The Artist’s Studio: Awesome Abstraction
- Date
- July 17th
- Time
- 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Age
- Ages 0–12
- Cost
- Free; no registration required
Ryan Learning Center at the Art Institute of Chicago
159 East Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60603 · Directions
The Loop
Families can drop into the Ryan Learning Center’s Art Exchange to make a colorful abstract drawing inspired by Luchita Hurtado and the exhibition Beyond Form: Abstraction at Midcentury.
The visit can also include the adjacent Multisensory Gallery and its touch, listening, and pattern-rubbing experiences, or a stop at JourneyMaker to design and print a personalized museum tour. Early learners can use blocks, books, stacking toys, and puzzles; the art project is suitable for young children with caregiver help.
The center is always free, and no ticket or registration is required. Enter through the Modern Wing and turn left on the first floor. Children 13 and younger must remain with an adult age 18 or older; visiting school, youth, and daycare groups cannot use the Art Exchange.