Family Programs

The High offers multiple weekly drop in art-making programs for families, as well as a variety of special family programs throughout the year. Most programs are free with Museum admission, and children under six years of age always receive free admission. Scroll below for a listing of weekly and special programs.

Weekend Family Tours: On Saturdays and Sundays, the museum offers free family tours of the permanent collection that leave from the Greene Family Learning Gallery at 2 p.m.

Second Sundays Family Performances: The Albany Freedom Singers
Sunday, June 8, 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Robinson Atrium, Stent Family Wing
Free with Museum admission and free for members

Experience a variety of cultures and artistic traditions together during Family Fun Sundays at the High, every second Sunday of the month. Take in a musical, dance or theatrical performance; listen up for story time; or watch an artist at work. It’s artful fun for the whole family – make sure to get in on the action. Performances will take place every month through September 2008.

Target Free Family Fun Day: Fabulous Fathers—Celebrating Everyday Dads and History’s Heroes
Sunday, June 15, 12 noon to 5 p.m.
Free entry is on a first-come, first-served basis

Invite your dad to visit the High for a fun filled day with his favorite person – you! Collage a beautiful card to document this special day and tell your dad just how much you love him. Be sure to visit the Road to Freedom and After 1968 exhibitions and learn about heroes whose dreams have made a big difference then create a portrait of someone who is a hero to you. Relax together on the piazza and enjoy a variety of Atlanta voices performing gospel music, freedom songs, and more.

Toddler Thursdays
Ongoing, Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Greene Family Education Center
Free with Museum admission and for members

Experience this popular pre-school art education program! Bring your child to look at works of art and create a masterpiece to take home. Drop by any time and stay as long as you like. A treat for parents and toddlers! No registration required.

Saturday Studio
Saturdays, 1 to 4 p.m.
Greene Family Education Center
Free with Museum admission and for members

With activities ranging from three-dimensional sculptures to figural collages, your family is sure to have an enriching hands-on art making experience! Saturday Studio is offered every Saturday.

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Family Guides

The High offers families three Family Guides for exploring the museum's collection on their own—Taking a Look at Architecture, Taking a Look at Decorative Art, and Taking a Look at American Art. These guides offer fun interactive activities alongside insight into specific works of art.

Family Guides are free and available in the Greene Family Learning Gallery.