Gallery Play Dates for Preschoolers

Introductory gallery experiences for preschool children ages 3–4 with an adult

Tuesdays
Choose morning session: 10:15–11:30 a.m.
OR
Choose afternoon session: 12:30–1:45 p.m.
Fee: $18 (Members $12)

Introduce your preschooler to the art museum with a fun-filled morning looking at and learning to make art! With museum teachers as guides, children gain exposure to exceptional works of art and learn to experiment with materials. Watch your child’s creative potential and confidence emerge, and learn ways to nurture an appreciation of art. Gallery play dates are great outings for parents with preschoolers, especially those with older children in camps.

Visit the Registration page for complete registration information and a downloadable form. You may also use the online registration links provided below.

June 12
Color Your World
Find all of the colors of the rainbow in paintings and sculptures.
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June 19
Shape Up
Find geometric and organic shapes in paintings, sculptures, and architecture.
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June 26
Water Lilies
"Dive into” one of the museum’s most popular paintings. Make a floating artwork of your own.
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July 3
Rojo, Amarillo, Azul
Learn the Spanish and English names for colors you find in the galleries and experiment with color mixing and blending.
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July 10
En Plein Air
Make sunny, summer landscapes with bright colors and texture inspired by views in the galleries and outdoors.
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July 17
Treasure Hunt
Follow clues and discover hidden treasures in the Ailsa Mellon Bruce Galleries of decorative arts.
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July 24
Little Architects
Find architectural elements in the museum’s Hall of Architecture. Design a fanciful facade to take home with you.
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July 31
Pattern Play
Examine paintings and sculptures to find repeated colors and shapes.
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August 7
Art Cat's Book Club
Listen to Art Cat’s favorite stories. Make artwork that depicts characters, settings, and plots you find in paintings and sculptures.
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Photo: Jillian M. Gallagher