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  The Trayvon Generation: A Celebration and Conversation with Elizabeth AlexanderJune 27, 2022 
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            Whitney Independent Study Program: Critical Studies SymposiumJune 22, 2022 
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            Pride on the Whitney Lawn*June 12, 2022 
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            Pride on the Whitney LawnJune 11, 2022 
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          Radical Joy Ball with ADAPTJune 9, 2022 
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            Art History from Home:
 Queer BelongingJune 9, 2022 
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            Marathon Reading of Dictee by Theresa Hak Kyung ChaJune 5, 2022 
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            Art History from Home:
 Asian/American: A Ghost StoryMay 19, 2022 
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            Cassandra Press Lectures:
 Zombie PoliticsMay 7, 2022 
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            Cassandra Press Lectures: Whiteness, Dissonance, and HorrorMay 7, 2022 
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            Becoming AmericanApr 29, 2022 
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            Ideology, Ableism, and Capitalism: A Talk by Emily BarkerApr 13, 2022 
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            A Gathering of the Tribes: Marathon ReadingApr 9, 2022 
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            A Gathering of the Tribes: Marathon ReadingApr 8, 2022 
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            Around The Rose: Artists Reflect on Jay DeFeoMar 16, 2022 
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           Sewing Circle with Marie Watt Sewing Circle with Marie WattMar 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-MakingMar 9, 2022 
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            Art History From Home: Photography from James Van Der Zee to Dawoud BeyFeb 17, 2022 
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            A Conversation with Jennifer PackerFeb 16, 2022 
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            Print and Process After JohnsJan 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 Mirroring Practice: Poets Respond to Jasper JohnsJan 20, 2022 
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          2021 Art History from Home: 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 Ask a Curator: Jennifer Packer: The Eye Is Not Satisfied With SeeingDec 14, 2021 
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            My Barbarian: Artist TalkDec 8, 2021 
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           The Films of Andy Warhol The Films of Andy WarholDec 2, 2021 
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           Art History From Home: Art History From Home:
 Asian American PerspectivesDec 2, 2021 
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           Day With(out) Art 2021: Day With(out) Art 2021:
 Enduring CareDec 1, 2021 
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           New Voices: New Voices:
 Artists on Jasper JohnsNov 18, 2021 
 
       
 
 
 
 
             
             
            