The Messy Art Lab

06/18/2026

Don’t forget tomorrow you can bring your tiny art canvas and coupon to The Messy Art Lab and use any of our supplies for your creation for only $5!!!

Harvard Diggins Library’s 4th annual Tiny Art Contest is here! Sign up at the library from June 8-27; you'll get a blank canvas and then use materials from home to create your own tiny masterpiece. (NOTE: No glitter or oil pastels, please.)

Return your artwork to the library between June 22 and July 2. Staring July 6, the public will vote on their favorite canvases in three categories: Kids, Teens and Adults. Once voting closes on July 17, library staff will count the votes and announce the winners. This event is free and open to all ages; no library card is required!

Harvard Diggins Library is located at 900 E. McKinley St., Harvard, IL 60033.

06/16/2026

The magic of summer - Lightning Bugs!

I've always loved seeing those glowing lights, running after them, catching them, and keeping them in a jar long enough to feel like their mine.

I want to share that magic and create our very own lightning bug jars! Sign up here for our workshop on Saturday, June 27th from 5:30-7pm➡️ https://www.themessyartlab.com/weekly-classes

Check out our event updates here: Lightning Bug Jars -90s Summer Series

Here you will sign-up for The Messy Art Lab's classes and workshops.

06/15/2026

Creative freedom is essential for children’s development.

These photos show that creativeness. Supplies are given, instructions are not.

06/12/2026

Get creative with us! We’re open today 2pm-8pm

$10/artist

Have a tiny art canvas and coupon from the library!? It’s just $5 to visit!

06/05/2026

Having some fun at the Milk Days Youth Parade!!

We will be closed today, Friday, June 5th for the Milk Days Weekend. Enjoy your Red, White and Moo Celebrations!!!

05/30/2026

Our first 90s Summer Workshop is Monday!!

Please complete this form to join in on the fun ➡️
https://www.themessyartlab.com/weekly-classes

Only $20/artist - pay when you arrive for the workshop

Cows on Parade -90s Summer Series

05/29/2026

Today is the day! Visit between 2pm-8pm with your used school supplies and get 50% off!!

That’s only $5!!!

05/28/2026

We have collaborated with the Harvard Diggins Library for their Tiny Art Contest!!

When you pick up your canvas at the library, make sure to grab The Messy Art Lab coupon too! Get 50% off our Open Studio fee when you bring your canvas and coupon to decorate - that's only $5!!!

This is open to all ages - adults too! Visit us between 2pm-8pm on 6/12, 6/19 or 6/26 to decorate your tiny canvas.

Harvard Diggins Library’s 4th annual Tiny Art Contest is almost here! Sign up at the library June 8 to 27; you'll get a blank canvas and then use materials from home to create your own tiny masterpiece. (NOTE: No glitter or oil pastels, please.)

Return your artwork to the library between June 22 and July 2. Staring July 6, the public will vote on their favorite canvases in three categories: Kids, Teens and Adults. Once voting closes on July 17, library staff will count the votes and announce the winners. This event is free and open to all ages; no library card is required!

Harvard Diggins Library is located at 900 E. McKinley St., Harvard, IL 60033.

05/27/2026

Book a party in June for your creative kid!

Complete the form here ➡️https://www.themessyartlab.com/party-packages