Events Calendar
In-person at MODA | Geared towards adults
Join us for MAKE @ MODA: Haunted Houses, a hands-on design workshop where you’ll build a three-dimensional model of a haunted house.
In-person at MODA
Join us at MODA for a powerful evening with Omari Souza, founder of the State of Black Design conference and editor of the newly released book Design Against Racism: Creating Work That Transforms Communities.
Virtual | Ages 12 – 18
Join MODA for a virtual studio in which young designers tell short stories by creating mini comic strips featuring original heroes, villains, and epic showdowns.
In-person at MODA
Join MODA for an evening with Chris Peeples, founder of the Atlanta Streetwear Market, one of the dynamic and influential platforms for emerging fashion talent in the Southeast.
In-person at MODA
Join acclaimed interior designer Caryn Grossman for an engaging, hands-on workshop that will invigorate your home decor.
In-person at the Peachtree Library
Join us at the Peachtree Branch Library at 12 p.m. on the first Friday of each month for a lively discussion of books that explore how design shapes our world.
In-person at MODA | 9th–12th Grade
In this session of Design Next, we will learn how sneaker designers blend materials, color, and form to create shoes that are stylish, high-performing, and meaningful.
In-person Downtown Atlanta
Join MODA and Amy Durrell of History Afoot Atlanta for an inspiring guided walking tour celebrating the contributions of women in Downtown Atlanta and seeing the way design reflects the changing lives of women.
In-Person at MODA
Come enjoy all the fall vibes on the plaza on Sunday, November 9th from 1-5 PM as we make prints using leaves! We’ll provide all the materials you need, including the leaves, paint, and paper. Bring just yourself or your crew as we get crafty with nature.
In-person at MODA
Join MODA as we explore the book You Need a Manifesto by Charlotte Burgess-Auburn of Stanford d.school and create a personal statement of purpose that fuels your creativity, shapes your choices, and drives meaningful change.
Virtual | Ages 10 – 13
Join MODA for a virtual studio in which students will create their own heroes and villains for a chase game using Scratch, a block-based programming platform.
In-person at MODA
Join Tom Simons of Lewis Pogue Chocolate for a rich, multisensory exploration of two of the world’s most beloved beans—cacao and coffee.
In-person at MODA | Geared towards adults
Join us for MAKE @ MODA: Happy Place Landscapes, a hands-on workshop where you’ll use oil pastels to create a vibrant drawing of a place that brings you joy.
Virtual | Ages 12 – 18
Join MODA for a virtual Afterschool Studio in which you’ll design your very own superhero or villain.
In-person at the Peachtree Library | Ages 2-6
Join the Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA) and the Fulton County Library for a playful introduction to STEAM—science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.
Virtual | Ages 12 – 18
Join MODA for a virtual studio in which students will design festive greeting cards that capture the magic of the season!
In-person at the Peachtree Library
Join us at the Peachtree Branch Library at 12 p.m. on the first Friday of each month for a lively discussion of books that explore how design shapes our world.
Virtual | Ages 10 – 13
Join MODA for a virtual studio in which students will design a snowy adventure game filled with icy challenges, frosty landscapes, and magical quests.
In-person at MODA | 9th–12th Grade
In this session of Design Next, we will design a small interior space of their choosing, like a bedroom, studio, or study zone, thinking through layout, color, lighting, and furniture.
In-Person at MODA
On Sunday, December 14th from 1 to 5 pm, we will be getting into the spirit of the season by crafting “Ugly Christmas Sweater” ornaments. We will provide all the materials you need to create your best ugly Christmas sweater, including 1 ornament per person, decor, and paint.
In-person at MODA | Geared towards adults
Join us for MAKE @ MODA: Journal Design, a hands-on workshop where you’ll craft your own journal using simple bookbinding techniques and personalized cover design.
Virtual | Ages 12 – 18
Join MODA for a virtual studio in which students will create imaginative winter landscapes filled with sparkling ice castles, enchanted forests, and glowing seasonal scenes!
In-person at the Peachtree Library | Ages 2-6
Join the Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA) and the Fulton County Library for a playful introduction to STEAM—science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.
In-person at MODA | 9th–12th Grade
In this session of Design Next, we will imagine and design either a unique game character or an environment, focusing on concept development, sketching, and design thinking.
In-person at MODA | 9th–12th Grade
In this session of Design Next, we will explore how graphic design, music, and storytelling come together in the form of album cover art.
In-person at MODA | 9th–12th Grade
In this session of Design Next, we will design and build a small-scale physical model of a structure they imagine—whether it’s functional, expressive, or futuristic.
In-person at MODA | 9th–12th Grade
In this session of Design Next, we will explore how designers look to nature as a mentor to solve problems in sustainable, innovative ways.
In-person at MODA | 9th–12th Grade
In this session of Design Next, we will review the work we’ve created throughout the year, select the strongest pieces, and reflect on our creative growth. This session will end with a showcase.