Public Programs

Cooper Hewitt offers a free program for individuals with Alzheimer's or other dementias and their care partners to experience and discuss design objects and exhibitions in a small group. Led by museum educators, these dialogues provide a social environment for exploring design objects and stories and participate in hands-on learning experiences . View full event details here.

Join Christina L. De León, Associate Curator of Latino Design at Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum for an interactive storytelling workshop inspired by design processes and rich stories in Cooper Hewitt's collection of historic and contemporary design. View full event details here.

Join Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum and Verda Alexander of Studio O+A, the San Francisco-based design firm that won the 2016 National Design Award for Interior Design, for a hands-on workshop and studio tour. View full event details here.

Join us for a reception and lively conversation with 2019 National Design Award winners: Lisa Iwamoto, IwamotoScott Architecture (Interior Design Award) Susan Kare (Lifetime Achievement Award) Ivan Poupyrev (Interaction Award) Thursday, February 13, 2020 5:30-8:30 pm 5:30 p.m. Arrive early to engage with NDA winners in short interactive sessions 6:30 p.m. Reception 7:15 p.m. Panel... View full event details here.