Teens
Teen Programs give New York City high school students the opportunity to discuss art critically, think creatively, and make art with contemporary artists, educators, and their peers.
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Teen Programs
Open Studio for Teens
Teens are invited to Open Studio for Teens, a free art-making program on select Fridays. Work with contemporary artists and educators to create and learn new techniques with art projects inspired by the Whitney’s exhibitions and collection.
Youth Insights
Youth Insights (YI) is an after-school and summer program that connects New York City high school students to art and artists. We also offer events and programs throughout the year.
Applications are due by Friday, January 10, at 11:59 pm.
All Upcoming Teen Events
View allThroughout the year, the Museum provides opportunities for New York City high school students to participate in free drop-in programs, where they have the chance to meet and learn from contemporary artists and other teens. Check out all upcoming teen events.
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Fri,
Dec 6Open Studio for Teens
4–6 pm
Open to teens
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Free Pop-Up Dance Classes With Ailey Extension
6 pm
Open to all ages
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Free 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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Free Pop-Up Dance Classes With Ailey Extension
6 pm
Open to all ages
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Fri,
Dec 20Free Friday Nights Artmaking
5:30–9:30 pm
Open to all ages
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Teen Event Archive
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2023
Free Coffee on the Whitney
Feb 17, 2023
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Whitney Teens x Artists
Jan 20, 2023
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2022
Teen Summit: Transforming the Future
Nov 19, 2022
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Open Studio for Teens
Select Fridays
4–6 pm -
HallowTeen Night
Oct 28, 2022
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Art Portfolio Development for Teens
Oct 7, 2022
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Open Studio for Teens:
2022 BiennialJuly 29, 2022
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Open Studio for Teens:
At the Dawn of a New AgeJuly 15, 2022
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Biennial Queer Teen Night:
For LGBTQ+ Youth and AlliesJune 10, 2022
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Open Studio for Teens:
2022 BiennialMay 13, 2022
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Open Studio for Teens:
A Gathering of TribesApr 29, 2022
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Immigrant Justice Night
Apr 28, 2022
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Open Studio for Teens:
Inspired by Alexander CalderApr 8, 2022
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Open Studio for Teens:
Inspired by Georgia O’KeeffeApr 1, 2022
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Open Studio for Teens:
Inspired by David HammonsMar 25, 2022
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Open Studio for Teens:
Sewing Circle with Marie WattMar 11, 2022
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2021
Labyrinth Teen EventDec 10, 2021
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Open Studio for Teens:
Inspired by Jasper JohnsDec 3, 2021
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Open Studio for Teens:
Self-Portraits Inspired by Jennifer Packer, Part 2Nov 19, 2021
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Open Studio for Teens:
Self-Portraits Inspired by Jennifer Packer, Part 1Nov 12, 2021
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Halloween Kitchen Lithography inspired by Jasper Johns: Mind/Mirror
Oct 29, 2021
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Open Studio for Teens:
Still Life Drawing Inspired by Charles LeDrayOct 15, 2021
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Art College Night
Oct 1, 2021
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Open Studio for Teens:
Inspired by Charles Henry AlstonJuly 30, 2021
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Open Studio for Teens:
Inspired by Claes OldenburgJuly 23, 2021
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Open Studio for Teens:
Inspired by Dawoud BeyJuly 16, 2021
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Open Studio for Teens:
Inspired by Julie MehretuJuly 9, 2021
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Whitney Teens x Artists:
Dawoud BeyJune 16, 2021
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Open Studio for Teens:
Rosalyn DrexlerJune 4, 2021
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Open Studio for Teens:
Charles Henry AlstonMay 21, 2021