Monumetal: Reforged
Apr
25
to Apr 26

Monumetal: Reforged

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MONUMETAL REFORGED 2026

MonuMetal began as a community fundraiser back in 2012; local metal artists digging through piles of iron, transforming industrial remnants into monumental public art auctioned off to help save the Queen Theatre.

Steephollow Forgeworks Combo-Demo was a decade long annual blacksmithing gathering hosted by Alan & Jeff Lee at their shop with the last one being in February of 2020. This wonderful family friendly event was made up of live demos, metal art vendors, iron smelt, live music, & live and silent auctions.

In 2026, they return — reforged.

MONUMETAL: REFORGED

April 24–26 | Downtown Bryan

There’s something powerful about fire, steel, music, and community coming together.

MonuMetal: Reforged is a weekend-long, family-friendly celebration where art, performance, and hands-on experiences connect artists, students, and the public. From monumental sculpture to live blacksmithing, music, and immersive art, this is a festival rooted in creativity, craftsmanship, and community.

FOUR EXPERIENCES. ONE WEEKEND.

⚒️ MonuMetal Found Object Sculpture Competition

Explore a collection of large-scale sculptures created from reclaimed metal by participating artists and teams.

All works are designed and built off-site and submitted by April 22, then installed for public exhibition throughout the weekend. Guests are invited to experience these monumental pieces up close before they are auctioned, with proceeds supporting both the artists and future creative programming.

🔥 Blacksmithing Combo Demo & Community Art Project

Feel the heat and rhythm of live blacksmithing as master smiths and the next generation of makers work side by side.

This year marks the return of the Steephollow Forgeworks Combo Demo—a beloved gathering that brought blacksmiths together for over a decade—and is held in honor of Carlton Lee, whose legacy continues to shape and inspire the blacksmithing community.

In partnership with the Texas A&M Aggie Blacksmithing Club, this demonstration is both a tribute and an invitation—bridging generations through shared craft and knowledge.

Together, they will be creating a topographical map of Texas, forged from hand-made nails crafted on-site throughout the weekend. This one-of-a-kind community piece will be auctioned following the event.

Guests of all ages are invited to take part in a leaf-making experience—a chance to try blacksmithing firsthand. Take your leaf home, or “leaf” it with us to become part of a growing community tree sculpture built by many hands over the course of the festival.

🎶 Hullapalooza Student Music Festival

Hullapalooza is a student-led music festival presented by the TAMUSIC student organization, showcasing local students and community musicians performing throughout the weekend.

With a mix of styles and voices, Hullapalooza brings energy, creativity, and a strong sense of place—highlighting the talent growing right here in our community.

🌿 Floriography: An Immersive Performance Experience

April 24 & 25 | 7:00–9:00 PM | The Kimbell

Step into an evening of music, interactive art, robotics, and dance inside one of Downtown Bryan’s most unique creative spaces.

Floriography is an immersive, moving performance experience that guides audiences through a series of environments—each one alive with sound, movement, and visual discovery. Featuring live violin, marimba, vibraphone, looping, projected visuals, robotic floral installations, and choreographed performance, the evening unfolds in chapters rather than from a stage.

Atmospheric, inventive, and deeply collaborative, Floriography offers a one-of-a-kind artistic journey during Art Fair weekend.

🍽️ FOOD & DRINK PARTNERS

No great gathering is complete without something good to eat and drink.

We’re proud to partner with C&J Barbeque and Blackwater Draw Brewing Co. to help fuel the weekend.

From classic Texas barbecue to locally crafted beer, these partners bring the kind of flavor and hospitality that make time spent together even better. Whether you’re taking a break between experiences or settling in to enjoy the music and atmosphere, there will be something here to gather around.

A WEEKEND FOR EVERYONE

MonuMetal: Reforged is designed to be family-friendly, accessible, and community-centered.

Whether you’re:

  • Exploring large-scale sculpture

  • Watching sparks fly at the forge

  • Making your own piece of art

  • Listening to live music

  • Experiencing immersive performance

  • Or sharing a meal with friends and family

You’re part of what makes this weekend special.

JOIN US

Downtown Bryan
April 24–26

Come be part of something forged by many hands—
and shaped by community.

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Carve & Print: A Block Printing Workshop - One or Two Night Options
Apr
9
6:00 PM18:00

Carve & Print: A Block Printing Workshop - One or Two Night Options

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Open Studio BCS presents Carve + Print: a two-night block printing workshop series hosted at The Kimbell in Downtown Bryan.

Block printing is one of the oldest forms of printmaking—a simple yet powerful technique used for centuries to create repeating patterns on textiles, paper, and books.

In this two-part series, guests will design and carve their own printing block, then return the following week to bring it to life through hand printing.

Night One: Carving

We’ll begin with a brief introduction to the history of block printing, including the rich tradition of Indian block-printed textiles. From there, guests will sketch a simple design and learn how to carve their own relief block using traditional printmaking tools.

Night Two: Printing

We’ll gather again the following week to print using your carved block onto your choice of substrate—a canvas tote bag or a set of greeting cards. Along the way, we’ll explore layering, pattern-building, and techniques for achieving crisp, beautiful prints.

For more info & to buy your tickets, click here. Block Printing Info

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Landon Bryant Comes To Downtown Bryan!
Apr
3
9:00 PM21:00

Landon Bryant Comes To Downtown Bryan!

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Keep an eye out around Downtown Bryan on Friday, April 3, for Southern storyteller and comedian Landon Bryant of Landon Talks as he makes his way through First Friday, taking in the sights, meeting local folks, and soaking up the charm of our community. Then join us at 9:00 PM in The Theatre at The Kimbell for a stand-up show full of wit, Southern humor, and the kind of observations that make you laugh because they feel so familiar. It’s the perfect way to cap off an evening in Downtown Bryan with a guest who knows how to turn everyday Southern life into something unforgettable.

Tickets are $30 a piece for general admission and a $50 ticket including a VIP Meet & Greet visit on the roof of the Kimbell after the show.

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from $30.00

Keep an eye out around Downtown Bryan on Friday, April 3, for Southern storyteller and comedian Landon Bryant of Landon Talks as he makes his way through First Friday, taking in the sights, meeting local folks, and soaking up the charm of our community. Then join us at 9:00 PM in The Theatre at The Kimbell for a stand-up show full of wit, Southern humor, and the kind of observations that make you laugh because they feel so familiar. It’s the perfect way to cap off an evening in Downtown Bryan with a guest who knows how to turn everyday Southern life into something unforgettable.

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OpenStudioBCS: Intro to Suminagashi: Japanese Water Marbling
Feb
26
6:00 PM18:00

OpenStudioBCS: Intro to Suminagashi: Japanese Water Marbling

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Join us for a special evening of art + culture!! ✨

Thursday, Feb 26th | 6–8pm
📍 The Kimbell in Downtown Bryan

We’re so excited for this one! Intro to Suminagashi: Japanese Water Marbling 🌀🎨 An immersive workshop exploring the beauty and tradition of a centuries-old Japanese medium.

The first portion of the evening will be dedicated to learning the cultural context of Suminagashi and the traditional materials used in the process, followed by hands-on exploration where you’ll create your own marbled works.

Come spend the evening appreciating this art form with us. Tickets can be found by clicking HERE

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A Gathering of Witnesses: A Book Signing with Miriam Rieck
Feb
21
4:00 PM16:00

A Gathering of Witnesses: A Book Signing with Miriam Rieck

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From Miriam:

This Sunday. 2.22.26.

I will be standing in front of you at the Kimbell, and I am still a little in awe of how this has come together.

In a world that lives online, book signings still matter. They are how stories move without an algorithm deciding who sees them. Through eye contact. Through hearing a passage read aloud and feeling something shift.

I created the Signature Series because place matters. Bryan College Station shaped me. This book carries the life I have lived here, and it felt right to offer something tangible in the very town that influenced it.

Sunday from 1 to 4.

Sit and listen. Bring your knitting, your crochet, your handwork. Stay for a while. Then wander downtown. Step into Tucker and Company. Grab a pint at Blackwater Draw. See if Cousins Maine Lobster Truck is serving nearby. Let it be unhurried.

These gatherings are how books travel. Hand to hand. Heart to heart.

I would truly love to see you there.

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Bethel Park Falls Play
Feb
13
to Feb 15
event

Bethel Park Falls Play

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The residents of the town of Bethel are facing a quiet but devastating crisis: their beloved park has been sold out from under them, unraveling not just a place, but a shared sense of belonging. In nine interconnected vignettes, sixteen locals confront the ripple effects of loss of jobs, homes, relationships, and certainty while discovering unexpected moments of love, courage, humor, and forgiveness. Over the course of a single day, as the park magically moves through all four seasons, lives intersect and transform.

From a weary security guard desperate to get home to her children, to a young mayor overwhelmed by responsibility, to a nostalgic fisherman who can’t seem to catch anything anymore, each character stumbles, adapts, and finds their footing again. Bethel Park Falls is ultimately a story about resilience and about the irreplaceable role shared spaces play in holding communities together.

These themes lie at the very heart of the Kimbell building’s mission. Like the park at the center of the play, the Kimbell exists as a gathering place where stories, cultures, and generations intersect where loss can be acknowledged, creativity can flourish, and connection can be rebuilt. By hosting Bethel Park Falls, the Kimbell reinforces its commitment to preserving spaces that foster empathy, dialogue, and collective renewal. The play becomes more than a performance; it becomes a reflection of the Kimbell itself; a living room for the community, where people come together to remember who they are, and who they can become, together.

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$20.00

The residents of the small town of Bethel are facing a quiet but devastating crisis: their beloved park has been sold out from under them, unraveling not just a place, but a shared sense of belonging. In nine interconnected vignettes, sixteen locals confront the ripple effects of loss of jobs, homes, relationships, and certainty while discovering unexpected moments of love, courage, humor, and forgiveness. Over the course of a single day, as the park magically moves through all four seasons, lives intersect and transform.

From a weary security guard desperate to get home to her children, to a young mayor overwhelmed by responsibility, to a nostalgic fisherman who can’t seem to catch anything anymore, each character stumbles, adapts, and finds their footing again. Bethel Park Falls is ultimately a story about resilience and about the irreplaceable role shared spaces play in holding communities together.

These themes lie at the very heart of the Kimbell building’s mission. Like the park at the center of the play, the Kimbell exists as a gathering place where stories, cultures, and generations intersect where loss can be acknowledged, creativity can flourish, and connection can be rebuilt. By hosting Bethel Park Falls, the Kimbell reinforces its commitment to preserving spaces that foster empathy, dialogue, and collective renewal. The play becomes more than a performance; it becomes a reflection of the Kimbell itself a living room for the community, where people come together to remember who they are, and who they can become, together.

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