# Event Details - **Event Name**: Third Thursday: The Art of the First Lady - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Explore the artistic traditions of America’s First Ladies with textile historian Denise Layman followed by a wine and light bites reception.About this EventExplore the creative legacies of America’s First Ladies through the art of needlework, craftsmanship, and design. This Third Thursday program highlights the artistic talents and personal expression woven into historic textiles created by First Ladies: offering a deeper understanding of how art reflected identity, history, and leadership.Featured speaker Denise Layman is a researcher, educator, and author specializing in historic needlework, particularly pieces made by U.S. First Ladies. A former docent at the National First Ladies Library & Museum and a volunteer holiday decorator at the White House, Denise combines archival research and reverse engineering to recreate historic textile works.Her lifelong passion for historical textiles began during the U.S. Bicentennial and has evolved into a body of research and creative practice. Denise has personally created several pieces, including replicas, and is currently developing a forthcoming publication on First Ladies’ needlework with her mother, Johanna Titus. She holds a degree in Early Childhood Education from Messiah University and creates immersive learning experiences for audiences of all ages.Guests will also enjoy a wine and light bites reception, making this an engaging and social evening of history and art.Event Details: 📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026 ⏰ Doors open at 6:00 PM | Program begins at 6:30 PM 📍 National First Ladies Library & Museum, 205 Market Ave. South, Canton, OH 44702 🎟️ $25.00 (Includes wine & light bites reception)🎟️ Reserve your spot for this unique Third Thursday experience.NOTE: Doors open at 6:00 pm; program begins at 6:30 pm. Free parking is available – learn more at .  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canton/third-thursday-the-art-of-the-first-lady/100001981366224715 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, holiday - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: First Ladies National Historic Site - Home of National First Ladies Library & Museum - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 15.18, max: 28.52, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Canton - **state**: OH - **country**: United States - **location**: First Ladies National Historic Site - Home of National First Ladies Library & Museum - **lat**: 40.7975819 - **long**: -81.3753541 - **full address**: First Ladies National Historic Site - Home of National First Ladies Library & Museum, 205 Market Avenue South, Canton, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Third Thursday: The Art of the First Lady - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/e3c612a45fa43e5bc70e1ca66be5c00eb0e31cf989aa652f764f0d4c008f2cc7-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1769227728 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Third Thursday: The Art of the First Lady being held? - **A:** Third Thursday: The Art of the First Lady takes place on Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm at First Ladies National Historic Site - Home of National First Ladies Library & Museum, 205 Market Avenue South, Canton, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Third Thursday: The Art of the First Lady? - **A:** Third Thursday: The Art of the First Lady is organized by First Ladies National Historic Site | National First Ladies' Library. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Third Thursday: The Art of the First Lady is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Canton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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