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Calder’s Circus is Back!

Calder's Circus is Back!
Alexander Calder, Calder’s Circus, 1926–31 83.36.1-95

Calder’s Circus is on view starting December 9, 2011!

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Fri., Feb. 10
12–1 PM
Stroller Tours
Singular Visions
 
Sat., Feb. 11
12:30–3 PM
Family Programs
Discover Calder’s Circus
 
Sat., Mar. 10
10:30–11:30 AM
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Whitney Wees:
Whitney Biennial 2012
 
Sat., Mar. 10
10:30 AM–12:30 PM
Family Fun Art Workshops
Family Fun Art Workshop: Whitney Biennial 2012

Discover Calder’s Circus

Saturday, February 11, 2012  12:30–3 PM Calendar event download iconCalendar event download icon
For families with kids ages 5 and up
Discover _Calder’s Circus_

Lions and acrobats and ringmasters, oh my! Introduce your children to Calder’s Circus, one of the Whitney’s most beloved artworks. Families can stop by to explore this early example of performance art and work with Museum educators to make their own whimsical wire creations.

Free with Museum admission; no registration required; first-come, first-served.

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Real/Surreal

October 6, 2011–February 12, 2012 More info 

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