Public Programs
Engage with artists, curators, writers, and scholars through innovative programs that explore the Whitney’s current exhibitions and permanent collection.
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Events
We host conversations, symposia, film screenings, performances, virtual events, and more. These events explore American art and critical issues in contemporary culture through the Whitney’s exhibitions and collection. Check the calendar for what's on.
Courses and Workshops
Open up new perspectives with one of the Whitney’s courses, drop-in discussions, or artmaking workshops. These offerings are opportunities to dive deeper into art at the Whitney and engage with experts in the field.
Tours
Free gallery tours through the Whitney’s current exhibitions are offered each day. Private group tours led by Teaching Fellows or Museum Educators are also available for an additional fee with advanced registration.
Queer History Walks
Take a free walking tour to discover the vibrant queer history of the Whitney Museum's surrounding neighborhood. Explore select historical sites where the LGBTQ+ community once found a place to connect and create. If you can't join us in-person June–October when these tours are offered, listen to the audio guide.
Upcoming Programs
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Mon,
May 5A Handbook of Latinx Art with Rocío Aranda-Alvarado and Deborah Cullen-Morales
6:30 pm
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Sat,
May 17Gordon Matta-Clark and NYC Graffiti Culture 1972–73
2 pm
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Sun,
May 182025 ISP Critical Studies Symposium
2–5:30 pm
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Thurs,
May 22Exploring Twin Quasar: On Art, Science, and Virtual Worlds
12–1 pm
Recorded Programs
Many of our public programs are recorded and available to be viewed later. Check out videos of past programs from the comfort of your home.
Past Events Archive
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2020
Visual AIDS: Day With(out) Art 2020: TRANSMISSIONS Screening
Dec 1, 2020
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Visual AIDS: Day With(out) Art 2020: TRANSMISSIONS
Nov 30, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Abstract Art in AmericaNov 24, 2020
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Muralism Today: Contemporary Artists Respond to Vida Americana
Nov 19, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Picturing the Mexican RevolutionNov 19, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Asian American PerspectivesNov 17, 2020
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Salman Toor in conversation with Chitra Ganesh
Nov 16, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Art and ActivismNov 12, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Collective Memory in Contemporary Black ArtNov 10, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Los Tres Grandes and American ArtNov 5, 2020
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SNCC: Screening and Conversation with Danny Lyon and Joyce Ladner
Oct 29, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Picturing the Mexican RevolutionOct 29, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Abstract Art in AmericaOct 27, 2020
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Seeing Agnes Pelton
Oct 22, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Art and Social ChangeOct 20, 2020
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Around Day's End: A Conversation
Oct 15, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Los Tres Grandes and American ArtOct 15, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Abstract Art in AmericaOct 13, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Picturing the Mexican RevolutionOct 8, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Stories from the CollectionOct 6, 2020
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Latinx Art: Artists, Markets, and Politics: Arlene Dávila in conversation with Adriana Zavala
Oct 1, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Picturing the Mexican RevolutionOct 1, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Queer BelongingSept 29, 2020
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Artmaking From Home:
Human Figures, Human StoriesSept 25, 2020
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After Los Tres Grandes: Aesthetic and Political Legacies of Mexican Muralism
Sept 24, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Art and ActivismSept 24, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Art and Social ChangeSept 22, 2020
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En Español: Viernes Con Vida Americana: Historia Del Arte Desde Casa
Fridays
12 pm -
Art History from Home:
Los Tres Grandes and American ArtSept 17, 2020
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More Mysterious Than Our Desire: Black Film Multitudes
Sept 16, 2020