Design an accessory to keep you warm with Oklahoma-based metalsmith Charleen Weidell. Held during most school holidays, our intergenerational programs are facilitated by a museum educator. Join us for free design activities and gallery bingo on the Ground Floor, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Charleen is the Associate Dean of the College of Fine Arts and Design and Executive Director of Galleries and Collections at the University of Central Oklahoma. Her work in metal has been exhibited and collected on the international and national levels.

This event is part of New York City Jewelry Week.

NYC Jewelry Week is New York City’s first and only week dedicated to promoting the world of jewelry through educational and innovative NYC-focused programming. Its inaugural year of programming takes place from November 12-18, 2018. NYCJW features groundbreaking exhibitions, educational lectures, explorative workshops, exclusive tours, and unique collaborations with the best and brightest businesses, brands, individual jewelers, artists, and designers throughout NYC

WORKSHOP PROGRAM HOURS

Ongoing, 11 – 3 p.m.

Ground Floor, Lecture Room

GALLERY PROGRAM HOURS

Jonathan Kruk: Master Storyteller in the Galleries

Join master storyteller Jonathan Kruk in the Cooper Hewitt galleries to hear stories inspired by our permanent and special exhibitions. Participants will meet on the Ground Floor.

Session 1: 12:00 – 12:30

Session 2: 1:00 – 1:30

Session 3: 2:00 – 2:30

PROGRAM FAQ

CAN I BRING MY GROUP TO THE PROGRAM?

We are unable to accommodate groups.

CAN I LEAVE MY CHILD?

Caretakers must remain with their child for the duration of the program.

WHAT IS MY ROLE AS THE CAREGIVER IN THIS PROGRAM?

We require that caregivers actively participate in our workshops. Caregivers are responsible for helping their child with their individual projects and are expected to manage any behavioral challenges that might be disruptive to the group. Caretakers must stay with their child for the duration of the program.