Public Programs
Engage with artists, curators, writers, and scholars through innovative programs that explore the Whitney’s current exhibitions and permanent collection.
Get Updates About Upcoming Lectures, Talks, and Courses
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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Fri,
Dec 6
Free Friday Nights Artmaking
6:30–9:30 pm
Open to all ages
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Fri,
Dec 13
Free Friday Nights Artmaking
5:30–9:30 pm
Open to all ages
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Wed,
Dec 18
Ailey Dance Class: Afro-Cuban
1–2 pm
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Ailey Dance Class: Afro-Cuban
4–5 pm
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Thurs,
Dec 19
Ailey Dance Class: Hip Hop
1–2 pm
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Ailey Dance Class: Hip Hop
4–5 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.
On the occasion of her survey exhibition, The Eye Is Not Satisfied With Seeing, Jennifer Packer speaks in conversation with Jane Panetta, Nancy and Fred Poses Curator and Director of the Collection.
Past Events Archive
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2020
Art History From Home:
Domestic AestheticsApr 23, 2020
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The Fight for Clean Water
Mar 8, 2020
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A Conversation with Tiona Nekkia McClodden
Mar 5, 2020
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Perspectives on Indigenous Representations in Vida Americana
Feb 27, 2020
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Greenwich House Pottery at the Whitney
Feb 7, 2020
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Alex Kitnick and Laura Cottingham on Rachel Harrison
Jan 6, 2020
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Sites of Jazz: A Conversation with Jason Moran
Jan 5, 2020
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2019
Ottessa Moshfegh on Rachel Harrison
Dec 18, 2019
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Walter Annenberg Lecture: Jason Moran
Dec 16, 2019
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Paul Chan on Rachel Harrison, or what is non-salvific art
Dec 9, 2019
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Still Beginning: The 30th Annual Day With(out) Art Presented by Visual AIDS
Dec 1, 2019
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Richard Hawkins on Rachel Harrison
Nov 18, 2019
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The Burning Child: Screening and Conversation with Joseph Leo Koerner and David Breslin
Nov 17, 2019
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Contemporary Indigenous Art in a Global Context: Alan Michelson in Conversation with Wanda Nanibush and Richard Bell
Oct 26, 2019
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Reading with Carolyn Lazard
Oct 19, 2019
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Ethics of Looking: Whitney Biennial 2019
Saturdays, 4:30 pm
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From Seneca Village to Brooklyn: A Conversation with Tomashi Jackson
Sept 15, 2019
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Steffani Jemison with Garrett Gray: On Similitude
Sept 13, 2019
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Njideka Akunyili Crosby in Conversation with Siddhartha Mitter
Sept 8, 2019
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Marcus Fischer
Aug 9, 2019
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Barbara Hammer's History Lessons: Screening and Discussion
July 31, 2019
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A Conversation with Beta-Local
July 26, 2019
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Jerron Herman: Many Ways to Raise a Fist
July 25, 2019
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Ellie Ga: The Fortunetellers
July 22, 2019
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Interactions of Color: Alex Da Corte and David Breslin in Conversation
July 1, 2019
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Laura Ortman
June 21, 2019
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Photographic Activities: A Salon
June 16, 2019
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Stonewall 50 Celebration with Tiona Nekkia McClodden
June 13, 2019
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Curating the Whitney Biennial 2019
June 6, 2019
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Praise House (1991): Screening and Discussion
June 3, 2019