For Kids & Families
February School Vacation Week
Native American Artists: New England!
Included with museum admission
Monday, February 20, 2012 to Friday, February 24, 2012 from 10am - 5pm
Location: Peabody Essex Museum
Join us during school vacation week as we celebrate Native American artists from New England. Watch artists at work, take a family tour of Shapeshifting: Transformations in Native American Art and make art of your own!
Daily Activities
DROP-IN ART
11 am–3 pm | Atrium | For families
FAMILY GALLERY EXPLORATION
Shapeshifting: Transformations in Native American Art
11:30 am–noon | Atrium | For families with children ages 5 and up
Tickets available at admissions desk on day of program
A hands-on exploration designed just for families.
Monday, February 20
ARTIST DEMONSTRATION
Woven Quillwork
11 am–3:30 pm |Atrium
Aquinna Wampanoag artist Elizabeth James-Perry demonstrates the intricate art of woven quillwork. See how she transforms porcupine quills into works of art.
PERFORMANCES
Drumming
Noon–12:30 pm and 2–2:30 pm |Atrium
Jonathan Perry (Aquinnah Wampanoag) performs at PEM followed by a Q&A.
Tuesday, February 21
ARTIST DEMONSTRATION
Woven Quillwork
11 am–3:30 pm |Atrium
See Monday listing
Wednesday, February 22
PEM PALS
10:30 am | For children ages 5 and under with adult
Meet at the information desk
A fun, interactive program designed for preschoolers and their caregivers. Made possible by Target and American Dental Partners.
Thursday, February 23
DROP-IN ART
11 am–3 pm | Atrium | For families
FAMILY GALLERY EXPLORATION
Shapeshifting: Transformations in Native American Art
11:30 am–noon | Atrium | For families with children ages 5 and up
Tickets available at admissions desk on day of program
A hands-on exploration designed just for families.
Friday, February 24
PERFORMANCES
Exploring Wampanoag Culture
11 am and 2 pm |Atrium
Annawon Weeden (Mashpee Wampanoag) shares stories, dance and music from his tribal culture.
