Youth Programs

A Space for Youth to Create and Play

Experience the museum through programs designed to encourage expression and FUN!

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Create & Play

Third Wednesday of the Month

10:15–11 a.m.

Explore the galleries with your young one while learning about art through guided activities and interactive games. Then get creative in the studio and make your own masterpiece to take home. This monthly program is designed for children ages 2–6 and their caregivers.

December 18 | Family Traditions

January 15 | ABC's of the Taft

February 19 | Mystery & Benevolence

March 19 | The Art of Watercolor

April 16 | 1, 2, 3, How Many Do You See?

Questions? Contact education@taftmuseum.org.

Sensory Explorations

Every Second Sunday

1–3 p.m.

Use senses like touch and hearing to experience the museum's collection and exhibition gallery spaces with our specially trained educators. Tools like 3-D printed reproductions, fabric samples, and soundscapes offer a new multi-sensory adventure at the Taft.

On January 12, our friends at Peanut Butter & Jam will be joining us for a sensory-friendly concert experience from 2:30–3:30 p.m!

Please Note: Capacity for this program is limited to 60 guests to ensure the museum can adequately provide sensory accommodations. Admission is free! Availability on a first-come, first serve basis. No reservations.

Questions? Contact education@taftmuseum.org.

This program is developed specially for visitors with low or no vision, but all guests are invited to participate. Special thanks to Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired for providing the 3-D reproductions.

FREE! Family Fundays

Mystery and Benevolence

Sunday, February 2, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Celebrate the opening of our newest exhibition, Mystery & Benevolence, with the whole family! Create your own works of art with your family and enjoy food specials inspired by the exhibition. Get ready to get loud with Band in a Bus, who will teach us to make music using household items like buckets and sticks.

This is a free event! Registration is not required.

Earth Day Art

Sunday, April 13, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Celebrate Earth Day with us. Make upcycled art all day under the tent. Rock out with School of Rock Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky in the afternoon.

This is a free event! Registration is not required.

Questions? Contact education@taftmuseum.org.