Take a look at the Getty Family Programming website, where you can always find current and upcoming family programs at both Getty locations.
Thracian Animal Medallion: Family Workshop
Saturday, December 7 and 14, 2024, at 11 am
Saturday, January 11 and 18, 2025, at 11 am
The Getty Villa
Make your own animal medallion inspired by real and mythological creatures of ancient Thrace. Discover metalsmithing techniques like repoussé and chasing (the art of making impressions in metal) in this free drop-in workshop. This program complements the exhibition Ancient Thrace and the Classical World: Treasures from Bulgaria, Romania, and Greece.
Artist-at-Work: Ancient Arms and Armor
Saturday, December 7 and 14, 2024, at 11 am
The Getty Villa
Join master blacksmith Tony Swatton as he demonstrates materials and techniques used in making arms and armor of ancient Thrace, from basic metal shaping to fine surface decoration. This is a free, drop-in program and complements the exhibition Ancient Thrace and the Classical World: Treasures from Bulgaria, Romania, and Greece.
Cosmic Connections: Family Workshop
Sunday, December 8 and 15, 2024, at 11 am
The Getty Center
In the Middle Ages, scientists calculated the position of the stars and planets using tools like volvelles (wheel charts) and mechanical astrolabes. Learn more about these fascinating instruments and create a volvelle to discover your medieval zodiac sign, related planet, constellation, and more. This free, drop-in program complements two of Getty's PST ART exhibitions—Rising Signs: The Medieval Science of Astrology and Lumen: The Art and Science of Light.
The Art and Science of Falconry
Sunday, December 8 and 15, 2024, at 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm
The Getty Center
Learn about the history and practice of hawking and falconry, one of medieval nobility’s favorite pastimes, and meet live birds of prey. Tallon Knight, a master falconer for 30 years, shares stories of these remarkable birds along with other educators from Falcons’ Court. Presentations are followed by meet and greet with birds.
Rainbow Vision: Family Workshop
Sunday, January 12 and 26, 2025 at 11am
Sunday, February 2 and 23, 2025 at 11am
The Getty Center
Make a spectroscope and bend white light into the seven different colors of the rainbow while exploring the art and science of prisms, light diffraction, and the visible color spectrum.
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