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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2012
Gallery Talk:
Charles Ray and Michael Fried on David Smith: Cubes and AnarchyJan 5, 2012
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2011
Walter Annenberg Annual Lecture: Claes Oldenburg
Nov 1, 2011
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Artists’ Communities
Oct 13, 2011
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Gallery Talk:
James Casebere and Barbara Haskell on Lyonel Feininger: At the Edge of the WorldOct 12, 2011
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Artist Talk and Screening: Kevin Jerome Everson
Sept 8, 2011
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Title TK Meets Danny Goldberg
Aug 10, 2011
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The Fine Art of Comics, with Gary Panter, Art Spiegelman, and Chris Ware
July 20, 2011
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Weekend at Bernie’s
June 30, 2011
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Whitney Museum Groundbreaking Party with CHERYL
May 21–22, 2011
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From Mollusks to Meat Hooks to Moschino with Lize Mogel
May 21, 2011
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Culture Is Burning, with Douglas Crimp, Catherine Lord, Linda Nicholson, and Tricia Rose
Apr 28, 2011
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Reflections on the Midcareer Retrospective, with Glenn Ligon, Scott Rothkopf, and Huey Copeland
Apr 21, 2011
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Trade School at the Whitney: Coincidence of Wants
Mar 25, 2011
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On The Death of Tom, with Glenn Ligon, Jason Moran, and Terrance McKnight
Mar 23, 2011
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My Turn: Everyday Monuments with Jean Shin
Feb 4, 2011
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Gallery Talk:
Rachel Harrison and Elisabeth Sussman on the Legacy of Paul ThekJan 6, 2011
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2010
Walter Annenberg Annual Lecture: Susan Rothenberg
Nov 3, 2010
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Inside Modern Life: Edward Hopper and His Time
Nov 3, 2010
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My Turn: Thek’s Teaching Notes With Jean Shin and Harrell Fletcher
Oct 29, 2010
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Beyond the Artist’s Hand: Contemporary Art Methods and Practices
Oct 7, 2010
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Will Work for Art
Sept 28, 2010
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Conversations on Art: Marclay’s Performance Work
Sept 21, 2010
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Artist Talk: Guy Klucevsek
Sept 17, 2010
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Conversations on Art: Robert Gober and Donna De Salvo on Heat Waves in a Swamp: The Paintings of Charles Burchfield
Sept 15, 2010
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Artist Talk:
Butch MorrisSept 10, 2010
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Artist Talk: Guy Klucevsek
Sept 3, 2010
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Artist Talk: Marina Rosenfeld
Aug 27, 2010
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Artist Talk: David Moss
Aug 20, 2010
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Artist Talk: Elliott Sharp
Aug 13, 2010
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Artist Talk: Mary Halvorson
Aug 6, 2010