Visitors of varying ages view video in Mia gallery next to large sculpture.
Visitors attending Mia's Family Day

Family Day

Join us for our free monthly event for families, kids, and the young at heart. On the second Sunday of every month, the museum is filled with hands-on art activities, storytelling, artist demonstrations, gallery hunts, self-guided tours, and more—all inspired by Mia’s incredible collection.

Upcoming Family Day Themes

February 8 | Reflections

Celebrate Black artists with us at Mia’s February Family Day! Experience the power of the spoken word, enjoy a short film, and bust a move breakdancing. We’ll have guides stationed at selected artworks who’ll talk about some of the amazing artists in our collection. We can’t wait to see you there!

Create and perform your own poem about self-identity with local poet Dralandra Larkins, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Bust a move breakdancing with House of Dance, 11 a.m.–noon
Enjoy a film screening in Pillsbury Auditorium

March 8 | Dragons and Monsters

Scales, wings, teeth, hair…fire! This month at Family Day we’ll explore all things dragons and monsters. Stop by and create your own dragon, enjoy an interactive story time, and move like a monster. Show us how loud your roar is!

Create a one-of-a-kind dragon
Move like a monster
Learn why people used dragons and monsters in art long ago

April 12 | Kids in Bloom

Get ready for Kids in Bloom! Burst into spring with this fun and celebratory Family Day. Mia will host a “mini” Art in Bloom with kid florists. Strut your stuff on the floral catwalk and experience the joys of dance.

Create a beautiful floral crown
Strut down the floral catwalk
Experience the beauty of spring

May 10 | May the Force Be with You

This May dress as your favorite Star Wars character and head to Mia for some Star Wars themed fun! Discover how this fun film saga relates to our collection and the arts. There’ll be a costume contest, Star Wars crafts, and maybe a few familiar characters roaming around the museum. Don’t miss this awesome chance to experience the Force this spring!

Create fun Star Wars themed crafts
Dress to impress as your favorite Star Wars character
Learn how the Force continues to inspire artists in our community


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Visitors attending Mia's Family Day