Nasher Sculpture Center

Monthly Themes & Activities

Big Ideas
Each month, families have the opportunity to focus on a “Big Idea,” through a hands-on craft, take-home activity and a scavenger hunt.
 
Value February 5, 2011
Change March 5, 2011
Space April 2, 2011
Details June 4, 2011
Style July 2, 2011
Symbols August 6, 2011
Suprise September 3, 2011
Places October 1, 2011
Scale November 5, 2011
Unity December 3, 2011
Discussion January 7, 2012
Individuality February 4, 2012

Family Tours
Discover and discuss each month’s Big Idea on an interactive tour for the whole family.
 
Art Scavenger Hunt
Exercise your detective skills to search the Nasher for art related to the month’s Big Idea. Complete the hunt for a special prize!
 
Children’s Art Activity
Express yourself by creating unique artworks connected to the month’s Big Idea.
 

Discovering Books with Every Child Ready to Read
Bring books to life with story-based crafts and receive free kids’ books and Dallas library cards.

Storytime
Share in the joy of reading with storytellers from the Dallas Public Library.
 
NasherKids Live!
Join in the fun with an exciting, live performance for families and young children.
 
Art in Action: Sculpture Demo Table and Artist at Work
See how sculpture is made and feel the materials artists use at our live artist demos.
 
Yoga in the Garden
Enjoy yoga with YogaSport among masterpieces of modern sculpture in the beautiful Nasher Garden.
 
NasherKids Meal
Treat your little ones to kid-friendly cuisine at Nasher Cafe.