Programs

The Maridon Museum offers programs that bring Asian art and culture to life for adults, families, and students in Butler, PA. From a book club and foreign film screenings to the Collector Series and school visits, each program offers a new way to explore the cultures behind our collection of Chinese and Japanese art and German Meissen porcelain.

Upcoming at The Maridon: One Stitch at a Time, a first-time exhibit of embroidered clothing, wall hangings, shoes, hats, and more, is on display through November 21, 2026. The next Book Club meeting is Thursday, November 19 at 3:00 p.m. See the full events calendar.

Maridon Book Club

The Maridon Book Club meets at 3:00 p.m. on select Thursdays in the museum’s all-purpose meeting room to discuss books connected to Asian cultures, by authors from Japan, Korea, China, and beyond.

2026 Book Club Selections

• June 18: If Cats Disappeared From the World by Genki Kawamura
• July 30: We Do Not Part by Han Kang
• August 27: An Artist of the Floating World by Kazuo Ishiguro
• September 24: Little Soldiers by Lenora Chu
• October 29: The Nine Moons of Han Yu and Luli by Karina Yan Glaser
• November 19: Sweet Bean Paste by Durian Sukegawa

Download the 2026 Book Club flyer. To register or ask about joining by Zoom, call 724.282.0123 or email info@maridon.org.

Maridon Film Series

Travel the world without leaving Butler. The Maridon Film Series presents foreign films, each paired with an in-depth introduction from a local film expert.

Screenings begin at 6:00 p.m. at The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean Street, Butler, PA. Screenings are free, reservations are required, and donations are always welcome. Watch the events calendar for the next season of films.

The Collector Series

You never know what to expect from the Collector Series, and that is half the fun. Each program is a chance to awaken your inner collector. Attendance is included with museum admission, and reservations are required. Learn more about the Collector Series or check the events calendar for upcoming dates.

School and Group Visits

The Maridon welcomes schools, clubs, and community groups. Docent-led tours give students and visitors added insight into the art, history, craftsmanship, and cultural significance of the collection. Please contact the museum in advance to schedule. All pre-K through high school field trip participants must be accompanied by adult chaperones. Learn more about school outreach.

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Mahjong note: The Maridon no longer offers beginner Mahjong lessons. For Mahjong groups and other community programs, visit the Butler Area Public Library.