Family Programs and Festivals
Weaving Marathon
Saturday, December 13, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Bring your family to celebrate Holiday in the Himalayas with us!
Participate in a demonstration of the Bhutanese back strap loom (pangtha), and meet Sangay Choden, a master weaver from Bhutan. Stop by the studio to create woven patterns.
Regular Programs
Family Programs are free with museum admission and to Cool Culture members, but a $5 contribution per family is welcome. Museum admission is waived for children under twelve. Participating children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is recommended. To register, call the Box Office (212.620.5000 x344) one business day before the program. Registered families who arrive after the start of a program may be placed on a waiting list. All programs are subject to change.
MONDAYS 3:00-5:00 PM
WORD PLAY! EARLY CHILDHOOD STORYTELLING PROGRAM
For children ages 3 to 5 and their adult learning partners, combining puppet plays, gallery trails, movement, music, and art games.
THURSDAYS 10:00 AM-Noon
THE YAK PACKERS EARLY CHILDHOOD ART PROGRAM
For children ages 2 to 5 and their adult learning partners. Delve inside the Tibetan Treasure Chest; design magical animals. Materials are provided. No program on Thanksgiving.
FRIDAYS 11:00 AM-5:00 PM
GARUDA OPEN STUDIO
Drop by any time for Himalayan art explorations at your own pace. No registration needed.
FRIDAYS 11:00 AM-Noon
MOVING THROUGH ART
For children ages 3 to 5 and accompanying adults. Transform art into imaginative poses, movement, and sound. Bring a thin yoga mat.
