What happens when kids take over the DMA? Find out at this night at the Museum where the kids are in charge! Enjoy musical performances, drop-in art making, gallery games, student-led tours in the galleries, and a student art show—all showcasing the students of William B. Travis Vanguard and Academy for the Academically Talented and Gifted. The students have spent the school year learning about the work and mission of museums; now they will take the lead in imagining what a museum can be when young people lead the way. The Museum will remain open until 8:00 p.m. for this event, and the public is invited to join friends and family in supporting these students.
5th Grade Tiny Art Show
5:00–8:00 p.m., Level 4, Tower Gallery
Take a closer look at how artworks in the DMA's collection inspired 5th grade artists from Travis TAG Academy. More than 90 tiny canvases created by these student artists are on view!
Travis TAG Academy Band Performance
5:15 p.m., Hamon Atrium
Kick off the weekend with a special musical performance by the talented William B. Travis TAG Academy bands.
Drop-In Studio
5:30–7:30 p.m., Tower Studio, Level 4
Drop by the art studio and create a work of art that imagines our future. Need some ideas? Chat with Travis 4th grade students who will guide you through the process.
Relics of the Past 7th Grade Showcase
5:30–7:30 p.m., Founders Room
What can we learn from our own past? See the results of Travis 7th graders' yearlong research interviewing family members and investigating family stories and artifacts. Their final project was a mini-exhibition they curated of handmade artifacts representing pivotal moments in their families' stories.
Travis TAG Academy Dance Performance
6:00–6:15 p.m., Horchow Auditorium, Level 1
Watch the Travis dancers perform featured works from dance class and Dance Company repertoire.
Gallery Games
6:00–7:00 p.m., Levels 2, 3, and 4
Play games, test your senses, contribute to a community collage, and more at interactive stations throughout the galleries. Experience all the fun the Travis 6th grade students created for you to enjoy!
Teen Tour Guides
6:45–7:45 p.m., Levels 1, 2, 3, and 4
Learn behind-the-scenes stories and interact with 8th grade teen tour guides from Travis TAG Academy at pop-up tour stops throughout the galleries.