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 Family Workshops, Create & Plays, Family Fundays, Sensory Explorations, and Homeschool Programs, and learn more about Summer Art Camp below.

Mother's Day Workshop

12–2 p.m. | Ideal for All Ages

Celebrate Mother's Day and AAPI Heritage Month with a drop-in workshop hosted by local artist Yu Ling Huang. Inspired by the Chinese enamels in the Taft collection, create handmade cards that include motifs and designs!

  • Sunday, May 10

This is a FREE event! No registration required. Includes admission to special exhibitions and the museum's collection galleries.

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Create & Play

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

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

Registration required. Includes admission to exhibitions and the museum’s collection galleries. 

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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 3D printed reproductions, fabric samples, and soundscapes offer a multi-sensory adventure at the Taft.

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

  • July 26 (Walk-In)

This is a FREE event! Registration not required.

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

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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 way to learn about art and history each time you visit. Music, art-making, and gallery engagements are sure to inspire young creators. 

  • More events coming soon!

This is a FREE event! Registration not required.

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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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