Tag: Kohl Children's Museum

  • In your own unique style, how would you illustrate the concept of a tree

    In your own unique style, how would you illustrate the concept of a tree

    Artwork: spontaneous drawings from children visiting the Treewhispers installation at the Kohl Children’s Museum, Glenview, IL

  • Welcome!

    Photo by Pamela Paulsrud

    Jay was warmly greeting visitors at the gallery today when I stopped by. My heartfelt gratitude goes out to the enthusiastic participation of the dedicated staff and volunteers at the Kohl. Their passion and commitment make every visit a special experience.

    I invite you to come and experience the vibrant energy and captivating artworks on display. Countdown to takedown is on! See you at the gallery!

  • Papermaking adventures: sharing sunshine and togetherness

    Papermaking adventures: sharing sunshine and togetherness

  • Papermaking, storytelling, and butterfly releases marked a wonderful day of engagement, interaction, and collaboration at the Kohl.

    Papermaking, storytelling, and butterfly releases marked a wonderful day of engagement, interaction, and collaboration at the Kohl.

  • Collaborative Spirit

    Collaborative Spirit

    What an incredibly collaborative spirit embraced the day of papermaking, storytelling, and art. All ages came together, sharing a magical experience where everyone, young and young at heart, contributed to the collective creation.

  • Let’s Make Paper!

    Let’s Make Paper!

  • Enriching the Forest of Creativity

    Heartfelt thanks to the Kohl Children’s Museum staff for your ongoing participation and creativity in papermaking for the Spotlight Studio’s incoming crowd. Your dedication and enthusiasm are truly appreciated, and your exceptional efforts create a memorable experience for everyone involved.

  • Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago Spotlight Studio

    Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago Spotlight Studio

    The Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago is hosting Treewhispers June 3 – July 14, 2024.

    Wander through the enchanting “forest” of the Spotlight Studio, surrounded by thousands of stories, artworks, poems, and handmade paper rounds that celebrate the majesty of trees. You will be captivated by the profound beauty, collaborative spirit, and meaningful connections that fill this vibrant space.

  • Summer is blossoming

    Summer is blossoming

    Summer is blossoming in Spotlight Studio, thanks to the incredible staff and eager volunteers at Kohl Children’s Museum in Glenview, IL.

    Special thanks to Erika Gray for the invitation, Stephanie Bynum for rallying the ranks, Cori Paulsrud for getting all her steps in on the ladders and lifts throughout the installation, Joe Sarr for his care and support in lighting, and Matthew Roehr for operational details. Kudos also to the Art Studio staff—Enid Grabiner, Andrea Kerwin, Sarika Jather, Aleksandra Kowalski, Cori Paulsrud—and volunteers for making paper rounds for new submissions.

    It is exciting to see the work of so many hands come together to collectively celebrate trees. Grand opening June 3rd. Stay tuned for more details.

  • A glimpse

    Photo by Pamela Paulsrud at the Kohl Children’s Museum, Glenview, IL

    If you take your children or grandchildren to the Kohl Children’s Museum, on Main Street you’ll get a glimpse of the Treewhispers project and multiple contributions. Grateful for the outreach and opportunities they’ve provided.