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
Art History from Home:
Abstract Art in AmericaJan 12, 2021
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Viernes con Vida Americana: Los tres grandes y el arte estadounidense
Jan 8, 2021
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Art History from Home:
Los Tres Grandes and
American ArtJan 7, 2021
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Art History from Home:
When Did Video Become Art?Jan 5, 2021
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2020
Art History from Home:
Stories from the CollectionDec 29, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Portable LandscapesDec 22, 2020
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Viernes con Vida Americana: Arte Mexicano y Africano-Americano
Dec 18, 2020
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Art History from Home: Picturing the Mexican Revolution
Dec 17, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Technology and FantasyDec 15, 2020
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Viernes con Vida Americana: Los tres grandes y el arte estadounidense
Dec 11, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Working Together: The Photographers of the Kamoinge WorkshopDec 10, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Art and Social ChangeDec 8, 2020
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Viernes con Vida Americana: Visualizando la Revolución Mexicana
Dec 4, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Salman Toor: How Will I KnowDec 3, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Queer BelongingDec 1, 2020
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Visual AIDS: Day With(out) Art 2020: TRANSMISSIONS Screening
Dec 1, 2020
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Visual AIDS: Day With(out) Art 2020: TRANSMISSIONS
Nov 30, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Abstract Art in AmericaNov 24, 2020
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Muralism Today: Contemporary Artists Respond to Vida Americana
Nov 19, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Picturing the Mexican RevolutionNov 19, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Asian American PerspectivesNov 17, 2020
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Salman Toor in conversation with Chitra Ganesh
Nov 16, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Art and ActivismNov 12, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Collective Memory in Contemporary Black ArtNov 10, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Los Tres Grandes and American ArtNov 5, 2020
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SNCC: Screening and Conversation with Danny Lyon and Joyce Ladner
Oct 29, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Picturing the Mexican RevolutionOct 29, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Abstract Art in AmericaOct 27, 2020
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Seeing Agnes Pelton
Oct 22, 2020
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Art History from Home:
Art and Social ChangeOct 20, 2020