Activist New York Special Programs
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Visit the exhibition Activist New York to discover how New Yorkers have fought for freedom and equality over the past 350 years. After learning about the different activists movements in our city, and activists such as Milton Galamison, Ella Baker, and Bayard Rustin, create your own protest button (July 22) or poster (July 24) for an issue that you wish to see improve.
Family programs are free with Museum admission and for Members, and geared toward families with children ages 6–12 years old. Activities are designed for adults and children to complete together.
Registration suggested, but not required.
Supporters
Education programs in conjunction with Activist New Yorkare made possible by The Puffin Foundation, Ltd.
Family and Community Engagement Programs are made possible in part by the Margaret S. Ogden and Stephen A. Ogden Memorial Fund, Milton and Sally Avery Arts Foundation, Sy Syms Foundation, and the Frank J. Antun Foundation.
The Frederick A.O. Schwarz Education Center is endowed by grants from The Thompson Family Foundation Fund, the F.A.O. Schwarz Family Foundation, the William Randolph Hearst Endowment, and other generous donors.
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