Family Day: Abstract Art

Bring the whole family for a day dedicated to abstract art. Sculpt, paint, and draw works of art that use splatters, blobs, sharp shapes, and more!

Art-making Abstract Painting
11AM–4:30PM
Be inspired by vibrant abstract paintings by female artists, and create a masterpiece of your own.

Art-making Paper Pop-ups
11AM–4:30PM
Make a paper sculpture inspired by the work of Alexander Calder.

Art-making Chalk Mosaic
11AM–4:30PM
Contribute to a giant chalk mural using the Target Park labyrinth as your canvas.

Art-making Action Painting
Noon–3PM
Drip, splash, splatter! Take part in the making of a giant drip painting inspired by the work of Jackson Pollock.

Art-making Building Blocks
11AM–4:30PM
Create a temporary work of art using colorful blocks.

Gallery Hunt What in the world is Abstract Art?
11AM–4:30PM
Spot a work of abstract art in Mia’s galleries, then dig deep and discover details.

Preschool Tour Shapes
11:30AM & 12:30PM
Go on an adventure exploring shapes in art, with a tour designed especially for little ones.

Tour Contemporary World Art
12PM

Tour Off-the-Wall: Sculpture at the Institute
1PM

Tour Mostly Modern: 19th and 20th-century Art
2 & 3:30PM

Art Cart Modern Art
Noon–4PM

Art Cart Africa
Noon–2PM

Art Cart Americas
2–4PM