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Gallery Program
Wonderful Wednesdays
Wonderful Wednesdays is now twice as nice, offered every second and third Wednesday of the month. This program for families with young children is led by a docent and includes a gallery project designed by the education department. Both the tour and project focus on a few works in the Modern's collection. Registration is not required, but a sign-up sheet is provided at the front desk the day of the program. Attendance is limited; admission is free.
Wednesdays
4-4:45
February 8 and 15-Visiting the work of Joseph Cornell
March 14 and 21-Visiting the work of Vija Celmins
April 11 and 18-Visiting the work of Robert Rauschenberg
May 9 and 16-Visiting the work of Carl Andre
June 13 and 20-Visiting the work of Lawrence Weiner
July 11 and 18-Visiting the work of Callum Inness
August 8 and 15-Visiting the work of Philip Guston
For more information, please send a message to childrensprograms@themodern.org.
Studio Programs
Focus, Focus, Focus!
Ages 9–12
This new program for children between the ages of nine and 12 takes a closer look at the contemporary art in this season’s FOCUS exhibitions, featuring artists KAWS, Katie Paterson, and Ged Quinn. Each class spends time in the galleries looking and discussing the work and then proceeds to the studio for an art activity to further discussion. Sign up early; space is limited.
Saturdays, 10 am–noon
Per session: $15 for members; $20 for nonmembers
Registration is required. Register for one or all classes.
February 4Looking at FOCUS: KAWS
March 3–Looking at FOCUS: Katie Paterson
April 28–Looking at FOCUS: Ged Quinn
Scholarships are available; for information, call 817.840.2121.
How to register for Studio Classes:
For questions, call the assistant curator of education and studio programs, at 817.840.2121, or e-mail childrensprograms@themodern.org.
Registration deadline is three weeks before the start date of the class.
Art Camp and Summer Art Study 2012
Save the Date for Art Camp Registration!
Art Camp Registration for Modern members is Thursday, March 1, from 10 am to 5 pm at the Museum.
General registration online at www.themodern.org begins Friday, March 2.
Our popular Art Camp at the Modern is back! This year we have changed the age groups. Art Camp is now for ages five to 14 and Summer Art Study is for ages 15 to 17. We also have a new camp just for five-year-olds! Our volunteer program returns as well and this year we are accepting applicants ages 18 and older.
The Modern’s unique programs for young artists 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. This year’s Art Camp focuses on works in the Modern’s permanent collection, while Summer Art Study looks at both works in the Modern’s collection as well as the special exhibition Lucian Freud: Portraits.
Grouped by age and accompanied by their counselor, art campers spend time in the galleries and on the grounds exploring the art and architecture, followed by time in the Museum studio where they work with two artists each session. Instructors provide enriching opportunities to process, apply, and respond to ideas formed in relation to the art on view. The last day of camp ends with a reception and display of the campers’ artwork to celebrate their creative accomplishments with families and friends. Campers make exciting discoveries concerning art, the world, and themselves through Art Camp at the Modern.
Summer Volunteer Opportunities
Art Camp summer volunteer application deadline is May 7.
Volunteers work with artists, children, education staff, and fellow peers who have a serious interest in art. The application process includes an interview, a mandatory orientation, and a week of preparation before each camp session.
Click here for Schedule and Prices
View photos from the education department's photo stream
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Drawing from
the Collection
for Children
This exciting gallery program for children between the ages of five and 12 is led by an artist who takes participants through informal drawing exercises in relation to works in the collection. Children under the age of six must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Bring a sketchbook and pencils or purchase materials in The Modern Shop. Attendance is limited. A sign-up sheet is located at the front desk; early arrival is encouraged.
First Sunday of each month,
2–3:30 pm
Instructors
February 5–
John Alexander Taylor (ages 5 to 8)
Linnea Glatt (ages 9 to 12)
March 4–
Adam Palmer (ages 5 to 8)
Michael Blair (ages 9 to 12)
April 1–
Billy Zinser (ages 5 to 8)
Micah Yarborough (ages 9 to 12)
May 6–
Kayli House Cusick (ages 5 to 8)
Jin-Ya Huang (ages 9 to 12)
For more information, please send a message to childrensprograms@themodern.org.
Sign Up!
Children’s Program Email Updates
Sign up to receive updates on children's programs offered at The Modern.
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.
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