Who said learning should come to a stop during Spring Break? Not me when places like the Kimbell gives us the opportunity to celebrate Spring Vacation time with the Kimbell. Exploring Artworks and Cultures from around the world! Flexible options for participation include Art. and making videos with guest artists, dual-language story times, gallery guides, and free art kits. No reservations required. Would you like to go with Charlie and me one day this week?
Art kit distribution hours:
Saturday, March 12
1–3 pm
Tuesday–Thursday, March 15–17
10 am–12 pm and 1–3 pm
Friday, March 18
noon–3 pm
Saturday, March 19
1–3 pm
Tuesday
Pictures and Pages / Fotos y Libros
Eyes That Kiss in the Corners, by Joanna Ho
What stories do your eyes tell? This story time celebrates family and finding beauty in our unique features.
Art Activity
How I See the World: Landscapes, with guest artist Lillian Young
Making art helps us to pay close attention to the world around us! Landscapes from Japan and France will inspire watercolor sketches of our favorite places.
Wednesday
Pictures and Pages
My Africa Vacation, by Ozi Okaro
What is your favorite vacation memory? Join siblings Arinze and Cheta for an exciting trip to famous places in Africa!
Art Activity
Chibinda’s Travels: Flipbook Art, with Rebecca Brand, studio and family programs coordinator
This flipbook drawing activity highlights the story of prince Chibinda Ilunga from central Africa, who is famous for his hunting skills and wise leadership.
Thursday
Pictures and Pages
Fatima’s Great Outdoors, by Ambreen Tariq
Ready for a camping adventure? Find out what Fatima learns during her family’s very first weekend campout.
Art Activity
Inspired by South Asia: Mandalas, with guest artist Monica Barrera
Explore beautiful colors, elaborate patterns, and radial symmetry in this creative activity inspired by a Tibetan mandala.
Friday
Pictures and Pages
Run, Little Chaski! An Inka Trail Adventure, by Mariana Llanos
High up in the mountains of Peru, Little Chaski has a big job! Will he deliver the message to the king in time, and who will he meet on the way?
Art Activity / Actividad de arte
Shape in Sculpture (Shapin’ Sculpture!), with guest artist Abbie Stellar
Check out how modern European artists Edvard Munch and Amedeo Modigliani experimented with abstracted shapes, then follow steps to create your own abstract clay sculpture.
Coloring Page / Página para colorear
Standing Dignitary
This figure from ancient Peru is dressed to impress! Do you recognize the animal shape in his patterned tunic? Add some of your favorite colors to complete the design.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
