Category: Art Making
Sat. Feb. 13th, 2027 - 10:00 AM
- 1:00 PM
In collaboration with UChicago’s Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures and with guidance from local animator Lisa Barcy, families…
Fri. Jan. 8th, 2027 - 4:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Learn to transform simple elements of light and movement into lively shadow puppetry, using both traditional and modern projection methods….
Sat. Dec. 12th, 2026 - 10:00 AM
- 1:00 PM
In partnership with SkyART, families will work together to create exquisite corpse sculptures that explore themes of care, connection, and…
Fri. Nov. 20th, 2026 - 4:30 PM
- 6:30 PM
Wear your comfiest pajamas, grab your favorite stuffed animal, and join us for an after-hours story time experience, in collaboration…
Sat. Nov. 14th, 2026 - 10:00 AM
- 1:00 PM
Explore the theme of STEAM by creating cell-inspired drawings, with guidance from scientist, author, and science communicator Jotham Austin II,…
Sat. Oct. 17th, 2026 - 10:00 AM
- 1:00 PM
Create a colorful self-portrait collage, with guidance from exhibiting artist Nina Chanel Abney….
Tue. Jun. 30th, 2026 - 10:00 AM
- 12:00 PM
In partnership with the Chicago Public Library, creating a handmade bookmark to use with all of your favorite reads, then…
Tue. Jun. 23rd, 2026 - 10:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
Go beyond a typical visit to the museum and enjoy a “Smart Find” experience at the Smart! This scavenger hunt…
Tue. Jun. 16th, 2026 - 8:00 AM
- 6:00 PM
Together with your family, enjoy a guided tour of the Smart’s current exhibitions and outdoor public art….
Sat. Jun. 13th, 2026 - 10:00 AM
- 1:00 PM
With guidance from Comic Nurse and educator MK Czerwiec, families will explore the intersection of science and art as they…