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Family Experiences
FAMILY AUDIO TOUR
Join Arturo, the Museum’s family mascot, for an interactive Family Audio Tour. Three fun-filled tours are available for ages 5–11 at the Visitor Services Desk at no charge.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Late Nights at the Dallas Museum of Art
Presented by Starbucks Coffee
Friday, July 18, August 15, and September 19
6:00 p.m.–midnight
Studio Creations
6:00–10:00 p.m.
Explore different creative techniques to create your own work of art inspired by the permanent collection and special exhibitions at the Museum.
Yoga for Kids!
6:30–7:00 p.m.
Join Arturo and our resident yogini, Michelle Mock, for meditation, relaxation, and some very pretzel-like poses!
Bedtime Stories with Arturo
7:30 p.m.
Kids, wear your pajamas and bring your pillows to hear Bedtime Stories with Arturo, told by our award-winning storyteller, Ann Marie Newman.
Arturo’s Art & Me
Center for Creative Connections
11:00 a.m.–noon; please select one class per month.
For a 3–5 year old and a favorite grown-up! Adults and young children will work together to look at art and do an activity. Class size limited. FREE to members/Nonmembers $10 (per pair). To register, complete and return this registration form. Call 214-922-1822 or e-mail familyexperiences@DallasMuseumofArt.org for additional information and class availability.
From Ordinary to Extraordinary
Saturday, July 26
or
Wednesday, July 30
Faces in Places
Wednesday, August 13
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Saturday, August 16
Fun with Furniture
Wednesday, September 10
or
Saturday, September 13
first tuesdays
Free general admission to the Museum the first Tuesday of every month
first tuesdays summer storyART walk
Tuesday, July 1 and August 5, 11:15 a.m.–noon, Tour limited to the first thirty visitors, Meet at the Center for Creative Connections entrance
Experience the Museum’s collections as never before! Join award-winning storyteller Ann Marie Newman for an interactive family tour. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
camp “kidflicks”
Tuesday, July 1 and August 5, 3:00–4:00 p.m., Theater
These movie shorts and digital stories “by kids for kids” are recommended for ages 5 and up.
story time with the dallas public library
Tuesday, July 1 and August 5, 1:30–2:30 p.m., Center for Creative Connections
Enjoy stories and activities for children ages 5 and under and their parents or caregivers.
[WE]EKENDS AT THE MUSEUM
Studio Creations
Saturdays and Sundays, 1:00–3:30 p.m., Center for Creative Connections
Discover a new art-making activity each month! Join us in the Tower Studio, where volunteers are on hand to help your family make unique art projects. All materials provided.
July 5–27
Explore how artist Gustave Courbet created works of art using layers of thick paint. Afterwards, come to the studio to create your own textural painting with paint and chalk.
August 2–31
Sara and Gerald Murphy loved to travel. Explore the exhibition Making It New: The Art and Style of Sara and Gerald Murphy and then come to the studio to create your own cut-out cubist collage based on your favorite vacation memories.
September 6–28
In the exhibition Materials & Meanings, see how Frank Gehry used an everyday material like cardboard to make an extraordinary chair. In the studio, use cardboard and your imagination to make everyday things you would find in your home.
Sketching in the Galleries for Kids
Every third Saturday with some exceptions, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Families are invited to sketch from original works of art! Artist Solange Mariel will be present to give instruction if wanted. All supplies are provided.
July 19
European Painting and Sculpture Galleries, Level 2
August 16
American Galleries, Level 4
September 20
Center for Creative Connections, Level 1
Family Films
Saturdays and Sundays, 2:00 p.m., C3 Theater
Films subject to change.
July 5–27
Getting To Know . . . Monet
Claude Monet and his French impressionist pals are brought to life in this entertaining animated show. Learn about Monet’s life and paintings through a combination of great art and delightful, off-the-wall cartoons. (24 min.)
August 2–31
Dropping in on Picasso
Join reporter Puffer as he drops in on Pablo Picasso. Learn how Picasso’s art evolved from his Blue period to his Rose period to cubism and even sculpture. (20 min.)
September 6–28
Recycled, Re-seen: Folk Art from the Global Scrap Heap
This innovative and dynamic program follows artists working with recycled materials in five countries, providing innovative ideas for creating recycled art. Creativity with recycled materials spans global cultures. (35 min.)
Collection Connections
Sundays, 1:30–3:30 p.m.
Take an in-depth look at a different work of art each month through our Collection Connections. A trained volunteer will be in the galleries with engaging interactive materials for all ages to discover.
July 6–27
Gothic Revival Bedstead, American Galleries, Level 4
August 3–31
Vishnu as Varaha, The David T. Owsley Galleries of South Asian Art, Level 3
September 7–28
Lady Bolon K’an, Arts of the Americas, Level 4
Become a Museum member today and receive a discount on family programs!
In addition to programming discounts, did you know Museum membership includes
• Free admission to the Museum and to most special exhibitions
• Free parking (based on availability)
• Museum Store and restaurant discounts
• Our exclusive Dallas Museum of Art Magazine
• And much more!
Kids Club: Join at the Sustainer level ($125) or above and you and your family (including grandchildren) can participate in Kids Club at no additional charge. Kids Club members are invited to fun and educational events at the Museum and at our partner institutions—the Dallas Theater Center, the Dallas Zoo, and the Museum of Nature and Science.
For more information about Museum membership levels and benefits, visit DallasMuseumofArt.org or call Member Services at 214-922-1247. Ask for a Member ID or confirmation number to include on your registration form.
Let your friends know that class information is available on our Web site at DallasMuseumofArt.org!
For general information, call 214-922-1200 or TDD 214-922-1355.
For more information about family experiences, call 214-922-1822 or e-mail familyexperiences@DallasMuseumofArt.org.
Family initiatives are funded by Catherine and Will Rose and the Pollock Foundation Education Endowment Fund. New family learning experiences are supported by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. The Museum’s Gateway Gallery Endowment Fund, the Mr. and Mrs. H. Lee Hobson Endowment Fund, the Betty Moroney Norsworthy Education Endowment Fund, and the Karen and Richard Pollock Education Endowment Fund provide a permanent source of support for family and community programs.
Annual support for family and community programs is provided by The M. R. & Evelyn Hudson Foundation, the Junior League of Dallas, and the Donor Circle membership program through leadership gifts by an anonymous donor and the Dedman Foundation. Promotional support provided by Dallas Child and Radio Disney.
The Dallas Museum of Art is supported in part by the generosity of Museum members and donors and by the citizens of Dallas through the City of Dallas/Office of Cultural Affairs and the Texas Commission on the Arts.
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