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Presenting 14 dinosaurs and prehistoric animals made entirely from scrap metal and found objects, Scraposaurs is an outdoor exhibition that will captivate all ages.
See what’s usually behind the scenes at the MSV in Curated Chaos: Collections Storage Unpacked. With more than 25,000 objects in its care, the MSV typically displays only a small fraction of its collection, while the rest remains safely tucked away in storage—until now.
Buy your tickets online and save 20% off admission to the house, gardens—including Scraposaurs exhibition—and galleries.
Contributions tells the stories of the Valley's African Americans who endured enslavement, resisted oppression, and achieved success.
Experience the convergence of music, artistry, and tradition in American Folk: Tintype Portraits of Appalachian Musicians, an exhibition of 22 evocative works by Shenandoah Valley visual artist Lisa Elmaleh.
On view now through 2026, the exhibition 123 – I love you offers a glimpse into the world of Julian Wood Glass Jr. and the romantic relationships that influenced his life and collection.
A great line-up of bands has been booked for this summer’s Gardens at Night concert series!
Saturday, August 16 or Tuesday, August 19 • 10:30 a.m.–noon
Kids ages 5–10 will explore the MSV gardens to discover the metal dinosaur sculptures of Scraposaurs, then have some fun in the garden classroom.
Sundays, August 3–31 • noon–6 p.m.
Tuesdays, August 5–26 • 4–7 p.m.
Visit the MSV Makerspace in August during open studio hours to create a needle-felted project made from wool.
Wednesday, August 6 • 9–10 a.m.
Join MSV Manager of Gardens Joel Lowery for an exploration of companion planting in this behind-the-scenes tour of the formal gardens.
Wednesday, August 6 • 10 a.m.–noon
Teens ages 13–19 will head to the MSV gardens to look for inspiration from nature, learn the basics of wet and needle felting, then create felted flowers and mushrooms.
Thursday, August 7 • 6–8 p.m.
Learn the basics of metal casting during this fun workshop.
Saturday, August 9 • 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Celebrate movement, creativity, and outdoor fun during the first ever Commonwealth Day of Play at the MSV!
Wednesday, August 13 • 10:30–11 a.m. or 11–11:30 a.m
Join Handley Regional Library youth services staff in the drawing room of the Glen Burnie House for a free story time all about connecting to community.
Thursday, August 14 • 4:30–6 p.m.
This session features a special presentation by guest artist Marshall McFarland in the Makerspace Studio.
Opening in the Glen Burnie House on August 19 and featuring the photography of Lisa Elmaleh, Promised Land/Tierra Prometida is a powerful exhibition that captures the human impact of U.S. border policies.
Thursday, August 21 • 10–11 a.m.
Designed especially for individual visitors with memory loss and their care partners, this is an opportunity to socialize, enjoy history and art, and create together.
Saturday, August 23 • 1–2:30 p.m.
Explore the regional history of dinosaurs in this family-friendly interactive presentation about fossils.
Thursday, August 28• 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Designed for teens and adults with developmental and sensory disabilities, this session of Art Ability includes a guided walk through the exhibition Curated Chaos: Collections Storage Unpacked and a hands-on art activity.
Friday, September 5 • 5–7 p.m.
Just for MSV members, this special evening opening offers members the opportunity to see Frida Kahlo: Through the Lens of Nickolas Muray before the exhibition opens to the public.
This exhibition presents an intimate look at Frida Kahlo, Mexico’s most prolific and well-known female artist, through the lens of her long-time friend and lover, photographer Nickolas Muray.
Wednesday, September 10 • 10 a.m.–noon
Homeschool students ages 10–15 will explore the world of dinosaurs through works in the garden exhibition Scraposaurs, then make their own works of art.
Friday, September 26 • 5–8 p.m.
Experience the MSV after hours with music from the Lua Project, fiber & leather artist Sarah Perks, and evening access to the newest MSV exhibition, Frida Kahlo: Through the Lens of Nickolas Muray.
Saturday, October 4 • 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
All are welcome to this free event celebrating the LGBTQ+ community with music, vendors, drag shows, free admission to the MSV galleries and seven-acre gardens, special presentations, and more!
Give a Year of Fun!
A great gift for friends, neighbors, co-workers, or loved ones, a gift membership to the MSV will give that special someone a year full of fun!