Let your creativity blossom during these fun-filled days of art making, story times, and gallery activities, all inspired by nature and our current exhibition The Impressionist Revolution from Monet to Matisse. Spring Break programs are free and held daily March 13–15.
ANYTIME ACTIVITIES
Family Gallery Guides
11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Guest Services Desks
Pick up a kid-friendly guide and learn about selected works of art in the DMA's collection.
C3 Tower Takeover
11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Tower Gallery
Make your way up to Level 4 to explore our temporary Center of Creative Connections space. Make your own mini-sculpture, read a book, play with toys, and more!
SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES
Pop-Up Art Spot
Noon–2:00 p.m., Level 3
Visit our cart for creative games and activities in the galleries.
En Plein Air Sketching
Noon–2:00 p.m., Fleischner Courtyard
En plein air is French for “outside.” Head to our outdoor courtyard for a sketching experience inspired by French Impressionist artists. In the event of inclement weather, this activity will be canceled.
Cut and Paste Studio
1:00–4:00 p.m., Tower Studio
Cut, arrange, layer, and paste! Drop by the Art Studio and “paint with scissors” to create a colorful paper cut-out collage inspired by artist Henri Matisse.
Everything Spring!
1:00–4:00 p.m., Founders Room
Stop and smell the roses! Celebrate springtime at our scent matching station, map out nature shapes at light tables, make a bouquet at our pretend flower shop, and more at these spring-inspired play stations.
Sensory Haven
1:00–4:00 p.m., Level M2
Need a place to take a break? Drop in throughout the day to relax and explore quiet activities. All ages are welcome.
Story Time Tour
2:00 p.m., Meet at the main Guest Services Desk
From tall tales and legends to daring adventures and fairy tales, every work of art has a story! Join DMA Education staff for an interactive story time themed around artworks in the Museum’s collection.