Family Programs

 

Discover the museum together. Complete a scavenger hunt of the exhibition, visit the Family Nook, or sign up for one of our programs that connect art to exploration, creativity, and play.

Click here for tips to make the most of your visit together.

  • Three babies seated on the gallery floor in front of a large abstract painting.

    Baby Time

    Saturday, September 19, 9:00—10:00am
    Saturday, October 10, 9:00—10:00am
    Saturday, November 21, 9:00—10:00am
    Saturday, Decmeber 19, 9:00—10:00am

    Are you looking for a fun, free opportunity to get out of the house and spend quality time with your baby? Come to Baby Time for a judgment-free, enriching, and supportive first introduction to an art museum. No reservation needed; just drop by if you can.

    Babies only, please. To ensure the safety of the art, and to allow us to keep our focus on the babies and their grown-ups, this program is not intended for babies who have started walking independently, toddlers, or older siblings. (But they are all very welcome when the CAT is open for regular public hours!)

    No reservation required, drop in if you can.

  • Children seated in front of a colorful abstract painting listening to an educator.

    Preschool Pals

    Wednesday, October 6, 2026, 9:30am and 1:30pm
    Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 9:30am and 1:30pm
    Wednesday, January 6, 2027, 9:30am and 1:30pm

    This special program just for three- and four-year–olds includes an exhibition tour, a story, & an art project. Program lasts approximately 40 min. 

    Pre-registration required. Tickets will be available approximately one month prior to program date.

  • Drop-in all day MEA Weekend

    Thursday, October 15 through Saturday, October 17, 10:00am—4:30pm

    Looking for something fun, free, and meaningful to do together during MEA? Join us at the CAT to visit the exhibition, complete a scavenger hunt, make an art project, and read stories together. Free, no reservations required.

  • A child looking over a large assortment of scrap materials.

    CAT Kids

    Saturday, December 5, 2026, 2:00pm—4:00pm
    Saturday, January 23, 2027, 2:00pm—4:00pm

    Bring the whole family to this drop-in program on select Saturday afternoons! Make art projects, read books together, and take a kid-friendly exhibition tour at 3:00pm. Free, no reservations required.

A mom looks on as two toddlers play with colorful magnets on a whiteboard.
Children completing a scavenger hunt in the gallery.
A family in the gallery studying a glass sculpture in a case.
Girls coloring with markers.
Children and adults gathered around a counter looking at assorted materials.