Yale Center for British Art

	There is always something for every member of the family at the Yale Center for British Art. Children can explore the museum’s collections with specially designed self-guided tours available at the Information Desk. The Center also offers performances and workshops for children and their parents throughout the year. Whether it is an interactive concert‚ craft activities‚ or a theatrical performance‚ the whole family will learn about art and history in new and creative ways.
Register for Summer 09 Programs: Registration for YCBA’s summer programs has closed. Those who have been admitted to summer programs will be contacted no later than May 18th, 2009 at which point a $10 deposit will be due within one week. If you were unable to register and would like to be added to our waiting list, please contact Amy Gelbach at 432-2858 or amy.gelbach@yale.edu. Animating Art 1 Monday, June 29 - Thursday, July 2, 10 am–3:30 pm (beginning session for children ages 9–11) This children’s program teaches the art of animation, including story-boarding, flipbooks, and sequencing. Level I participants will explore a particular theme illustrated by works from the permanent collection. The final project will be a short animated film featuring all participants’ work, to be screened in the Center’s Lecture Hall in the fall. Each child will receive a copy of the finished film. Taught by Kathleen O’Mara of Minerva Stage. Free with $10 registration refunded the first day of class. Space is limited. To register, beginning May 5, please go to the families and children Web page under programs. Animating Art 2 Monday, July 6 - Friday, July 10, 10 am–3 pm (advanced session for children ages 10–13) This children’s program teaches the art of animation, including story-boarding, flipbooks, and sequencing. Level II participants will choose a theme based on works from the Center’s special exhibitions. The final project will be a short animated film featuring all participants’ work, to be screened in the Center’s Lecture Hall in the fall. Each child will receive a copy of the finished film. Taught by Kathleen O’Mara of Minerva Stage. Free with $10 registration refunded the first day of class. Space is limited. Participants may register for one session only. Register online beginning on May 5, 2009, at ycba.yale.edu/education. For more information, call 203 432 2858. Take pArt Monday, July 20 - Friday, July 24, 10 am–3 pm Combining morning gallery and art activities with afternoon movement/dance and theater, this program will conclude with a performance by participants. For children ages 7–10. Free with $10 registration deposit refunded the first day of class. Space is limited. Register online beginning on May 5, 2009, at ycba.yale.edu/education. For more information, call 203 432 2858.

	DECEMBER
	6 SUNDAY 1 pm Family Day: Two Museums, Twice the Fun Families are invited to explore the Yale Center for British Art and the Yale University Art Gallery. The afternoon will include fun for everyone with tours, activities, and storytelling in the galleries for children ages 410. Enjoy the collections and learn more about the art right here in New Haven. Free and open to the public, no registration required.