FOCUS! FOCUS! FOCUS! Contemporary Art Class for Kids (ages 9-12)

Visiting the work of Glenn Kaino, 10 am - noon

This program for children between the ages of 9 and 12 takes a closer look at the contemporary art in this season’s FOCUS exhibitions. Each class spends time in the galleries looking and talking about the work before proceeding to the studio for an art activity and further discussion. Sign up early; space is limited. 

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Visiting the Work of Glenn Kaino

This program for families with young children, ages 4 and up, is led by a docent and includes a story and short gallery project designed by the education department. Both the story and project focus on selected works in the Modern’s collection. Registration is not required, but a sign-up sheet is provided at the information desk the day of the program. Attendance is limited to 20 participants; admission is free. 4-4:45 pm

James Lassen and Adam Palmer

Two sessions of this free program are offered, one for ages 5 to 8 and one for ages 9 to 12. Each session is led by an artist who takes participants through informal drawing exercises in relation to works in the Modern’s galleries. Children under the age of 6 must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Bring a sketchbook and pencils. Attendance is limited, so early arrival is encouraged. A sign-up sheet is located at the information desk. 2-3:30 pm

Visiting the work of Anthony Caro

This program for families with young children, ages 4 and up, is led by a docent and includes a story and short gallery project designed by the education department. Both the story and project focus on selected works in the Modern’s collection. Registration is not required, but a sign-up sheet is provided at the information desk the day of the program. Attendance is limited to 20 participants; admission is free. 4-4:45 pm

Turtle Creek Chorale

Turtle Creek Chorale in the Grand Lobby

Preview of the holiday season concert HOME. Admission is free to the performance at the Modern. Tickets are not necessary.
"During the holidays, sometimes the only place you want to be is home.  It's the place you find love, acceptance and joy.  It can also be the place that drives you mad -- which we'll examine.  But, in the end, there's no place like home for the holidays."

Visiting Urban Theater: New York Art in the 1980s

This program for families with young children is led by a docent and includes a gallery project designed by the Modern’s education department. Both the tour and project focus on selected works on view in the galleries. Registration is not required, but attendance is limited. A sign-up sheet is provided at the information desk the day of the program. Admission and supplies are free.

Visiting the work of Laurie Simmons

This program for families with young children is led by a docent and includes a story and short gallery project designed by the education department. Both the tour and project focus on selected works in the Modern’s collection. Registration is not required, but a sign-up sheet is provided at the information desk the day of the program. Attendance is limited; admission is free.