Family Day:Fabricating American Perspectives
Family Day: Fabricating American Perspectives was a multidisciplinary event that used craft and fiber arts to engage new and returning families to the museum.
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Portland Museum of Art
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Portland, ME
About
The Portland Museum of Art offered dynamic, hands-on activities that enabled visitors of all ages to learn more about the art on view and its history. The interactive, family-friendly activities had a special emphasis on textile and fiber arts – a relevant connection to the exhibition and a rarely explored art form in the museum’s traditional programming. These activities were created by local BIPOC artists and included quiltmaking, custom printed fabric design, poetry writing, guided tours, and film screenings.
Photos Courtesy of the Portland Museum of Art
Photos Courtesy of the Portland Museum of Art
Photos Courtesy of the Portland Museum of Art
Intended Outcome
To provide dedicated programming with multiple engagement methods for community families
Actual Outcome
Family Day was incredibly successful with a turnout of over 150 families, many expressing excitement and enthusiasm for the day’s offerings.
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Consider providing free admission for family days to reduce access barriers.
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