From self-guided activities to facilitated programs and events, opportunities abound to find inspiration and connection with art, yourself, and others.

Community Programs

A man and a young girl are sitting at a table doing arts and crafts, with colored papers, markers, and scissors scattered on the table. Next to them, another man and a woman are also engaged in similar activities. The room has bright green walls with artwork displayed.

KIDS & FAMILIES

Grab a set of Art Cards with ideas to make your visit easy and fun, stop by Art Works: A Place for Curiosity for hands-on fun, sign up for a studio class, or enjoy creative family time at a special event. Young visitors can be a Museum Hero by wearing a wristband (available at the Welcome Desk) to show they are ready to protect the art.

Art-tastic Saturdays
First Saturdays of the month are for art fun! Stop by from 11 am to 2 pm for gallery activities, special presentations, and creative exploration designed for all ages.

Art Works

Teens

Looking for an inspiring place to hang out and have fun? Find your favorite spot to sketch in the galleries or make new friends in a studio program or at an event. Click below for information about The Joslyn’s arts mentoring program for teens.

Kent Bellows Mentoring Program

A man holding a cello stands next to a woman holding an oboe. They are posing in front of a textured, blue-green wall. The man has long blond hair and wears a red shirt. The woman has dark hair tied back and wears a black jacket and pants.

Adults

Find fresh ways to experience The Joslyn that will stretch your intellect and imagination, offer peace, or provide some sizzle.

Bel Canto Duo—A Live Performance of Four Cather Tableaux
Wed, Jan 15, 6–7:30 pm
As part of our Week of Willa Cather series, looping artist and cellist David Downing and oboist Darci Gamerl present an immersive musical experience. The evocative suite brings together Cather’s text with imagery of the Great Plains. Ticketed event in Abbott Hall; space is limited. Learn more and register here.

Nights at The Joslyn
Thursday evenings are for art immersion! Once a month, come out from 5 pm to 8 pm for gallery talks, live music, art making, special programs, and tasty food and drink (for purchase).

Public Tours
Join our Gallery Volunteers for a lively conversation that will engage the senses and build visual literacy skills. At the conclusion of the one-hour experience, participants will receive resources for ways to keep looking and learning at The Joslyn. Drop-in program; no registration required.

Groups Visits
Interested in coming to The Joslyn with a group of twelve or more adults? Plan ahead and book a self-guided visit or a guided tour. Four weeks notice required.

Learn About Group Visits

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

The Joslyn collaborates with individuals and organizations throughout the metro to generate meaningful art experiences, together. Have an idea for a partnership? Please tell us about it.