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Get your New Year’s fresh start with art! This week, we’ll express what makes us special, taking inspiration from artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. We’ll explore symbols, look closely at Basquiat’s artwork, read stories, and make artful accessories that celebrate ourselves. 

Featured Book: Why Am I Me? by Paige Britt

Program Schedule: 

  • 10 AM–Noon: Open Play and Artmaking 
  • 10:15 & 11:15 AM: Read-alouds in Art School
  • 10:30 & 11:30 AM: Gallery Tours

Meet in the Art School on the Lower Level.


Do this at home! What makes you who you are? Grab some paper, small objects, and scissors—and get ready to explore identity and create a collage self-portrait! Instructions here.

Three collaged self portraits with black and white photographs and colorful additions on pieces of paper laying beside each other on a wooden surface.


ABOUT STORYTIME STUDIO 

Join us at the Hirshhorn Art School for Storytime Studio—a captivating blend of play, educator-led read-alouds, and art exploration designed for kids from birth to age 8 as well as their caregivers. Every Wednesday morning, step into our studio where art comes alive, and enjoy a special Storytime adventure that is a free, flexible, drop-in experience. Stop in anytime to experiment with play and artmaking, immerse yourself in interactive read-alouds, or join a gallery tour to explore art on view!

No reservations or tickets required. Nursing caregivers are welcome. Stroller parking is available in the Hirshhorn Lobby and on the Lower Level.

If there are access services or accommodations that can make your experience more inclusive (e.g., ASL interpretation, live captioning, etc.), please contact hmsgeducation@si.edu; 1–2 week’s advance notice is recommended but not required.

Details

Date:
January 15, 2025
Time:
10:00 am–12:00 pm
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Venue

Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden
Hirshhorn Museum, Independence Ave SW & 7th St SW
Washington, DC 20560 United States
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Phone
202-633-1000
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Organizer

Hirshhorn Education
Email
HMSGeducation@si.edu

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Location detail
Lower level