation.
Sunday, September 17 2023 12:00 PM 3:00 PM

Victorian Millinery with Speaker Dana Rupp

Victorian Millinery with Speaker Dana Rupp

McKinney, TX
Join the Edelweiss education and social club for a wonderful speaking event with Dana Rupp.  Dana will share information about Victorian Millinery.  All are welcome to attend with reservations.
Friday, September 15 2023 1:00 PM 2:30 PM

Picasso: What's the Big Deal? Art History Lecture

Picasso: What's the Big Deal? Art History Lecture

McKinney, TX
Dr. Clair Robertson, Collin College Art History Professor, will provide a rousing lecture about Pablo Picasso and explain why his artwork was and is such a big deal.   This session is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.  If you are a Picasso collector, stop by for a chat. 12:30 - 1:30 PM in the Carriage …
Wednesday, August 2 2023 12:30 PM 1:30 PM

The Great McKinney FABRIC SALE from the Smith Collection

The Great McKinney FABRIC SALE from the Smith Collection

McKinney, TX
One of the Heard-Craig Center for the Arts Patron members, Mrs. Mary Lou Smith, has generously donated her collection of fabric for purchase by the public.  The following highlights some of the interesting items in the collection which comprises 170 bins of items: Quilting Kits; Fat Quarters for q…
Wed, Jul 5 2023 9:00 AM Fri, Jul 14 2023 5:00 PM

June Tea & Conversation at the Heard-Craig

June Tea & Conversation at the Heard-Craig

McKinney, TX
Summer is the perfect time to call a friend and get together for a great program and lively conversation at the Heard-Craig Center for the Arts!    The Program for June is related to Art and will use the expertise of the Art Department at Collin College.  While you are, enjoy a virtual artfest of …
Wednesday, June 14 2023 2:00 PM 4:30 PM

Michelangelo's Other Works: Art History Lecture

Michelangelo's Other Works: Art History Lecture

McKinney, TX
Join Dr. Clair Robertson, Collin College Art History Professor, for a glimpse of Michelangelo's work that is not as well known as the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel or the Sculpture of David.   FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.    12:30 - 1:30 pm in the Carriage House of the Heard-Craig Center.
Wednesday, September 6 2023 12:30 PM 1:30 PM

Fall 2023 Granddaughter Tea at the Heard-Craig Center

Fall 2023 Granddaughter Tea at the Heard-Craig Center

McKinney, TX
One of the most precious events of the year is the Granddaughter/Children's Tea held inside the lovely, elegant Heard-Craig Center for the Arts in downtown McKinney.   The Fall program is about artist, Pablo Picasso.  Born in Spain, his father was a painter and art teacher.   His artistic gifts in…
Saturday, August 19 2023 11:00 AM 2:00 PM

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