Teen Programs at ICA Boston

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Featured Events

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Fri, Mar 14, 2025, 6–8 PM

The Current

The Teen Arts Council presents The Current, an event that will center creativity and raise awareness for caring for ourselves, our communities, and our climate. Details will be added as the date gets closer.

On View in the Teen Galleries

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Feb 9 – Dec 12, 2024

As You Are: Beauty and the Human Form

Please note that the galleries are closed Nov 26–28, 2024. As You Are explores the unique and evolving expressions of beauty in the human form through art made by ICA teen artists. While the concept of the… more

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Jul 19, 2024 – May 29, 2025

Chronicles from Castle Square

Please note that the galleries are closed Nov 26–28, 2024, as well as Dec 23, 2024–Jan 6, 2025. Chronicles from Castle Square is an exhibition of artwork by teens from the Change Creators program at Castle Square Tenants… more

Programs

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Hear from Artists

Be inspired by artists presenting in the galleries or on stage at the ICA, interviewed by Teen Arts Council members.

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Feb 8, 2024

Artist Interview with Igshaan Adams

ICA Teen Arts Council members Anja and Luke interview artist Igshaan Adams at the Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston. At the time of this interview, February of 2024, the ICA was presenting the exhibition Igshaan Adams. Captions available… more

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May 20, 2024

Artist Interview with Hew Locke

ICA Teen Arts Council members Adonis and Akilah interview artist Hew Locke at the ICA Watershed. At the time of this interview, May of 2024, the ICA was presenting the exhibition Hew Locke: The Procession. Captions available… more

Resources for Teens

Stay up to date with the latest offerings from and for ICA Teens. Learn about what we do and exciting opportunities in the future.

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About Us

Are you interested in how we work with teens? Take a look at the programs, events, and resources we offer with and for teens!

TUESDAY	10 AM – 5 PM
WEDNESDAY	10 AM – 5 PM
THURSDAY	10 AM – 9 PM
FRIDAY	10 AM – 9 PM
SATURDAY	10 AM – 5 PM
SUNDAY	10 AM – 5 PM