See More Children's Museum of the Arts 10/5/23 Interviews "Art is a way of speaking your mind when words can’t be found." Artist Isis Avila on finding her path to becoming an artist through her career as an attorney. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ NEXT IN ​ ​ ​ ​

7/12/23 Kids Art 3 Musical Moments from CMA's Permanent Collection of Children's Art ​ Click to expand media gallery. Unknown Untitled, circa 1938 Tempura on paper 23 x 17 inches Merri Giada Strumenti Musicali Age 6 Scuola dell'infanzia G. Lorenzin Lugugnana, Italy Deepti Kaul The Famous Raas Dance Age 12 Hermann Gmeiner School Faridabad, India NEXT Featuring Artwork from South Africa and New York 3 Lovely Lizards from CMA's Collection of Children's Art Donate Now

5/15/23 Reflections Food, Foliage, and Raven’s Eggs ​ Click to expand media gallery. Inspired by the recent warm weather and the stunning view of Little Island outside the classroom window, the artists at Open Studio at Pier 57 sculpted their favorite items — both real and imaginary — that grow out of the ground. Kids particularly enjoyed learning about color mixing as they blended clay together to create their own unique colors. In addition to food and foliage, kids stretched their imaginations to create solar systems, rocket ships, a pizza tree, and even a mysterious island housing hidden treasure. One artist even created a tree full of raven’s eggs. For her, “growing” meant raven babies that are born in the springtime. NEXT Featuring Artwork from South Africa and New York 3 Lovely Lizards from CMA's Collection of Children's Art Donate Now

See More Children's Museum of the Arts 11/24/21 Interviews Interviews Meet Artist in Residence Frank Traynor “With so many kids, there’s a lot of seeing things as they really are and also a lot of space for imagining what things can become." Interview by Heading 2 Heading 2 Heading 2 Heading 2 “With so many kids, there’s a lot of seeing things as they really are and also a lot of space for imagining what things can become." I'm a paragraph. Click here to add your own text and edit me. It's easy. I'm a paragraph. Click here to add your own text and edit me. It's easy. Next up in Interviews Meet Artist in Residence Ciana Malchione Meet Artist in Residence Ciana Malchione ​ ​ ​

See More Children's Museum of the Arts 2/29/24 Studio Visit In the Studio with Maria D. Rapicavoli CMA Resident Artist Maria D. Rapicavoli discusses her affinity for construction tools, her upbringing in Sicily, and sketching turtles. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ NEXT IN ​ ​ ​ ​

Open Studio at Pier 57: Digital Art Workshop with Superchief Gallery NFT [July 24] Free Community Artmaking Monday, July 24, 2023 3 PM to 5 PM Pier 57 Pier 57, 11th Avenue, New York, NY, USA Media Inquiries: adam@culturalcounsel.com RSVP Superchief Gallery NFT joins Children's Museum of the Arts for a free digital art workshop during Open Studio at Pier 57. L earn all about emerging art technologies — including NFTs, Web3, and avatar design — from the world's foremost digital art experts. Guest artist and internet celebrity Elise Swopes will show young artists how to create and showcase their own digital artworks using the Urban Jungle app for iPad. T his program is recommended for ages 7-14. A bout Elise Swopes As one of the original iPhone artists, Elise Swopes learned to connect with a worldwide audience of millions by melding art with a message. Since then, the Brooklyn-based digital artist has worked on countless campaigns showcasing her surreal cityscapes and colorful style. She’s recognized as a creator driving culture and a leader in the crypto field by RollingStone, NFT Now 100, Afrotech, and through her top-selling artwork and tireless support of other creators through Sunrise Art Club, a community and agency dedicated to women of color in Web3 and Night On The Yard, an NFT project dedicated to ending the hidden impact of incarceration. A bout Superchief Gallery NFT S uperchief Gallery was founded in 2012 by Edward Zipco and Bill Dunleavy. In 2021, Superchief Gallery NFT opened its doors in New York City, establishing itself as the World's First Physical / IRL NFT Gallery. Since opening, Superchief Gallery NFT has worked with Christie’s Auction House on their first ever CryptoPunk Auction, produced the first ever IRL NFT events for Opensea, MakersPlace, Foundation, UNICEF, The United Nations, The Ukraine, NFTLA, NFTKOREA, and many more. Designed for BIPOC in underserved communities, Superchief Gallery NFT's education programming provides the tools and support to underserved communities as we build an equal, democratized, and decentralized future. Children's Museum of the Arts' Open Studio at Pier 57 is generously supported by the Horace W. Goldsmith Foundation, Cornelia T. Bailey Foundation, Ruth Foundation for the Arts, William Talbott Hillman Foundation, First Republic Bank, The LeRoy Neiman and Janet Byrne Neiman Foundation, Milton and Sally Avery Arts Foundation, Google Community Grants Fund, Amazon, Bloomberg Philanthropies, Harriet Ames Charitable Trust, The Cowles Charitable Trust, Hammitt, and the Viniar Family Foundation. Additional support is provided, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council and by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. Donate Now

See More Children's Museum of the Arts 2/3/22 Fun Facts Kids Art 6 Fun Facts About Hudson Square Did you know that our neighborhood was home to a 9-story candy factory? Photo Credit: Andrea Mohin / The New York Times It’s the season of love and we couldn’t think of a better person to celebrate it with than … you! We’re teaming up with Hudson Square Business Improvement District to share the love for our New York City community with families near and far. All week long, participate in Valentine-inspired art projects to show affection for the friends, coworkers, neighbors, educators, and pets that bring joy to our lives. Get inspired with these six fun facts about our beloved NYC neighborhood, Hudson Square. 1. 315 Hudson Street used to be a 9-story candy factory. The most famous candy created within its wall was Jujyfruits, created in 1920. The building’s latest occupant? Google. 2. A mansion called Richmond Hill once stood on the corner of Charlton and Varick Streets. It is most notably known as the former home to Aaron Burr, the vice presidential home to John and Abigail Adams, and site of the Richmond Hill Theater. And that’s not all — Richmond Hill served as George Washington’s headquarters when he defended New York City against the British. 3. Spring Street gets its name from a natural well which once flowed through the area. 4. Hudson Square was the former printing district of New York with over 1,000 print shops! By the 1960s, printers began to leave the area due to the decline of printing in the city and increase in rent prices. Coincidentally, Hudson Square is now home to numerous digital news outlets, such as New York Magazine and Gothamist. 5. Hudson Square was home to the first African-American newspaper. In 1827, The Freedom’s Journal provided critical information on current events and contained editorials declaiming slavery and other injustices. The neighborhood also served as a stronghold for the abolitionist movement and was host to many African-American-owned businesses and property. 6. The Holland Tunnel opened for business in 1927 and was dubbed the world’s longest underwater tunnel. In 1927, the toll was 50 cents. In 2022, the toll is $13.75! ​ ​ ​ ​ NEXT IN Fun Facts 5 Facts About No School 5 Facts About No School ​ ​ ​

Open Studio: Personal Monuments [August 10] Free Community Artmaking Thursday, August 10, 2023 3 PM to 5 PM Pier 57 Pier 57, 11th Avenue, New York, NY, USA Media Inquiries: adam@culturalcounsel.com RSVP Kids will take inspiration from two beloved NYC sculptures dedicated to prominent figures in both literature and life — Allison Saar 's Swing Low memorial of Harriet Tubman and Jose de Creeft 's Alice in Wonderland sculpture in Central Park. They’ll use recycled materials to create a monument of someone or something they admire. About Open Studio at Pier 57 Taking place Mondays and Thursdays, Open Studio at Pier 57 invites children to explore hands-on projects across a wide range of artistic disciplines. Specially designed for children on the Autism Spectrum but welcoming to all, each Inclusives session is multisensory focused. Participants will explore art materials (such as clay, paper, or textiles) at their own pace alongside movement breaks and ample time for storytelling and social interaction. What To Expect Sessions are led by CMA Artist Instructors Emma Waldman and JT Baldassarre and are inspired by historic and contemporary New York City art and artists. The program’s curriculum is rooted in accessible artmaking practices and Children’s Museum of the Arts’ pedagogy of Look, Make, Share. Take a peek at one of our virtual Inclusives lessons, catered to children with Autism, that families can try at home: here ! While caregivers are welcome to stay with their children, families are encouraged to enjoy the extraordinary setting of Pier 57 in the adjacent Family Living Room for the duration of the session. Children's Museum of the Arts' Open Studio at Pier 57 is generously supported by the Horace W. Goldsmith Foundation, Cornelia T. Bailey Foundation, Ruth Foundation for the Arts, William Talbott Hillman Foundation, First Republic Bank, The LeRoy Neiman and Janet Byrne Neiman Foundation, Milton and Sally Avery Arts Foundation, Google Community Grants Fund, Amazon, Bloomberg Philanthropies, Harriet Ames Charitable Trust, The Cowles Charitable Trust, Hammitt, and the Viniar Family Foundation. Donate Now

Miriam Jovanovic Artist Instructor, Partnerships Children's Museum of the Arts ​ Miriam Jovanovic (she/her) is an artist and educator from Astoria, Queens. Having attended the Frank Sinatra High School of the Arts, Miriam developed an interest in oil painting, sculptural art, and art therapy. Since then, Miriam has explored other mediums, including jewelry making, 2D and 3D animation, and prop fabrication. She is a proud proponent of public schools, having received a Bachelor's degree in Human Geography from CUNY Hunter College and a Masters of Public Health from CUNY Graduate School of Public Health. Her academic study has reinforced her belief in the importance of artistic expression for a child's self-confidence and healthy development. With over six years of experience teaching youth, including as a substitute teacher, Miriam has worked with children and teens in all five boroughs of NYC. She remains dedicated to bringing artistic activities to young people as a means of expression and creative outlets to promote authentic, healthy living. Donate Now Since 1988

Emma Waldman Inclusive Programming Specialist Children's Museum of the Arts ​ Emma Waldman is an artist and educator who is passionate about encouraging the creativity in us all through mixed-media experimentation and exploration, which further develops self-expression and interdisciplinary growth. She is an oil painter who uses mixed-media materials such as newspaper, fabric and wax to create intuitive, energetic action sculptural-paintings. Emma has a B.A. with Honors in both Studio Art and Psychology from Skidmore College. Emma has worked, and continues to work, as a Museum and Art Educator for various museums, schools, and organizations throughout New York City, including District 75 schools. Donate Now Since 1988