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
July 12 | Elements of Art
Check out all the ways you can make art! Explore the seven elements of art in our studios: line, shape, color, form, value, space, and texture. Enjoy a STEAM activity outside and In-Gallery Conversations featuring pottery, paintings, photos, and more.
Play with the different elements of art by creating in our studios with Mia’s teaching artists
Enjoy a delicious, sweet treat from Unbakeable food truck
Learn about natural dye processes with Mashkiki Studios in Target Park
Engage with Mia’s contemporary collection by chatting with guides stationed on the third floor of the museum
August 9 | Express Yourself
Beat the heat and stop by Mia to get inspired. Make unique accessories in our studios with teaching artist Maya O’Reilly. Akiko Ostlund leads a puppet show, then helps you create your own puppet. Participate in a movement activity and enjoy story time with The Children’s Theatre Company.
Play around with puppet crafts and performances with teaching artist Akiko Ostlund
Create something handy with duct tape art in Mia’s studios
Listen to a story in Target Park with Children’s Theatre Company
Savor a sweet treat by Pretty Great Cheesecake food truck
Engage with Mia guides in the Expressionism galleries
September 13 | Sounds of Summer
Say “see ya!” to summer with fun performances and art making. Create instruments in the studios with Laura Wennstrom and enjoy performances outside in Target Park. Food truck information coming soon.
Feel the beat and rock out with performances by TaikoArts Midwest, Train House Friends, and Basic and Boring as you enjoy this music line up that is fun for the whole family!
Create your own musical instrument in Mia’s studios with teaching artist Laura Wennstrom
Savor the flavor of Pretty Great Cheesecake food truck
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