Join us for an exploration of the current exhibition, Somewhere to Roost.

Featuring over 60 works including paintings, textiles, photographs, and sculptures, Somewhere to Roost explores the ways that artists evoke and construct ideas of “home.” The exhibition’s title is drawn from an artwork by Thornton Dial, Sr. (1928–2016), “Birds Got to Have Somewhere to Roost,” which will be among the works on view. Reflecting on this statement, the exhibition explores the importance of rest, comfort, and safety, while considering the poetic and unspecified nature of the word “somewhere.” 

After guided conversation, participants will create collaborative assemblages inspired by the materials they find in the Museum.

Families and Folk Art introduces children ages 4 to 12 and their accompanying adults to folk art through interactive discussion followed by hands-on artmaking activities inspired by objects in the museum. For more information or to register: 212. 265. 1040, ext. 381, or familyprograms@folkartmuseum.org. 

Families and Folk Art is supported by the estate of Marlene Gordon.

Image: Thornton Dial Sr., Birds Got to Have Somewhere to Roost, Alabama, United States, c. 2012. Wood, carpet scraps, corrugated tin, burlap, nails, and enamel on wood, 61 1/4 × 48 × 10″. Gift of the Thornton Dial Family, 2013.6.1.Photo by Stephen Pitkin / Pitkin Studio © 2016 Estate of Thornton Dial.