It’s tinker time! Explore art through the eyes of a builder with sensory-friendly gallery activities, invent something unexpected, and create something great with special guests from the community as we learn about artists who build, plan, and engineer their art.

Sensory Explorations is a free event for families with children of all ages who are on the autism spectrum. Families can connect with artworks in the galleries, play and learn with special guests, and get creative with hands-on art-making experiences. While the needs of individuals with autism are the focus of this event, it is also intended to be fun for parents, siblings (of all ages), and other friends and relatives!

Schedule

• Play with LEGO and DUPLO at a pop-up building station hosted by our friends at Rogue Brick Lounge.
• Meet with Fort Worth Museum of Science and History for a fun STEAM activity.
• Experiment with balance and create a kinetic sculpture using wood, wire, and other found materials.
• Visit sensory stations in the galleries and learn about twirling flowers, mending fences, and building with blocks inspired by Carter artists James Surls, Louise Nevelson, and Frederic Remington.
• Help us test our new communication boards, designed to help nonspeaking visitors explore and communicate with friends and family in the galleries.
• Learn about Museum rules and parking before you visit.

American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation may be provided during this event upon advance request. Please send us an email for more information.

Questions? Email or call 817.989.5013.