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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2022
Becoming American
Apr 29, 2022
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Ideology, Ableism, and Capitalism: A Talk by Emily Barker
Apr 13, 2022
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A Gathering of the Tribes: Marathon Reading
Apr 9, 2022
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A Gathering of the Tribes: Marathon Reading
Apr 8, 2022
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Around The Rose: Artists Reflect on Jay DeFeo
Mar 16, 2022
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Sewing Circle with Marie Watt
Mar 12, 2022
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Art History from Home:
Queer BelongingMar 10, 2022
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X as Intersection: Healing, Justice, and World-Making
Mar 9, 2022
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Art History From Home: Photography from James Van Der Zee to Dawoud Bey
Feb 17, 2022
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A Conversation with Jennifer Packer
Feb 16, 2022
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Print and Process After Johns
Jan 27, 2022
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Art History from Home:
Me, Myself, and IJan 27, 2022
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Mirroring Practice: Poets Respond to Jasper Johns
Jan 20, 2022
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2021
Art History from Home:
When Did Video Become Art?Dec 30, 2021
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Ask a Curator: Jennifer Packer: The Eye Is Not Satisfied With Seeing
Dec 14, 2021
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My Barbarian: Artist Talk
Dec 8, 2021
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The Films of Andy Warhol
Dec 2, 2021
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Art History From Home:
Asian American PerspectivesDec 2, 2021
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Day With(out) Art 2021:
Enduring CareDec 1, 2021
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New Voices:
Artists on Jasper JohnsNov 18, 2021
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Art History Course:
Making Sense of Jasper JohnsTuesdays in November
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Art History from Home:
Collective Memory in Contemporary Black ArtOct 28, 2021
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Making Jasper Johns: Mind/Mirror
Oct 6, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Technology and FantasySept 23, 2021
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Walter Annenberg Lecture:
Dawoud BeySept 14, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Dawoud Bey: An American ProjectAug 19, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Abstract Art in AmericaAug 17, 2021
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En Español: Historia del arte desde casa: Dawoud Bey: Un proyecto estadounidense
Aug 13, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Stories from the CollectionAug 12, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Art and Social ChangeAug 10, 2021