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Visiting the MoMA with Kids

Have a great time at the MoMA with Your Kids!

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MoMA Tours For Fours

Four-year-old visitors discuss Picasso's The Three Musicians with a MoMA Educator during a session of Tours for Fours, part of the free Ford Family Programs at MoMA. Photo: Robin Holland.

"The Three Musicians" (1921) © 2008 Estate of Pablo Picasso / Artists Rights Society, New York
The MoMA might not be the first museum you think of visiting with your children, but think again -- the MoMA staff have put together an amazing array of resources to make visiting the MoMA with your kids a pleasant and rewarding experience.
    At The Museum:
  • Stop by the 2nd Floor Education and Family Information Desk for advice, as well as to pick up the free Family Activity Guides, Family Visit brochures, and the Family Programs schedule.
    Audio Tours:
  • Modern Kids - This audio tour is fun and engaging and guides kids (and adults!) through exploring a many highlights of the MoMA's collection
  • MoMA Teen Audio - This dynamic audio guide was created for teens, by teens and promises to keep teens interested.
    Family Programs:
  • The MoMA offers a variety of programs for kids as young as four and their families. Admission is free for up to two adults and three children per group.

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