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.
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
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
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Zoe Leonard in Conversation with Rebecca Solnit
Mar 16, 2018
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ReelAbilities Film Festival Presents: Bottom Dollars
Mar 11, 2018
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Christine Sun Kim: Five Finger Discount History
Mar 10, 2018
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Study Sessions: Morgan Bassichis
Mar 9, 2018
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Where He Was: Auden in America
Feb 25, 2018
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Toyin Ojih Odutola in conversation with Yaa Gyasi and Texas Isaiah
Feb 9, 2018
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What Art Speaks To These Times
Feb 7, 2018
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mecca vazie andrews and the MOVEMENT movementFeb 3, 2018
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Study Sessions:
Damien DavisFeb 2, 2018
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Oliver Payne: CHILL OUT
Jan 21, 2018
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Feathered Flags:
A Lecture by Paul Chaat SmithJan 19, 2018
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2017
Study Sessions: Alice Sheppard
Dec 15, 2017
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Lyle Ashton Harris: Today I Shall Judge Nothing That Occurs
Dec 15, 2017
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The Awt of Measuring Resilience powered by REACH LA
Dec 10, 2017
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Moon Dust: A screening and conversation with Scott Reeder and Ian F. Svenonius
Dec 9, 2017