Description
A free plein air event for artists aged 3–12 at Plein Air Adkins.
Location
Adkins Arboretum • 12610 Eveland Road • Ridgely, MD 21660
Date & Time
Saturday, November 7, 2026 • 10:30 am–12 pm
Plein air painting isn't just for grown-ups. At Plein Air Adkins, young artists can try their hand at making art en plein air!
Little Plein Air is a free event open to artists aged 3–12. No previous experience necessary. Kids can be registered online, or in person on the morning of the event. This is not a drop-off program. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
Check-in at the Visitor's Center at 10:30 am. If you need less than an hour to create your masterpice, feel free to arrive later. You're welcome to bring your own art supplies, or borrow from the Arboretum. The following materials will be available:
- Crayons
- Markers
- Colored pencils
- Watercolor paints
- Printer paper
- Cardstock
- Clipboards
- Drawing boards
Next, venture onto the Arboretum's trails to find the perfect spot to create your art. At 11:30 am, meet at the picnic tables behind the Visitor's Center to showcase your work. Every artist will receive a prize and a personalized superlative.
At the conclusion of Little Plein Air, kids and their adults are welcome to observe Plein Air Adkins artists and stay to watch the judging.
Please direct questions about Little Plein Air to Madison Palmer, Youth Program Director. Click to learn more about Plein Air Adkins.
