Family Sundays Diwali Celebrations & Dazzling Diyas

Join us for Family Sundays at the Rubin! Bring your family to the Mandala Lab on the third floor for an afternoon of creativity and self-exploration that both kids and grown-ups can enjoy.

In honor of Diwali, a holiday that celebrates light overcoming darkness, there will be a series of special programs at this Family Sunday.

FAMILY SUNDAY DIWALI CELEBRATION SCHEDULE

1:00–3:00 PM
Dazzling Diyas art-making activity ongoing in the Mandala Lab (see below for more details)

1:00–2:00 PM
A special book reading by children’s book author and illustrator Navina Chhabria of her new release, Raaga’s Song: A Diwali Story in the theater followed by a dance performance and workshop with Mei Gumbs. The dance performance will be accompanied by a spirited reading of My Diwali: Lights of Virtue by children’s book author Priya Kumari.

After the reading and workshop, join us for a book signing with authors Priya Kumari and Navina Chhabria and a guided visit to the sculpture of Ganesha with Anu Sehgal,the founder and president of The Culture Tree

Please choose a 1:00 PM Family Sunday ticket to reserve your spot for the theater program.

3:00–3:30 PM
Free mithai (a traditional Indian sweet) tasting in the café with Chef Surbhi of TAGMO

Ages 3 + with accompanying adult

Location:

The Rubin Museum of Art
150 West 17th St.
New York, NY 10011