Join artist Juan Carlos Rodríguez Rivera for "All the Things a Flower Can Become," a free workshop Sat., Aug 29, 2 – 4 pm at the Dome House. REGISTER HERE.

All the Things a Flower Can Become
A Workshop with 2026 Artist in Residence Juan Carlos Rodríguez Rivera

What would you do if you were handed the last bouquet of flowers in the world?

That question sits at the heart of this hands-on workshop led by artist Juan Carlos Rodríguez Rivera, the Miller Art Museum's 2026 Artist in Residence. Each participant will receive one or two flowers and spend the afternoon exploring, documenting, and transforming them—observing closely, taking things apart, preserving what can be preserved, and inventing new forms along the way. There are no right answers here, just curiosity, experimentation, and an invitation to slow down and notice.

This workshop is part of Rodríguez Rivera's ongoing body of work, Becoming Post-Tropical, which explores ecological vulnerability, diasporic memory, and material transformation through natural pigments and organic materials sourced from the Door Peninsula landscape.

"This workshop is an extension of that thinking—an invitation for our community to slow down and notice," said Rodríguez Rivera.

What to expect:

• A relaxed, hands-on afternoon exploring pigment, botanicals, and material transformation

• No experience necessary—just curiosity

• Suitable for all ages

Event Details:
📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
🕑 2:00 – 4:00 PM
📍 The Dome House, 5015 S. Cave Point Drive, Sturgeon Bay, WI
💵 Free — registration required

Parking note: Please be mindful of Dome House neighbors — park on the west side of the road only, and avoid blocking driveways.

About the Artist
Juan Carlos Rodríguez Rivera (b. 1988, Cataño, Puerto Rico) is an artist, designer, and educator based in Detroit, Michigan, whose work spans image-making, print, installation, and sculpture. He currently serves as Assistant Professor of Graphic Design at Wayne State University, and his work has been supported through fellowships including the Solid/Liquid/Gas Residency at Fallingwater, the Haystack Open Residency at Haystack Mountain School of Crafts, and a Bridging the Divides Fellowship through Hunter College and Princeton University, with grant support from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Instituto de Cultura de Puerto Rico.

Join artist Juan Carlos Rodríguez Rivera for "All the Things a Flower Can Become," a free workshop Sat., Aug 22, 2 – 4 pm at the Dome House. REGISTER HERE.

All the Things a Flower Can Become
A Workshop with 2026 Artist in Residence Juan Carlos Rodríguez Rivera

What would you do if you were handed the last bouquet of flowers in the world?

That question sits at the heart of this hands-on workshop led by artist Juan Carlos Rodríguez Rivera, the Miller Art Museum's 2026 Artist in Residence. Each participant will receive one or two flowers and spend the afternoon exploring, documenting, and transforming them—observing closely, taking things apart, preserving what can be preserved, and inventing new forms along the way. There are no right answers here, just curiosity, experimentation, and an invitation to slow down and notice.

This workshop is part of Rodríguez Rivera's ongoing body of work, Becoming Post-Tropical, which explores ecological vulnerability, diasporic memory, and material transformation through natural pigments and organic materials sourced from the Door Peninsula landscape.

"This workshop is an extension of that thinking—an invitation for our community to slow down and notice," said Rodríguez Rivera.

What to expect:

• A relaxed, hands-on afternoon exploring pigment, botanicals, and material transformation

• No experience necessary—just curiosity

• Suitable for all ages

• The first of two related workshops (a second session takes place August 29); attending both is welcome, but not required

Event Details:
📅 Saturday, August 22, 2026
🕑 2:00 – 4:00 PM
📍 The Dome House, 5015 S. Cave Point Drive, Sturgeon Bay, WI
💵 Free — registration required

Parking note: Please be mindful of Dome House neighbors — park on the west side of the road only, and avoid blocking driveways.

About the Artist
Juan Carlos Rodríguez Rivera (b. 1988, Cataño, Puerto Rico) is an artist, designer, and educator based in Detroit, Michigan, whose work spans image-making, print, installation, and sculpture. He currently serves as Assistant Professor of Graphic Design at Wayne State University, and his work has been supported through fellowships including the Solid/Liquid/Gas Residency at Fallingwater, the Haystack Open Residency at Haystack Mountain School of Crafts, and a Bridging the Divides Fellowship through Hunter College and Princeton University, with grant support from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Instituto de Cultura de Puerto Rico.

You are invited to celebrate the launch of the 2026 Dome House Al & Mickey Quinlan Artist Residency Program with an Opening Celebration and Meet the Artist event for Juan Carlos Rodríguez Rivera.

Rodríguez Rivera's work explores diasporic identity, ecological vulnerability, and community-rooted storytelling through site-specific installation and design. Rooted in his upbringing in Cataño, Puerto Rico, his practice engages memory, place, and the narratives left out of institutionalized history. During his residency, he will continue developing his ongoing project Becoming Post-Tropical in dialogue with the Door Peninsula's landscape.

Stop by to meet Juan Carlos, learn about his practice, and hear more about his plans for the residency. Read more here.

Join Us for the Dome House 2025 Residency Closing Celebration

Saturday, September 27, 2025

We're thrilled to invite you to the culminating event of our 2025 artist residency program! Join us as we celebrate the incredible work of Douglas Pendleton, who has spent eight transformative weeks creating in Door County's inspiring landscape.

What to Expect

Exhibition of Current Work - Experience Pendleton's residency work, showcasing pieces that capture his unique artistic vision shaped by our local environment and art history

Meet the Artist - Connect directly with Douglas Pendleton as he shares insights into his creative process, inspirations, and the works he's developed during his time here in Door County

Celebration - Join fellow art enthusiasts, community members, and supporters as we toast the conclusion of another successful residency program

Available for Purchase - Select works and prints from Pendleton's residency will be available for acquisition, offering collectors and art enthusiasts a rare opportunity to own pieces by the Miller Art Museum's Al & Micky Quinlan Artist in Residence Douglas Pendleton, directly inspired by our unique Door County creative landscape and art history

Event Details

When: Saturday, September 27, 2025
Where: The Dome House, 5015 S Cave Point Dr, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
Time: 4:30 to 6:30
Cost: Free

Artistic Inspirations - Pendleton's residency work draws from the rich tapestry of the Whitefish Bay lakeside community, the ever-changing moods of Lake Michigan, the distinctive architecture and environment of The Dome House itself, art historical references, and personal connections to loved ones and friends. These varied sources of inspiration have culminated in work that reflects both the artist's personal vision and his deep engagement with Door County's cultural and natural landscape.

This exhibition represents the culmination of Pendleton's intensive eight-week engagement with Door County's natural and cultural landscape. His residency work demonstrates the dynamic intersection of place, time, and artistic vision that defines the Dome House program.

The public is cordially invited to attend this celebration of contemporary art and the creative exchange fostered by the artist residency experience.

Parking: Please park on the west side of South Cave Point Drive and avoid blocking driveways.

Questions? Please contact lkarrels@millerartmuseum.org

Join us for an inspiring, complimentary portrait drawing workshop at the Dome House!

When: Wednesday September 3rd, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: The Dome House, 5015 S Cave Point Dr, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
Instructor: Douglas Pendleton, Artist in Residence

Join us for a portrait drawing class featuring a live model! Artist Douglas Pendleton will be instructing a workshop designed for all ages and skill levels.

This workshop is hosted at the Dome House Studio, an exclusive property located in Door County that hosts the Miller Art Museum's artist residency program. The Dome House, with its unique architecture, charming lakeside community, and dedicated art studio, makes it the perfect location to experience exceptional art instruction.

What to Bring:
Drawing supplies
Paper/canvas

Some supplies will be provided, but we cannot guarantee we'll have everything for everyone, so please bring your own materials to ensure you can fully participate!

This is a rare opportunity to learn from Douglas Pendleton in a focused workshop setting. Whether you attended the previous session or are joining us for the first time, you'll walk away with new skills in portrait drawing.
Admission is complimentary - we invite you to join us for this educational opportunity!

Parking: Please park on the west side of South Cave Point Drive and avoid blocking driveways.

Questions? Please contact us directly.

Join us for an inspiring, complimentary art workshop at the Dome House!

When: Wednesday, August 27th at 3:00 PM

Where: The Dome House, 5015 S Cave Point Dr, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235

Instructor: Douglas Pendleton, Artist in Residence

Learn from a master as Douglas leads an advanced program building on the fundamentals of still life painting with personalized instruction and feedback. This workshop is a continuation of the August 20th session and is perfect for artists looking to deepen their still life painting skills and technique.

What to Bring:

Drawing supplies

Oil or acrylic paints

Paper/canvas

Some supplies will be provided, but we cannot guarantee we'll have everything for everyone, so please bring your own materials to ensure you can fully participate!

This is a rare opportunity to learn from Douglas Pendleton in a focused workshop setting. Whether you attended the previous session or are joining us for the first time, you'll walk away with new skills and inspiration in advanced still life techniques. Admission is complimentary - we invite you to join us for this educational opportunity.

Questions? Please contact us directly.

Join us for an inspiring, complimentary art workshop at the Dome House!

When: Wednesday, August 20th at 3:00 PM

Where: The Dome House - 5015 S Cave Point Dr, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235

Instructor: Douglas Pendleton, Artist in Residence

Learn from a master as Douglas leads a hands-on exploration of color, light & form through still life composition from observation.

This workshop is perfect for artists of all skill levels looking to expand their knowledge and technique in still life painting!

What to Bring:

Drawing supplies

Oil or acrylic paints

Paper/canvas

Some supplies will be provided, but we cannot guarantee we'll have everything for everyone, so please bring your own materials to ensure you can fully participate!

This is a rare opportunity to learn from Douglas Pendleton in a focused workshop setting. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, you'll walk away with new skills and inspiration in observational painting techniques.

Admission is complimentary - we invite you to join us for this educational opportunity.

Attendees are advised to park on the west side of South Cave Point Drive and avoid blocking driveways.

Questions? Please contact us directly.

Come and celebrate Jessica Harvey’s work and time at The Dome House residency.

Learn from Jessica Harvey’s expertise in zines to create your own! Drop in for this casual and creative event.

The public is invited to join Jessica Harvey and a Door County naturalist on a sonic exploration of the Whitefish Bay Dunes State Park. Utilizing the deep listening, participants will further explore what it means to “walk so silently that the bottoms of your feet become ears.” What happens when we slow down and listen to our outer and inner worlds? What does a sound feel like? Look like? Where does our attention take us? We will use prompts to create our own deep listening maps, scores, and writing that allow us to listen with a multitude of senses. All are welcome, and these deep listening experiments can be adjusted to accommodate a range of ages and abilities. Materials for writing and drawing will be provided.

Visit Jessica Harvey’s studio at The Dome House. See her work in progress and discuss her intention for her time in residence.

Observe Christopher while he works. See some of his work in progress and learn about his creative process and inspiration.

Enjoy s’mores and hot cider as we share stories, both real and imagined, at the fireside with the 2023 Al & Mickey Quinlan Artist-in-Residence Christopher T Wood.

Visit the Dome House and connect with 2023 Al & Mickey Quinlan Artist-in-Residence Christopher T Wood. View creations in process from his daily powder graphite project works on paper and leave your own special story about the Dome House on the 1950s vintage typewriter.

Observe Christopher while he works. See some of his work in progress and learn about his creative process and inspiration.

Meet the 2023 Dome House Artist in Residence, Christopher T. Wood. Enjoy drinks and snacks while Christopher discusses his work and plans while in residence.

My name is Alfonsa Vistian, I am a visual art teacher at Liberty Jr, High in Burbank, IL. There I work with lots of students making all sorts of great art projects! In my spare time I love creating mosaic art made of glass tiles, sewing, picture framing, baking lots of goodies, and taking care of my eleven chickens!

I’m excited to share this art project with you. It consists of applying colored chalk pastels to stencils you design and cut yourself. This easy technique is super fun not matter your artistic ability, and slightly messy. The end piece will be a 12x12 work of art, with a series of different shapes creating boarders that get smaller and smaller. You’ll take your art home in a plastic sleeve and can be easily framed with a ready-made frame.

Each class is limited to the first 15 children of ages 7-12. Please reserve a space by emailing: kids@domehouseart.org. Your space is guaranteed only if you receive a confirmation email.

Ariana Vaeth is a artist focused on contemporary narrative through the self-portrait. Her work presents an entanglement of tender interactions between friends, family, and chosen-family. Vaeth received her undergraduate degree from the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design, and she teaches Interdisciplinary Drawing at Beloit College. Ariana was the first A.I.R. at the Dome House.

In this workshop, art students will create paintings of their favorite toys/objects that represent them. Each child/family should bring in 2-4 objects they cherish. Together, we will create expressive still life drawings that represent what we love about ourselves. Possible objects can be:

• Dolls

• Old or framed photographs

• Books

• Sentimental items

• A can of soda or box of cereal

• Jewelry

• A pair of shoes

Each class is limited to the first 15 children of ages 7-12. Please reserve a space by emailing: kids@domehouseart.org. Your space is guaranteed only if you receive a confirmation email.

The Dome House is excited to announce the kickoff of the Dome House Creative Lab, a series of art classes for kids! Our inaugural session will be held on July 15, from 10:30am to noon, and is open to children 7-12 years of age. We invite your child to join us at the Dome House in Whitefish Bay as we explore the different marks and texture that sticks, stones, and leaves can create. Together, we will collect natural materials onsite and dip, roll, and stamp them to create one-of-a-kind nature prints!

Where: The Dome House in Whitefish Bay, Door County

When: 10:30am -noon, July 15, 2023

Cost: Free

Instructor: Ali Rose is an artist, gardener, and teacher from Colorado. She studied fine art at Denison University while working as the studio coordinator and teaching artist at the Columbus Museum of Art. Since then, she has taught at the Denver Museum of Natural History and Gardeneers in Chicago. Ali is an avid artist, focusing mostly on printmaking and painting as her media of choice.

The class is limited to the first 15 children of ages 7-12. Please reserve a space by emailing kids@domehouseart.org. Your space is guaranteed only if you receive a confirmation email. Parents or guardians are required to stay on the premises during the class, the Dome House Creative Lab will not accept responsibility for your child.

Park at 3752 Whitefish Bay Road, Sturgeon Bay

Did you know that the Whitefish Dunes State Park was once the floor of an ancient sea bed? Join 2022 Al & Mickey Quinlan Artist in Residence Nicole Shaver to walk/hike the Brachiopod Trail and explore the nature of the park.

This artist walk at Whitefish Dunes State Park through the Brachiopod Trail is free and open to the public, please RSVP by registering for the event.

***PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS AN ADMISSION FEE TO ENTER WHITEFISH DUNES STATE PARK RANGES FROM $3-$11 PER CAR.

10-10:30am : Meet at the Whitefish Dunes State Park Nature Center

10:30am: Walk the Brachiopod Trail with Nicole Shaver.

Slide night at the Dome House presented by artist-in-residence Nicole Shaver.

Location: Dome House | 5015 South Cave Point Drive

You are invited to join us this Saturday, September 3, 2022 at Door County's iconic Dome House to meet artist in residence Nicole Shaver. You will have the opportunity to learn about her artistic process as well as what she aims to accomplish during her 8-week residency in a presentation scheduled for 4:00pm – 5:30pm. A reception will follow Shaver's presentation where light refreshments will be available for guests. 

“My research as an artist involves collecting and meditating on new places by exploring through walking, running, sketching, making, and photographing," says Shaver. "A place is like a person, if one fails to have genuine interaction with it, it too fades from our memory. I’d be honored to get to know the unique forested shoreline of Whitefish Bay through my time at the Dome House."

The event is free and open to the public. All artists, art students, educators, enthusiasts and community members are welcome to attend - bring a friend and enjoy this engaging event in a spectacular setting! Proof of vaccination is not required. Masks are required indoors and visitors are asked to practice social distancing. *Due to limited on-site parking at the Dome House, attendees are asked to park at 3752 Whitefish Bay Road, Sturgeon Bay, and walk to the Dome House located 0.7 miles north on left.