Stroller Tours and Family Fun at the Whitney Museum of American Art

It's never to early to inspire his artist inside. Although "museum" and "newborn" seem like a pretty counter-intuitive combination, for the Whitney Museum, the invitation's open. 

Babies aged 0-18 months, and their culturally curious albeit sleep deprived parents, are invited to the "Stroller Tour" series. Parents register ahead of time and are guided through exhibits with other parents at a time when the museum is closed to the public. It's $25, and well worth the peace of mind you get from not having to worry if the baby isn't librarian-quiet. 

For families with kids, the Whitney also arranges hands on art projects based on an exhibit, and provides a forum where families may get together with contemporary artists to share ideas and opinions on exhibits. This really brings the art to life, and engages kids in a dialogue about the art on the wall and their own artistic aspirations.

Coming soon in December: Stroller tours

Family Activities: [through December on Select Saturdays]

Taking cues from the artist, kids and parents will consider how Charles LeDray has transformed familiar objects like hats, shirts, and suits into sculpture. Families will then experiment with transforming every day objects into works of art! 

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