Celebrate nature and art with the moms in your life! Enjoy a Baby Rave (the ultimate morning dance party for kiddos and their families), conversations with a native plant expert, environment-inspired art activities, Mom and Me yoga, watercoloring in the park, a talk about the creation of the Olympic Sculpture Park with Michelle Arab and Bobby McCullough, and a member-exclusive tour of the park with Bobby.
10 am–noon | Baby Rave with Kandi, Wand, and Glow Bar*
DJ Groove Gardener and his hype ensemble are firing up beats and bops for the whole family to strut their stuff to! Woodland meadows meet colorful lights and bubbles everywhere. Dancing dreams come true for our little ravers with a Kandi, Wand, and Glow Bar designed by artist, Claudia Villallobos.
RSVP to reserve your free spots. Walk-ins are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis.
10 am–2 pm
Plant Chats with Washington Native Plant Society
Visit the WA Native Plant Society booth to learn about nature in the Pacific Northwest and how to nurture your local environment. Show your membership card to receive a complimentary pack of native seeds!
Member-exclusive Peet Pot Painting with the WA Native Plant Society
SAM members can visit the art lounge to decorate their very own peet pots with a local native plant expert. Show your member card for entry.
Watercolor En Plein Air
Check out a portable watercoloring kit to paint your favorite spot in the park.
Self-guided Family Park Adventure
Take your park exploration to a new level with this fun park adventure guide.
Food and drinks
Food and beverages will be available for purchase from Lil J's SuperDawgs food truck. Members, show your member card to receive a discount!
12–12:30 pm | Mom & Me Yoga
Roll out your yoga mats and stretch with gentle, playful movement led by Take Care Yoga.
1–2 pm | Public Tour: Discover the Olympic Sculpture Park
2–3 pm | SAM Talks: Raising a Park
Michelle Arab and Bobby McCullough share their reflections on the park's evolution from its earliest vision to the vibrant community space it is today. Tickets are $15 for the public and $10 for SAM Members.
3:15–4 pm | Member-exclusive tour of Olympic Sculpture Park
SAM members and their guests can join Bobby after the talk for a deeper look at the park's horticulture.
If you plan on joining Baby Rave or SAM Talks: Raising a Park, be sure to get tickets. If you plan on coming only to attend the rest of the fun, no need to RSVP!
*Accessibility
Sound levels will be a maximum of 85 decibels. A limited supply of ear protection will be provided upon request, and guests are encouraged to bring their own for comfort. Contact familyprograms@seattleartmuseum.org with any questions or accommodation requests.