Description
Bring the whole family for a day of activities to slow down the mind and body. Slow looking is the art of taking time to carefully observe more than meets the eye at first glance. Practice mindful movements, discuss works of art with expert educators, and connect with nature through forest bathing. Or pick up a slow-looking guide to sketch, write, and chat about works of art at your own pace.
Learn more about slow looking.
You must preregister to attend the events listed below as space is limited.
Slow Looking
Gallery 5
11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m. (families session)
1:30–2:15 p.m. (adults-only session)
Participate in guided slow looking in the Japanese screen room. The families session is designed for children ages 7 and up.
Forest Bathing
Courtyard
1–1:45 p.m. (families session)
2–3 p.m. (adults-only session)
Join naturalist and certified forest therapy guide Ana Ka’ahanui from Capital Nature for an introduction to forest bathing. “Shinrin-yoku,” or taking in the forest atmosphere with all of your senses, is a way to slow down, unwind, and connect to the natural world. Through a series of simple sensory exercises, experience the wonders of nature with this relaxing mindfulness practice in the courtyard, rain or shine. The families session is designed for children ages 7 and up.
Qigong
Courtyard (in case of rain, gallery 17)
12-1 p.m.
Qigong is a standing mindful movement practice that comes from China. Get into the flow and mirror the movements of nature.
Image courtesy of Create Calm.
Cost
Free. Register in advance (required)
