Join us for artmaking, workshops, and activities inspired by our newest exhibitions! Move with Urbanity Dance in an all-ages workshop that explores creative movement. Create your own universe that reflects the concentric form of The Last Transmission, the central artwork in Tau Lewis: Spirit Level. Relax while being surrounded by art with story time in the galleries. Reserve free admission tickets online in advance*. All activities are drop-in, first come first served, space is limited.

*On Saturday, October 26, museum admission is FREE for families when accompanied by kids ages 12 and under, with up to 2 adults per family. Tickets must be reserved online in advance. Use the code PLAYDATE when reserving your ticket(s). Advance tickets are strongly recommended; day-of tickets are not guaranteed.

Please note, as a contemporary art museum, the ICA serves as a forum for a broad range of ideas and perspectives. The exhibitions on view in our galleries rotate regularly, and at times artworks may address difficult topics, evoke strong emotions, or contain mature content. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to familyprograms@icaboston.org.

Infinite Universes in the Art Lab | 10 AM–3 PM

1st Floor, Bank of America Art Lab

Create your own universe inspired by the circular, repeating motifs of The Last Transmission by Tau Lewis. Using paper fasteners and decorative materials, layer the levels of your universe to make them rotate around each other, revealing and concealing different designs as you cycle through. Artmaking is drop-in on a first come first served basis, space is limited.

Dance Workshops with Urbanity Dance | Timing TBA

2nd Floor, Theater

Join a teacher from Urbanity Dance in a workshop for all ages! Play through experimentation with movement! Play with perspective, form, and creative collaboration in a group workshop for all ages. Participation is on a first come, first served basis, space is limited.

Books and Looks | 11:30 AM + 12:30 PM

4th Floor, Galleries

Join our staff for a guided reading of family-friendly storybooks! Find a new story or revisit an old favorite, all while surrounded by exciting works of art.  

About the Artists

Urbanity Dance

Urbanity Dance is a nonprofit arts organization that exists to inspire, engage, and empower individuals and communities through the art of dance and movement. Founded by Director Betsi Graves, Urbanity Dance was created in 2011 in the spirit of three goals: 1) to propel contemporary dance to the forefront of Boston’s cultural landscape; 2) to serve an unmet demand for affordable and accessible dance training; and 3) to leverage dance as a tool to foster bodily autonomy and creativity in local schools and community spaces. Through three interconnected pillars of Company, School, and Community, the organization offers a resilient, powerful community platform that builds synergy, investment, and connection.

Free Admission for Youth

Youth 18 and under always receive FREE museum admission. The ICA is committed to providing access to the art and artists of our time—and we do this with the incredible support of our community. Explore the +1 Membership: a free ICA membership program for youth 0-18.

Questions? Reach out to us at familyprograms@icaboston.org.