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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2021
En Español: Historia del arte desde casa: Haciendo Sabiendo, Artesanía en el arte, 1950–2019July 9, 2021
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Narrative Materiality: Dawoud Bey and Torkwase Dyson in conversation
July 8, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Stories from the CollectionJuly 6, 2021
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En Español: Historia del arte desde casa: el arte estadounidense y el Museo Whitney
July 2, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Making KnowingJuly 1, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Making KnowingJune 29, 2021
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En Español: Historia del arte desde casa: Dawoud Bey: Un proyecto estadounidense
June 25, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Dawoud Bey: An American ProjectJune 24, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Technology and FantasyJune 22, 2021
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En Español: Historia del arte desde casa: Julie Mehretu
June 18, 2021
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World Premiere Screening: Julie Mehretu: Palimpsest
June 17–20, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Julie MehretuJune 17, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Queer BelongingJune 15, 2021
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Art History From Home:
Art and Social ChangeJune 10, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Stories from the CollectionJune 8, 2021
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En Español: Historia del arte desde casa: Dawoud Bey: Un proyecto estadounidense
June 4, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Latinx Artists framing the CityJune 3, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Me, Myself, and IJune 1, 2021
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Crash Course: Asian-American Artists in the Whitney’s Collection
Select Fridays
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En Español: Historia del arte desde casa:
Julie MehretuMay 28, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Stories from the CollectionMay 27, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Art and Social ChangeMay 25, 2021
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En Español: Historia del arte desde casa:
Arte y Cambio SocialMay 21, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Dawoud Bey: An American ProjectMay 20, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Portable LandscapesMay 18, 2021
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Community Day
May 16, 2021
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En Español: Historia del arte desde casa: artistas latinx armando la ciudad
May 14, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Julie MehretuMay 13, 2021
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Reimagining History: Dawoud Bey in conversation with Jason Moran and Sarah Broom
May 12, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Asian American PerspectivesMay 11, 2021