After School Gallery Explorers

Drop-In Program

Family

Tuesday, November 5, 2024
2:30 – 4:30 pm EST
Exhibition Galleries

This free drop-in program occurs every other Tuesday through December 17. 
RSVP is recommended but not required.


Preschoolers and elementary school-aged children are invited to explore the galleries and participate in creative projects during these engaging afternoon drop-in sessions. Inspired by artworks on view, families will encounter different art-making activities, such as printmaking, mixed-media collages, or sculpture projects in this bimonthly program.

This program is led by a Museum Educator and assisted by Teen Interns.

October 8: Playful Collage Portraits
Using cut-outs of photographs, magazine images, and other art materials, create a colorful collage portrait inspired by the artwork on view in Ilit Azoulay: Mere Things.

October 22: Found Object Sculptures for Sukkot
Create a sculpture out of found objects, recycled materials, and natural objects to celebrate the holiday of Sukkot.

November 5: Handmade Books for Election Day
On Election Day, create a handmade book made of collages and drawings that celebrates freedom and share your hopes and wishes this coming year.
RSVP FOR NOVEMBER 5

November 19: Textured Collagraph Stamps
Make a collagraph print plate by layering textured objects. Roll ink over your plate and produce a series of prints that explore texture, color and shape.
RSVP FOR NOVEMBER 19

December 3: Metallic Paintings
Create paintings that shimmer! Using metallic paint on a dark background, paint a landscape or scene inspired by the Festival of Lights.
RSVP FOR DECEMBER 3

December 17: Clay Menorah Sculpture
Explore the Museum’s Hanukkah menorah collection in the galleries, then make your own menorah sculpture out of cardboard and clay to decorate your home during the holiday.
RSVP FOR DECEMBER 17

For more information, or if you have any questions, please contact [email protected] or call 212.423.3200.

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