Family Art Labs
Explore intriguing paintings, sculptures, and objects in the museum's exhibitions and let them inspire your own works of art.
Second Saturday of the month
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. • Ages 5 and older and their adult friends
June • Gold Leaf Sculptures
Saturday, June 8th
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Discover divine beings, serpent kings and powerful deities in the exhibit From India East. Create sculptures that inspire you and decorate them with gold and silver leaf.
July • Making Mountain Music
Saturday, July 13th
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Visit the shrine room to hear monks chanting and see ceremonial instruments. Listen to music from the region and play traditional Himalayan instruments. Make your own instrument from recycled, natural and found materials. Join us for a musical parade!
Check out blog posts about our previous Family Art Labs!
Magical Masks
Tibetan Felting
Sand Mandala
Puppeteering
Green Greetings
Tickets: $16 for first adult/child pair; $16 each additional child; 25% off for members. For additional adults regular museum fees apply; Free for children under 1 year and Cool Culture Members.
Tickets include gallery admission and are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. All programs are subject to change. All programs begin in the Education Center located at 132 West 17th Street.
Tickets for this class tend to sell out in advance, to ensure your space we reccomend purchasing tickets in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions on Family Art Labs
What is the format of a Saturday Family Art Lab?
What are the goals of Family Art Labs?
How can I prepare my kids for our visit to the Rubin Museum of Art?
Is it required that both child and adult participate in all Family Art Lab activities?
Will we be able to draw in the galleries?
What if I bring more than one child or more than one adult?
What is the format of a Saturday Family Art Lab?
Here's a schedule of a typical Art Lab:
2:00-2:10 p.m.: Welcome and sign-in
2:10-2:25 p.m.: Presentation on Art Lab theme
2:30-3:00 p.m.: Gallery exploration
3:00-4:00 p.m.: Art-making
Each month we explore a new theme. The art-making activity will be centered on that special theme. Your Museum Educator will guide your art-making with techniques and a brief demonstration of the project and will then let you explore a variety of art materials for making the project on your own. Creativity is encouraged!
What are the goals of Family Art Labs?
Our main goal is for you and your family to have a fun experience together at the Rubin Museum of Art. Other goals include learning about something new – whether it’s Himalayan puppetry, gold-leafing, mask-making or sand mandalas!
How can I prepare my kids for our visit to the Rubin Museum of Art?
Before your visit:
- Talk about the museum rules with your child (NO running. NO food or drink. NO touching the artworks).
- Discuss with your child the theme of the Art Lab and what they might do/see.
- Find out what exhibitions will be open during your visit.
Is it required that both child and adult participate in all Family Art Lab activities?
We strongly believe that children learn best with the presence and support of a significant adult. Your enthusiasm and participation will encourage your child to be fully engaged in the workshop.
Will we be able to draw in the galleries?
Yes. ONLY pencils are allowed in the galleries (NO crayons, pens, or markers). During the gallery exploration portion of the Art Lab, your family will be given an Activity Guide for drawing purposes and to help create a more engaging museum experience.
What if I bring more than one child or more than one adult?
Tickets are $16 for first adult/child pair and $16 each additional child. Additional adults are asked to pay regular museum admission fees. Children under 1 get in free.
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