Family Programs

The Museum offers programs that are fun for the entire family. Family Days and programs are offered throughout the year. Explore the art in our collection, create artwork of your own, and learn about art through storytelling, film, music, and a multitude of ways that makes learning fun!

Bart's Art Cart

BART’S ART CART // NEW

SATURDAYS 11 AM–1 PM · SUNDAYS 1–3 PM / FREE

Beginning September 18, the Museum is offering a new, fun, and free drop-in art program for kids and families. Visit Bart’s Art Cart in the main lobby to explore great art and create some of your own with the help of our Teen Volunteers. Each month will highlight a different gallery and feature a new art activity. Learn how to look at art with your child. Stop by and make art with Bart!

Bart's Books: August

SUKI’S KIMONO

SATURDAY · AUGUST 21 · 11AM / FREE

A little girl reclaims her roots by wearing a traditional kimono.

READER: Mrs. Pitts, Samford Children’s Learning Center Teacher

Family Day August

FAMILY DAY: TOTALLY TANABATA

SATURDAY · AUGUST 28 · 11 AM–3 PM FREE FUN FOR FAMILIES!

Tanabata is a Japanese star festival that celebrates the meeting of two mythological figures. Legend says that the Milky Way, a river made from stars that crosses the sky, separates these lovers. They are allowed to meet only once a year on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month of the lunisolar calendar. Celebrate this important festival with art activities, dance, music, scavenger hunts, Japanese treats and more.

Bart's Books: September

WABI SABI

SATURDAY · SEPTEMBER 18 · 11AM / FREE

A little cat in Tokyo on a quest to discover the meaning of his name.

READER: Ms. Blair, Our Lady of Sorrows School Librarian

MUSEUM HOURS:

Tuesday—Saturday
10am—5pm

Sunday
Noon-5pm

CLOSED MONDAYS &
Major Holidays

ADDRESS:

2000 Rev. Abraham Woods, Jr. Blvd
(formerly 2000 8th Ave. N.)
Birmingham, Alabama 35203

T: 205.254.2565

F: 205.254.2714

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