Enjoy the Spring Break Art Extravaganza at the Kimbell

The sun is shining, and the little darlings are out of school for an entire week. That’s right, it’s Spring Break in Fort Worth! It’s time to plan family-friendly activities and outings to enjoy quality time with your loved ones and create lasting memories together.

Rain or shine, Spring Break Art Extravaganza at the Kimbell Art Museum offers plenty of options for families with a wide range of free, drop-in activities inspired by artworks in the museum’s permanent collection.

This year’s four-day schedule features artist-led nature walks around the collection, family tours, story times, and rotating art activities including mixed-media sculpture, shibori tie-dyeing, and watercolor painting. On alternating days, guest artist Olivia Arratia will lead a cyanotype activity and Jessica Bond will offer screenprinting with her original designs. Kimbell staff are also excited to offer new “outdoor activity” baskets for families to enjoy in our beautiful green spaces.

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No reservations are required for this free program, but families are encouraged to stop by the Information Table when they arrive to sign up for tours and other activities with limited capacity.

A complete schedule for Tuesday–Friday, March 12–15 is online at kimbellart.org/springbreak.

Tanglewood Moms got the answers to your questions about what to expect for their spring break activities.

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Tanglewood Moms: Are there activities for children of all ages?
Kimbell Art Museum: Yes. All activities may be adapted for different ages and abilities.

TWM: Which activities are best for Grades K-2? and 3-5?
Kimbell: Our favorite options for the youngest kiddos include story times, watercolor painting, still-life drawing, outdoor activity baskets, and our Studio A play space. Slightly older children (grades 3–5) will also enjoy artist-led nature walks and gallery tours, shibori tie-dye, sculpting, and more!

TWM: Which activities are best for Middle and High school-aged kids?
Kimbell: Middle and high school students will appreciate the range of art making materials featured each day—and especially artist-led workshops such as screenprinting with Jessica Bond and cyanotypes with Olivia Arratia.

TWM: Where’s the best place to park to access the museum?
Kimbell: Free parking is available in our underground garage, in the open-air Kimbell East lot, in front of the Kahn Building and along Van Cliburn Way.

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TWM: Will you have food for purchase and/or food carts?
Kimbell: Lunch is available for purchase in the Kimbell Café from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday–Thursday and noon–2 p.m. Friday. MELT Ice Cream will be available for purchase on Thursday from 1 to 3 and Friday from 1 to 4.

TWM: Can families pack a picnic to eat on the grounds?
Kimbell: Yes—and check out one of our outdoor activity baskets to extend the fun with some action-packed games perfect for our green spaces. Please note that food or drinks, including water and baby bottles, and large bags, are not allowed in the galleries; a self-service parcel check area is available.

Spring break visitors can enjoy leisurely strolls through the gardens or relax in the outdoor seating areas while taking in the museum’s renowned architecture. Grab a bite to eat or a refreshing beverage in the Kimbell Café and browse through a selection of art books, prints, and unique items in the gift shop.

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To plan your visit to the Kimbell for Spring Break, access the full itinerary here: https://kimbellart.org/sites/default/files/2024-02/Spring%20Break%20Schedule%20English%20P10.pdf

Spring break is a great time to unwind, explore your surroundings, and engage in offline activities. When making your plan for the week the Kimbell Art Museum should not be missed!