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 6Free Friday Nights Artmaking
6:30–9:30 pm
Open to all ages
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Fri,
Dec 13Free Friday Nights Artmaking
5:30–9:30 pm
Open to all ages
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Wed,
Dec 18Ailey 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 19Ailey 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.
Past Events Archive
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2018
ITSOFOMO (In the Shadow of Forward Motion)
Sept 14–16, 2018
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Memories That Smell Like Gasoline: Reading David Wojnarowicz
Sept 7, 2018
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The OG of Undocumented Children
Aug 10, 2018
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Kinetic Light: Under Momentum
July 27, 2018
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Dialogues with Painting: David Reed and Kim Conaty on Mary Corse
July 26, 2018
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Taíno Today: Art and Culture in the Caribbean
July 20, 2018
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Orientations: Perceiving Whiteness in Art and Institutions
July 17, 2018
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Self-Portrait in 23 Rounds: A chapter in David Wojnarowicz’s life 1989-1991 (2018)
July 14, 2018
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David Wojnarowicz: A conversation with Sylvère Lotringer and Marion Scemama
July 14, 2018
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Visual Arts and the AIDS Epidemic
July 13, 2018
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An Evening with VECTOR
June 22, 2018
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Pride at the Whitney
June 15, 2018
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The New Red Order Presents: The Savage Philosophy of Endless Acknowledgement
June 13, 2018
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Grant Wood’s Artwork, Dream-Work, and Literary Work
June 10, 2018
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Study Sessions: Ja’Tovia Gary and American Artist
June 8, 2018
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Continuous Signals: On the Work of Zoe Leonard
June 1, 2018
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Michèle Graf & Selina Grüter: One against All [Uno contro tutti]
May 29, 2018
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Zoe Leonard in Conversation with Elisabeth Lebovici
May 20, 2018
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Whitney Independent Study Program: Critical Studies Symposium
May 18, 2018
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On Ballet: Fran Lebowitz and Nick Mauss
May 13, 2018
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ASL SLAM at the Whitney
May 5, 2018
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Study Sessions: Samantha Box, Ted Kerr, and Traci C. West
May 4, 2018
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Transmissions: Nick Mauss in Conversation with Elena Filipovic, Jennifer Homans and Elisabeth Sussman
May 4, 2018
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Gregg Bordowitz in conversation with Glenn Ligon
Apr 30, 2018
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Badlands Unlimited presents What is Crypto?
Apr 27, 2018
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Demian DinéYazhi': An Infected Sunset
Apr 20, 2018
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Study Sessions: Tuesday Smillie
Apr 13, 2018
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A Chilling Make Believe: Alexis Rockman on Grant Wood
Apr 6, 2018
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Strange Fruit
Mar 24, 2018
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American Indian Community House Monthly Social
Mar 23, 2018