Art Around the World Community Day

Pick up your Art Passport — a creative initiative by the Teen Collective — at the Orientation Station and journey through our Collection. Each stop offers a self-guided activity, from blind contour drawings to poetry and photo filters, inviting you to see art through fresh, imaginative lenses.

Start in Great Hall

Get hands-on with art! Join us for drop-in art activities inspired by global themes. Materials are provided, and creativity is encouraged — perfect for all ages.

Classrooms 1 & 2

Designed for adults and teens with prior drawing experience, this advanced session offers a focused opportunity to practice gesture drawing from a live, clothed model. Led by a teaching artist, you can explore expressive mark-making and figure drawing.

30 minutes per session

Space is limited and registration is required.

Korman Room

Join a museum educator for a brief and engaging talk that compares works from the Asian Collection. Discover the cultural context and artistic techniques that inform the work of art.

Niblack Gallery

Explore a comparison of works from the Contemporary Collection in this brief talk, which offers new perspectives on contemporary and conceptual art.

Meet outside Stiller Auditorium

Take a closer look at the intersection of fine art and adornment in this focused comparison of artist-designed jewelry.

Special Exhibitions galleries

Young visitors can gather for a lively storytelling session with storytainer Monica Ladd, who brings art to life through imaginative tales and picture books — a perfect moment of wonder for little ones and their grown-ups.

30 min sessions

Stiller Auditorium

Explore the artistry behind wearable works in this concise, insightful tour, focusing on jewelry created by renowned artists — a fascinating look at how creativity extends beyond the canvas.

Meet outside of Stiller Auditorium

Arturo Romay, born in Maracaibo, Venezuela, is an artist whose gift was evident from the start. A master of composition, rhythm, and harmony across styles, his playing rekindles a heartfelt passion for music. Romay has released six albums of original music and performed with legends such as Tito Puente, Celia Cruz, Marc Anthony, and Ricardo Montaner. His career has taken him to iconic stages including Madison Square Garden, Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and the Blue Note.

Great Hall

Join Pam Parry, the Norton’s registrar, for a behind-the-scenes look at the Museum throughout her decades-long tenure — a thoughtful pause in your afternoon of exploration.

Stiller Auditorium

Wrap up your day with a guided tour of highlights from the Norton’s Collection. Led by a knowledgeable docent, this tour offers insights into some of the Museum’s most beloved works.

Meet outside of Stiller Auditorium

AnnaLisa has entertained audiences worldwide for over 20 years. From cruise ships to the Taj Mahal, Presidents to celebrities, she has had incredible experiences performing on her beautiful harp. Recently, she has become one of South Florida's premier harpists for parties, weddings, galas, and stage shows, and is delighted to be part of the incredible Norton Museum of Art's "Art Around the World" showcase.

Great Hall