What's New
Family Films
Join us for a special series of short family films offered at 1:00 p.m. on weekdays, Tuesday, July 7, through Friday, August 14. The films are free with Museum admission. See the calendar for a detailed schedule, including film titles and running times.
Family Orientations
Family Orientations are one-hour slide introductions to select special exhibitions designed for young visitors and their adult companions. The following orientations—which are free with Museum admission—are currently scheduled for this summer:
Augustus Saint-Gaudens in The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Saturday, July 11
See the calendar for location and times.
The Pictures Generation, 1974–1984
Sunday, July 19, Sunday, July 26, and Saturday, August 1
See the calendar for location and times.
Pen and Parchment: Drawing in the Middle Ages
Sunday, July 5, Sunday, July 12, and Saturday, July 18
See the calendar for location and times.
Family Day—Afghanistan: Hidden Treasures from the National Museum, Kabul
Meet us in the Carson Family Hall (ground floor) on Saturday, July 25, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. as we explore the rich heritage of ancient Afghanistan. Guided tours of the special exhibition will be complemented with slide presentations, hands-on art projects, and musical performances. These programs are free with Museum admission. Also offered in Spanish.
Children's Art Classes: Drawing in the Galleries
Usually reserved for Members, children's art classes will be available to everyone during the summer semester. Students are invited to explore a variety of drawing techniques and materials as they visit a new gallery for each project and create their own works of art based on what they see. The particular interest, ability, and creativity of each child is encouraged. The sessions begin July 21 and cost $240 for an entire twelve-week semester (through August 27) or $20 per class. See the calendar for more information, or register now.
