Wellin Kids is a hands-on art program for families and children organized by the Wellin Museum of Art at Hamilton College. Wellin Kids programs draw inspiration from original works of art and provide an opportunity to experiment. In each program, children will learn about an artist, practice thinking and talking about art, and create an art project.

Admission is free. This interactive program is intended for children with their parents/caregivers. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. 

Wellin Kids programs are led by Wellin Museum docents in collaboration with the museum's education staff. The Wellin's docents are Hamilton College students with an interest in art and teaching who act as educational guides through the museum's exhibitions and collections. 

Wellin Kids events may be photographed for archival and promotional purposes. If you and/or your child would prefer not to be photographed, please visit the Greeter Desk when you arrive, and we will be sure to honor your request.

Wellin Kids Schedule

2:00–3:00 and 3:30–4:30 P.M.
The first hour (2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.) is recommended for children in Kindergarten through 2nd grade and the second hour (3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.) is recommended for children in 3rd through 5th grade. Visitors must sign in and leave the museum between sessions to allow us to reset the program. Due to limited space, children may only attend one session per date. For families with children in both age ranges, feel free to choose the time frame that works best for your family.

Saturday, September 14: Ice Cream and Chalk Party
Celebrate back-to-school at the Wellin with our Ice Cream and Chalk Party! This event will take place outdoors. In the case of inclement weather, an alternate activity will be offered indoors.

Saturday, October 12: Animal Silhouettes
This week, we will create black and white animal silhouettes inspired by Zana Briski's Bearogram #10, New York. 

Saturday, November 9: Wildlife Stained Glass Watercolors 
This week, we will create watercolor paintings inspired by stained glass art in the Wellin's collection and Dorothy Shakepear's watercolor mural entitled Menagerie.

Saturday, December 7: Thumbprint Critters
This week, we will create stamped ink collages inspired by Patricia Potter's Memory Sketch of a Circus, before 1925.
 

Photo by Janelle Rodriguez