Maker Morning: Summer Sounds

For kids (and adults!) of all ages

Make some noise for a special Maker Morning exploring sound at our hands-on activity stations throughout the Museum and Sculpture Garden. Build noise-makers, play in the tot “sound space,” and create a collaborative sound sculpture. This event is part of Sound Scene, a three-day event in partnership with DC Listening Lounge.

Wheelchair accessible entrance to the Sculpture Garden is on the National Mall side of the Garden. 

Stroller parking is available.

In case of inclement weather, check in the Museum Lobby for our indoor locations.  

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WHAT’S HAPPENING

Hands-on maker stations exploring sound including playing with rhythm of words and making a soundsuit
10 am–1 pm | Sculpture Garden

Baby and Tot Sound Space
10 am–1 pm | Sculpture Garden

Sound Scene
All weekend | Throughout the Museum and Sculpture Garden, in partnership with DC Listening Lounge

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DO THIS AT HOME!

Hidden Noise Maker
Play a game inspired by Marcel Duchamp! Make your own noisemaker, with a secret noise inside. Create. 

Play with Sound
What can you create with sound? Explore sound experiments by artist Laurie Anderson, and then create your own sounds with different materials. Can you make cereal move without touching it? Can you make your voice travel? Can you feel a vibration? Create. 

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Join us again next month! Maker Morning is the Hirshhorn’s free series held on select Saturdays each month that invites kids of all ages to experience contemporary art through interactive hands-on making activities. Each month, we’ll introduce you to new activities and ideas, focused on this year’s theme of Breaking Boundaries. Drop in and explore the Museum through engaging interactives, kids tours, and more. Activities take place throughout the Museum and Sculpture Garden.