SAM Open House: Joyce J. Scott

We're opening the museum doors for a free evening of fun and learning! Everyone is invited to enjoy talks, gallery tours, performances, relaxing music, delicious cocktails, and snacks. This edition of SAM Open House celebrates the exhibition, Joyce J. Scott: Walk a Mile in My Dreams at Seattle Art Museum. Tours, demonstrations, and art making throughout the evening are inspired by Scott’s boundary-breaking art practice incorporating glass, sculpture, beading, and multi-media installation.

Brotman Forum

6–9 pm: Tabling by Coyote Central

Learn more about Coyote Central's creative classes and public art opportunities for young people. Their mission is to spark creativity in young people, putting tools in their hands to build skills and forge their futures.

6–8:30 pm: Beadmaking workshop by Kulla Jatani

Whether you're a seasoned beadworker or just looking to get creative, this craft table offers engaging activities for all ages and skill levels. Explore the vast array of beads to craft a unique piece of necklace or bracelet that reflects your style. Additionally, unleash your imagination with the button crafting activity, where you can transform ordinary buttons into extraordinary works of art. Create abstract designs, whimsical figures, or even miniature landscapes—endless possibilities! Let your creativity flow, and discover the joy of jewelry beading and button crafting.

6:30–7 pm: Awodi Drumming

Take part in an interactive performance and drum along with Javoen Byrd. LANGSTON Seattle and The Hawk Foundation are proud to present this brilliant instructor. Free West African Healing Drum classes from Javoen are available on Mondays at Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute. LANGSTON Seattle leads innovative programs and fosters community partnerships that center Black art, artists, and audiences while honoring the enduring legacy of Seattle’s Black Central Area.

7:30–9 pm: DJ Sureal

Tamao George Yasutake AKA DJ Sureal has been an area DJ, beatmaker and Hip-Hop enthusiast in Seattle for over 20 years. Coming from a diversely talented family of musicians, George decided to follow in his oldest brother’s footsteps (DJ Hardcut) and become a DJ.

In the galleries

6–9 pm: Weaving Space

Learn to weave with an educator at the interactive weaving space that is part of the Joyce J. Scott exhibition.

6:15 pm: Calder: In Motion with Jose Diaz

6:30 pm & 7:45 pm: Joyce J. Scott: Walk a Mile in My Dreams with Cynthia Masterson

Enjoy this My Favorite Things Tour with Comanche beadworker, Cynthia Masterson. Observe and discuss a few of her favorite pieces from Joyce J. Scott's exhibition. Cynthia will share beadweaving history, materials, and techniques from an Indigenous perspective.

7:15 pm: Joyce J. Scott: Walk a Mile in My Dreams with Catharina Manchanda

7:15 pm: American Art: The Stories We Carry with David Turner

This SAM Open House coincides with Refract, a festival showcasing creative uses of glass in the Pacific Northwest. Hosted by Chihuly Garden and Glass in partnership with Visit Seattle, this event brings together art organizations and artists to showcase what makes the region’s glass community so special. Refract 2024 takes place October 17–20.