Explore and Learn-Guide on major activities for kids in Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Metropolitan Museum of Art in the New York City or The Met has one of the world's largest collections of art. Promising artists and kids enjoy a visit to the Met because it provides a wide range of activities and family programs. These programs and activities aim to inculcate love for art and culture.

Following are some of the main attractions for kids in The Met:

1. The Egyptian Wing - All kids are mesmerized by mummies and tombs which hits the bull's eye every time with the children.

2. Children's Reading Room holds a panorama of books and DVD's for the kids to enjoy.

3. Museum's Family Greeters wearing red aprons can be spotted all around giving out information.

4. The Gift Shop is a hit both amongst the kids and parents because it of the enlightening books and toys collection.

5. The Public Cafeteria has a special children's menu and high chairs for the convenience of kids IN New York City.

Weekdays and Weekend Family Programs:

1. Start with Art: A fun schedule including storytelling, sketching etc for families with kids below 7 years on the weekdays and weekends.

2. Art Trek: A weekend program where families with kids between 5 and 12 years explore the world of art.

3. Look Again!: Kids up to the age of 12yrs can engage in sketching and talks on art and culture.

4. El Premier Contacto con el Arte: A Spanish language program for kids between 6 to 12 years.

5. Hello, Met! : In this program, new families get to know about the masterpieces through discussions and sketching methods.

Kids' Activities and Programs

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Summer Semesters provide an opportunity for non members to participate in art classes. Paid workshops for members and non-members are also organized during the duration of the entire semester. Individuals with disabilities can attend the weekend programs, gallery tours and workshops for free.

Summer Semesters and membership info

http://www.metmuseum.org/explore/museumkids.asp

The Met Family Circle, a membership group offers certain privileges for families with children, for an annual fee of $3500.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is indeed an excellent platform for kids to learn about art and culture through various fun activities. So visit the museum today and get your child enrolled into these programs!