Gallery Program

Wonderful Wednesdays

Wonderful Wednesdays is a free program for families of all ages and is designed as an informal introduction to the Modern’s collection and special exhibitions. Led by a docent, the program focuses on a select number of works in the collection and includes a gallery project designed by the Museum’s education department. Registration is not required. The sign-up sheet is located at the front desk the day of the program. Infants, toddlers, and strollers are allowed. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Admission is free for participants.

Wednesdays, 4–4:45 pm
February 10–Visiting the work of Ellsworth Kelly and Mark Rothko
March 10–Visiting the work of Vija Celmins and Andy Warhol
April 14–Visiting the work of Morris Louis and Jackson Pollock
May 12–Visiting the work of Andy Warhol
June 9–Visiting the work of Richard Serra and Deborah Butterfield
July 14–Visiting the work of Richard Hamilton and Francis Bacon
August 11 –Visiting the work of Ed Ruscha and Hamish Fulton
For more information, please send a message to childrensprograms@themodern.org.

New Program! Thinking About Andy...

Over the course of the year many parents have asked about programs for children over the age of 12. This spring, in tandem with the special exhibition Andy Warhol:The Last Decade, the Modern offers a new program for ages 12 to 16. This program, designed and led by the collaborative efforts of the Modern education staff, has been conceived to give an insightful and thorough look at the special exhibition for this particular age group. The program includes tours, group discussions, and gallery projects and concludes with a studio project. Classes are $10 per session; registration is recommended. Admission to the galleries is free for participants. Participants may register for one or all classes. Drop-in participants are welcome to register the day of the class but only if spots are available. Meet at the front desk to check in.

Sundays, 2–3:30 pm
Instructors
February 28–Leslie Murrell, Assistant Curator of Education, Docent Programs
March 28–Erin Starr White, Assistant Curator of Education, Academic Programs
April 25–Terri Thornton, Curator of Education
May 16–Christine Bisetto, Assistant Curator of Education, Public Programs

Scholarship application
Thinking About Andy Registration

Art Camp 2010

The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth’s unique programs for young artists, Ages 5 through 13, emphasize learning through direct observation of art and thoughtful art activities inspired by the current exhibition. This introduces students to some of the complex and challenging concepts and practices behind modern and contemporary art. Distinguished area artists are invited to design and lead art activities based on the art in the galleries. Activities encompass everything from art making in the traditional sense to interdisciplinary exploration.

Grouped by age and accompanied by their counselor, art campers spend time in the galleries and on the grounds exploring the art and architecture, which is followed by time in the Museum studio where they work with two artists each session. The instructors provide enriching opportunities to process, apply, and respond to ideas formed in relation to the art they see. The last day of camp ends with a reception and display of the campers’ artwork to celebrate their creative accomplishments with families and friends. Modern campers make exciting discoveries concerning art, the world, and themselves through Art Camp at the Modern.

Save the Date!
Art Camp 2010 registration for members begins Tuesday February 2 through Saturday February 6 during regular museum operating hours. Online registration begins Monday February 8.

Art Camp Dates

Ages 5-7
June 14 - 18 from 9am - noon
$210; $135 for Modern members
A snack is provided each day.

Ages 8-10
June 28 - July 2 from 10am - 2pm
$255; $180 for Modern members
Lunch and snack are provided each day.

Ages 11-13
July 12-16 from 10am - 2pm
$255; $180 for Modern member
Lunch and snack are provided each day.

Art Camp 2010 Register Online
Art Camp 2010 Registration Form (to Fax or mail)
Scholarship application
Volunteer application for Art Camp

View photos from the education department's photo stream

Drawing from
the Collection
for Children

This exciting gallery program is designed for children between the ages of 6 and 12, and is offered on the first Sunday of each month when gallery admission is free. (Children under the age of 6 must be accompanied by an adult.) The program is led by an artist who takes participants through informal drawing exercises in relation to works in the Modern’s collection. Bring a sketchbook and pencils or purchase materials from The Modern Shop. Attendance is limited to 20 participants, so arrive early to sign up at the information desk to ensure your space. Class is closed to additional participants after 2 pm.

First Sundays, 2–3:30 pm
Instructors
January 3–Tiffany Wolf
February ––Alvaro Perez
March 7–Josephine Durkin
April 4–Josephine Durkin
May 2–Chris Powell
June 6–Iris Bechtol
July 4–Museum closed for holiday
August 1–Christopher Bond

For more information, please send a message to childrensprograms@themodern.org.

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Children’s Program Email Updates
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Send a message to childrensprograms@themodern.org, place the word "updates" in the subject line, and list your name, and children’s ages in the body of the message.