The Maridon Museum

10/21/2026

Explore the fascinating world of embroidery at The Maridon Museum!

Join us for Embroidery! A Personal Adventure Into a New World, featuring collector Janet Kaiser. As part of our Collectors Series, Janet will share her personal journey into embroidery, offering insight into her passion for this intricate and beautiful art form.

Thursday, November 12, 2026
1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

This special presentation is free and open to the public. Donations are welcome.

𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟔. Space is limited, so call 724-282-0123 to reserve your seat.

Make the most of your visit by exploring our One Stitch at a Time exhibit, on display through November 21.

10/19/2026

A Little Paper, A Lot of Creativity!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by The Maridon Museum during "A Taste of McKean" on Friday evening!

Visitors enjoyed origami, live jazz by Gary Kleeman, and an evening celebrating the arts and our downtown Butler community.

We're sharing a few photos from the evening! Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the event special.

10/15/2026

Discover the beauty of embroidery at The Maridon Museum!

Join us for Embroidery! A Personal Adventure Into a New World, featuring collector Janet Kaiser. As part of our Collectors Series, Janet will share her journey into the world of embroidery and her appreciation for this intricate art form.

Thursday, November 12, 2026
1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

This special presentation is free and open to the public. Donations are welcome.

Reservations are required by November 6. Space is limited, so call 724-282-0123 to reserve your seat!

While you're here, explore our One Stitch at a Time exhibit, on display through November 21.

10/14/2026

Be sure to stop by and see us for Origami and Jazz, and take in all the evening's activities!https://bit.ly/4y2LIBE

Let Your Creativity Take Flight!

Discover the art of paper folding (and jazz!) at The Maridon Museum during the McKean Street event!

Join us Friday, October 16, from 5:00–7:30 PM, for origami and an evening filled with fun activities along McKean Street in downtown Butler.

𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟔 | 𝟓 𝐭𝐨 𝟕:𝟑𝟎 𝐩.𝐦.
𝐌𝐜𝐊𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭, 𝐁𝐮𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐫, 𝐏𝐀
https://bit.ly/4y2LIBE

𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐧𝐣𝐨𝐲, 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠:
🔹Magic and caricatures at the Butler Library
🔹Origami & Jazz at The Maridon Museum
🔹Strolling musician Nic Landon
🔹Fall/Halloween Porch Decorating Contest
🔹Local food, w**e, brews, and more

Bring your family and friends and enjoy a fun-filled evening in downtown Butler!

10/09/2026

One Stitch at a Time is now on display at The Maridon Museum!

Discover the beauty, detail, and craftsmanship of embroidery in this special, first-time exhibit.

From an exquisite blue Chinese Lady's Jacket featuring intricately embroidered scenes to beautifully crafted wall hangings, shoes, hats, clothing, and more, each piece showcases the artistry behind this timeless tradition.

On exhibit through November 21, 2026.

Plan your visit and experience these remarkable works up close!

The Maridon Museum
322 North McKean Street, Butler, PA
Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3VkgNDo

10/08/2026

October is Museums & Galleries Month, and there’s no better time to discover what’s waiting inside The Maridon Museum.

Explore a remarkable collection of Asian art and culture, along with exquisite Meissen porcelain, right here in Butler, PA. From intricate craftsmanship to fascinating stories and centuries of artistic tradition, every visit offers something new to discover.

Make the Maridon part of your October plans.

Open Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

10/07/2026

Look closely. There’s more to this striking work than first meets the eye.

Created in China in the 20th century, this beautiful satin-stitched embroidery depicts Guanyin, Goddess of Mercy, alongside Shoulao, God of Longevity. Throughout the piece, meaningful symbols tell their own story: a Manchurian crane represents longevity, a deer symbolizes longevity and prosperity, bats signify happiness and good fortune, and Shoulao holds the peach of immortality. The Maridon Museum

Standing an impressive 5'4" high, the work once belonged to Maridon Museum founder Mary Phillips and now makes its home in the museum’s Side Gallery.

Come see the incredible threadwork and symbolism for yourself. https://bit.ly/4hLXF8P

10/02/2026

There’s always something waiting to be discovered at the Maridon Museum.

As Neil MacGregor said, “Museums are the custodians of our collective memory and heritage, and they play a vital role in shaping our understanding of the world.”

Step inside and explore remarkable art, culture and craftsmanship from around the world.

Visit us Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. We look forward to welcoming you! https://maridon.org/

10/01/2026

Perched proudly on its branch since approximately 1904–1924, this remarkable Meissen porcelain hawk was modeled by Paul Walther, a celebrated animal sculptor who began working with the Meissen Manufactory in 1891.

Before making its home at The Maridon Museum, the hawk spent time at Germany’s Bröhan Museum. Today, it keeps watch over its prestigious companions in the Art Nouveau section of our Meissen Gallery.

Come see this striking piece in person: https://bit.ly/3KhZqv2

We are open Wednesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

09/30/2026

Please note that the special event scheduled for October 8 has been canceled.

However, the One Stitch at a Time exhibit will be on display at The Maridon Museum from October 7 through November 21, 2026.

We invite you to visit during the exhibit dates and discover a beautiful collection of embroidered clothing, wall hangings, shoes, hats, badges and other intricately crafted pieces.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3VkgNDo