Youth and Family Programs

Family Art Workshops

Museum visitors of all ages are invited to join us on Saturdays from 1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m. in the Museum School to create a unique work of art based on the Museum's exhibitions. All supplies are provided. Family Art Workshops are free with Museum admission and free to Museum members.

Family Days

The Museum hosts exhibition-based Family Days several times a year. These Days usually include an art activity and an interactive activity in the exhibition gallery. Please view our Calendar for more information on The Museum's next Family Day.

Lead With the Arts

Lead with the Arts is a free after school program in the arts for students ages 15-17. The year long program includes opportunities for teens to experience art together, meet local artists, visit local art spaces and engage in stimulating studio projects. Classes meet on each Tuesday from October through April. Interested students must complete an application. Click to view  the application and more information about Lead With the Arts. This program is supported in part by funding from PNM and by the Foundation's annual Shaken, Not Stirred martini-themed fundraiser.

Focus on Youth

An annual invitational juried exhibition of photography by area high school students which is organized by the Albuquerque Public Schools. A special awards ceremony is held at The Museum to open the exhibit.