Come on over for a day of family-friendly activities in the galleries, the Museum School and on the lawn! Hands-on art-making, scavenger hunts, interactive exhibitions and more.
Sit in futuristic and psychedelic machines as part of Bobby Anspach: Everything is Change, explore collector Christopher Hylandâs impressive photography collection in Through A Collectorâs Lens: Iconic Photography from the Christopher Hyland Collection, and marvel at the whale you just canât miss in Sean Landers: Lost at Sea!
All materials are provided.  RSVP appreciated.
Whatâs Happening:
Pom Pom Making and Looms:  Immerse yourself into the world of the fiber arts. Inspired by artist Bobby Anspachâs use of pom poms in his work, this workshop will be led in partnership with Out of the Box Studio & Gallery and Downtown Designs Gallery & Studio! Artists can also utilize looms to create a personalized, unique small textile work!
Joy is Resistance Button and Flag Making: Join us in partnership with Newport Pride to make buttons and flags inspired by the theme of this yearâs Pride parade in Newport – âJoy is Resistanceâ. Whether youâre a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, an ally, or just love the theme as much as we do â create something to take home with you or bring to the parade the following week (June 28th)!
Crochet Circle: As an extension of our newly debuted Crochet Club, join us for some drop in guided crocheting!
Book Sale:Â Â Browse books from our basement! $5, $10, and $15 bins!
Enjoy Music on the Lawn
En Plein Air Painting:Â Get excited for Wet Paint by creating art âin the open airâ. Try your hand at a watercolor scene on the Museumâs lawn, then add texture and detail with colored pencils and markers.
Visit with Artist in Residence Taro Takizawa in his studio.
Scavenger Hunts! Dig into our brand new exhibitions and scavenger hunt (or two!).
Looking to plan your next visit to Rhode Island, check out some of the current special offers and enjoy savings, extra perks and more!
