Youth and Family Programs

Fun for All Ages at the Museum

Make memories together through programs that encourage lifelong learning, self-expression, and (of course) fun. Explore the upcoming lineup of Create & Plays, Family Fundays, and Sensory Explorations, and learn more about Summer Art Camp below.

Create & Play

Third Wednesdays, 10:15–11 a.m. | Ideal for Ages 2–5 with Caregiver

Explore the galleries with your young one while learning about art through guided activities and interactive games. Then get creative in the studio and make your own masterpiece to take home.

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Family Funday

10 a.m.–3:30 p.m. | Ideal for All Ages

Explore the museum with FREE Family Fundays throughout the year! These special days offer a new experience each time you visit. Music, art-making, and gallery engagements throughout the day are sure to inspire your young creators.

No registration is required for this event.

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Sensory Explorations

Select Sundays, 1–3 p.m. | Ideal for All Ages

Designed for individuals with sensory sensitivity as well as blind or low vision, Sensory Explorations allows you to use senses like touch and hearing to experience the museum's collection and exhibition gallery spaces with specially trained educators.Tools like 3-D printed reproductions, fabric samples, and soundscapes offer a new multi-sensory adventure at the Taft.

After exploring the galleries, create your own work of art open studio time in the Dater Education Room and join special guests for additional sensory friendly activities.

This is a FREE event! No registration required.

  • August 10 (Walk-In)
  • September 14 (Walk-In)
  • January 11, 2026 (Walk-In)
  • March 29, 2026 (Walk-In)

Questions? Contact accessibility@taftmuseum.org.

Special thanks to Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired for providing the 3-D reproductions. 

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Summer Art Camp

Ideal for Students K-12

Get creative with the Taft Museum of Art! Whether your child is thinking about becoming an artist or just likes to have fun making art, small camp sizes and hands-on activities with experienced teachers will make summer even better.

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Education Sponsors

  • Education Sponsors

  • Children's Education Programs

  • Family Funday Media Partner

  • Artists Reaching Classrooms Sponsors

  • Early Expressions Sponsor

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