How to Engage Children in the Art Museum: Workshop for Parents, Grandparents, and Caregivers

Saturday, November 14 | 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Artist/Instructor: Kathy Shiroki

Fee: Members $0, Not-yet members $15

How do you explore an art exhibition with children in a way that truly captures their imagination? In this interactive workshop, you’ll discover playful, kid-friendly approaches to engaging with art that spark curiosity and imagination. Learn a variety of fun activities from “looking” games and movement exercises, to creative storytelling. The gallery activities will transform a museum visit into an exciting adventure. Perfect for parents, grandparents, and caregivers, this workshop invites adults to experience the museum through kid-friendly exploration and play.

Running alongside the adult workshop, a children’s workshop will be offered concurrently. Feel free to bring your kids to participate in a hands-on session, ending with an opportunity to explore the gallery together using your newly developed interactive activities.

Kathy Shiroki

Kathy Shiroki’s innovative approach to engaging with art opens new conversations between artists, institutions, and audiences. She has worked in modern and contemporary art museums, creating interactive experiences that activate exhibitions and facilitate hands-on workshops. Kathy currently works in the Education Department at the Burchfield Penney Art Center, where she also serves as the liaison between the Art Center and Buffalo State University.

For further information, please contact Kathy Shiroki: shirokkg@buffalostate.edu