Lola Pettway (American, born 1941), Housetop variation quilt, 1970s, corduroy . The Ethel Morrison Van Derlip Fund and Gift of the Souls Grown Deep Foundation form the William S. Arnett Collection, 2019.16.16

Virtual Family Day: F is for Family

Start the new year reflecting on the people you love and call family. Hear tales of love and friendship from Nothando Zulu, founder of the African Storytellers Alliance. Be inspired to make your own “quilt,” learning about the amazing textile-upcycling tradition passed down through generations in Gee’s Bend, Alabama. View diverse family portraits in the collection, and draw a family portrait of your own. And look back on Mia Family Day over the years as you make a sculpture of our mascot, Yoshitomo Nara’s Your Dog!

During the Family Day weekend (January 9–10) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., you can pick up a free Family Day Artist Tote at Mia’s Third Avenue entrance. You’ll find materials, like air dry clay, DIY photo frames, adhesive foam sheets, and more to celebrate Family Day. Family Day Artist Totes are available until supplies last.

The materials in the kit complement the Virtual Family Day program’s activities but are not essential to enjoying the activities.

On January 10, click here for this month’s activities.

Family Day Major Sponsor:

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