DMA Family Summer Experiences
Enjoy a new experience each day! Make family connections and memories with works of art as you enjoy story time, guided interactive tours, and hands-on activities. FREE and fun for all ages!
Daily Activities:
Art Spot
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Center for Creative Connections (C3)
Find inspiration in works of art from the DMA's collection—from colorful quilts to an acrylic chair. Drop by to play with our weaving wall, design a chair, and more.
Family Gallery Guides
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Family Fun Cart, Level 1 near the main Visitor Services Desk
Go on an adventure through the galleries! Pick up a family gallery guide and learn fun facts, play matching games, and find inspiration in selected works of art in the collection.
Featured Activities:
TUESDAYS
Pop-Up Art Spot
2:00–4:00 p.m., Find the Pop-Up Art Spot on Level 4 in June, Level 3 in July, and Level 4 in August
Take a creative break in the galleries! Stop by to find fun activities for all ages at the Pop-Up Art Spot cart.
Family Tours
2:00–2:30 p.m., Meet at the C3 entrance
Explore works of art in the Museum's collection through movement, sketching, stories, and more in this interactive tour led by DMA Teen Ambassadors.
WEDNESDAYS
Story Time
Noon–12:30 p.m., Meet at the C3 entrance
From tall tales and legends to daring adventures and fairy tales, every work of art has a story! Join the DMA Teen Ambassadors to hear stories read aloud in the galleries.
Pop-Up Art Spot: Jonas Wood
2:00–4:00 p.m., Level 1, Jonas Wood exhibition (through July 13)
Explore sensory activities related to touch and scent, as well as a composition portraiture activity, all inspired by nearby works of art. This special exhibition Pop-Up Art Spot is available until July 13.
Pop-Up Art Spot
2:00–4:00 p.m., After July 13, find the Pop-Up Art Spot on Level 3 in July and Level 4 in August
Take a creative break in the galleries! Stop by to find fun activities for all ages at the Pop-Up Art Spot cart.
THURSDAYS
Pop-Up Art Spot
2:00–4:00 p.m., Find the Pop-Up Art Spot on Level 4 in June, Level 3 in July, and Level 4 in August
Take a creative break in the galleries! Stop by to find fun activities for all ages at the Pop-Up Art Spot cart.
Family Tours
2:00–2:30 p.m., Meet at the C3 entrance
Explore works of art in the Museum's collection through movement, sketching, stories, and more in this interactive tour led by DMA Teen Ambassadors.
FRIDAYS
Story Time
Noon–12:30 p.m., Meet at the C3 entrance
From tall tales and legends to daring adventures and fairy tales, every work of art has a story! Join the DMA Teen Ambassadors to hear stories read aloud in the galleries.
SATURDAYS
Spotlight Tours
2:00 p.m., Meet at the main Visitor Services Desk
Get to know the DMA through a Spotlight Tour. DMA docents will be on-site to lead free tours introducing visitors of all ages to the highlights of our collection.
Pop-Up Art Spot
1:00–4:00 p.m., Find the Pop-Up Art Spot on Level 4 in June, Level 3 in July, and Level 4 in August
Take a creative break in the galleries! Stop by to find fun activities for all ages at the Pop-Up Art Spot cart.
Price
- FREE!
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