Family Resources
Discover Your Own
There are many ways to explore art, nature, and people in the Museum galleries and at home. Find some of our favorite resources for families below.
NCMA To Go Activity Kits
Get creative and inspired by NCMA art and artists at home. Activity kits contain materials plus written instructions in English and Spanish for a complete hands-on project. Find some of our favorite past projects here.
Papyrus
Geometric Sculptures
Colors of Kente
Night Views
Seascapes
Stain, Splash, Spread
Metallic Textures
Fabric Flags
Patterned Pottery
Clay Claws and Paws
Paint Collage
Silhouette in Silver
Self-Guided Tours
Unsure of where to start when looking at art at the Museum? Get a taste of the People’s Collection with a self-guided tour. These themed tours highlight works of art, artists and creators, and details worth noticing in the galleries.
Scavenger Hunts
Enjoy special themed scavenger hunts that test your sleuthing skills in the Museum galleries and Museum Park. Hunts are designed for all ages and are available in English and Spanish.
Coloring Pages
Put your own spin on some of the Museum’s favorite works of art! Download these coloring pages for hours of family fun.
- Statue of Bacchus
- Lines That Link Humanity by El Anatsui
- The Garden Parasol by Frederick Carl Frieseke
- Gyre by Thomas Sayre
- LIGHT OF LIFE by Yayoi Kusama
- Three Graces: Les Trois Femmes Noires by Mickalene Thomas