Youth Art Connection (YAC)
Youth Art Connection (YAC) is a free, six session summer program for high school students interested in art and museum careers. YAC participants view and discuss artwork from the Museum’s current exhibitions, create art inspired by the collection, meet museum staff and go behind the scenes of the museum, and participate in field trips to other arts institutions.
*Please note that all 2025 YAC sessions will take place at the Museum’s administrative offices in Long Island City, Queens and at partner institutions across NYC.
All NYC high school students are eligible to apply, and preference will be given to students who live or attend school in Queens and graduating seniors. The deadline for applications is May 19, 2025. Students will be notified by June 6 of their acceptance or placement on the waiting list.
Sessions will take place between 1–4pm at the museum’s administrative offices in Long Island City, Queens, and at other NYC museum and gallery locations. Students will be provided with a schedule of activities after being accepted into the program. Snacks and metrocards will be provided. Masks are encouraged but not required.
2025 program dates*:
July 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31
*Should changes in schedule or program format occur due to unforeseen circumstances, students will be notified via email and text message by the instructor.
