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Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC

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Through the caring for and sharing of cultural collections, the Spurlock Museum of World Cultures at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign creates space for people to learn, collaborate, and build connections.

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Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · Mar 24

Stop by and check us out!
600 S Gregory St, Urbana, IL 61801

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · 1d

We are honored to once again be the host venue for this important programming. You can find all event details here: nah.illinois.edu/events/indig...

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · 4d

Unfortunately, the indigenous food truck scheduled for this program has broken down. But all other components of the program are still on so we hope you'll still join us!

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · 4d

Sadly, the indigenous food truck scheduled for this program has broken down. All other components of the program are still on though.

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · 5d

Drop in any time between 4:00 and 6:00 for guided explorations highlighting LGBTQ+ histories and cultures. Free admission. Everyone is welcome.

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Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · 6d

So you think you can sing? Now's your chance to show us! Full details and Farm Aid artist list is on our website: www.spurlock.illinois.edu/events/event...

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Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · 7d

Some may call this "doing too much". We call it October. Truly something for everyone! We hope to see you at the museum!
www.spurlock.illinois.edu/events

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · 8d

College students and adults might be interested in this upcoming program (leave the kids at home for this one)!
www.spurlock.illinois.edu/events

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · 9d

More information and register here: www.spurlock.illinois.edu/events/event...
This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council.

Farm Aid Panel Discussion with Vet Med: The Food Animal and Rural Veterinary Shortage: Why are we here and what can we do about it? , Events, Spurlock Museum, U of I

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Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · 12d

Farm Aid Exhibit Programming: we have so much planned from scholarly talks to guided tours to music and more. Here's one coming up, and then check our website for a whole lot more: www.spurlock.illinois.edu/events

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · 14d

Looking for the inside scoop? Check out our Curator tours for the Farm Aid exhibit! Sep 28 is up first, then Oct 12, Nov 2, and Dec 7. Come one, come all!

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · 21d

Along with our exhibits, Spurlock is always producing companion programming. Check out all the great stuff we have planned around Farm Aid. So much to explore and enjoy! www.spurlock.illinois.edu

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · Sep 4

September is jam packed! Did you know Spurlock had this much programming? If you didn't, now you do!
www.spurlock.illinois.edu

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · Sep 3

Did you know we have a book club? We do! And we still have FREE BOOKS left! Some stop by, grab a free book, and then join us at The Literary on Sept 10th.

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · Aug 28

BEHIND THE SCENES! Our team has been working hard on installing our newest exhibit and it's finally ready for everyone to come and check it out! Stop by during our open hours starting Friday, Aug 29th to see the "Songs of Solidarity: The 1985 Farm Aid Concert" Exhibit.
www.spurlock.illinois.edu

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · Aug 25

We hope you'll join us!

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · Aug 24

Join us for our "Off the Quad Day" festivities until 4pm! Games, music, touch artifacts, and FREE popsicles!

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · Aug 22

Stop by our table at the New Student Welcome Celebration at Grange Grove!

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · Aug 20

Email Beth Watkins at [email protected] to sign up to participate!

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · Aug 8

Anybody else like kitty cats? We sure do! Check out some fun ones from a rare greeting card collection in honor of International Cat Day!

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · Jul 31

The next iteration of Spurlock Sundays is here!
www.spurlock.illinois.edu/events

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · Jul 29

Stop by the museum to get your FREE book then join us at The Literary on Sept 10th!

Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · Jul 18

World Emoji Day Answers! We posted the prompts yesterday and now the big reveal!
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Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · Jul 18

World Emoji Day Answers! We posted the prompts yesterday and now the big reveal!
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Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · Jul 18

World Emoji Day Answers! We posted the prompts yesterday and now the big reveal!
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Spurlock Museum of World Cultures @ UIUC @spurlockmuseum.bsky.social · Jul 18

Click here for the full information: www.spurlock.illinois.edu/about/jobs/