Available Activities:
Watch: Drag Story Hour: Celebrate Our Beauty and Power!
For all ages; video available June 5–8Dance with Doña Pepa, hear a story from Old Man Zimmer, and satisfy your sweet tooth with DJ Sid Sity. All you need is space to move, a few simple kitchen ingredients, and your imagination! Approximately 28 minutes.
Old Man Zimmer was born at a very young age. He loves gardening, garbage, getting the mail, and sharing stories with his best friends. Played by Emily Zimmer.
Doña Pepa is a Venezuelan queen living her most colorful life prancing and cycling through Minneapolis’ water and nature sources. A dancing diva, a fierce advocate for authenticity and self-expression. Played by Pedro.
Sid Sity is from Oakland and is here to spread love, positivity, and kindness to everyone she meets. She loves to sing, crochet, and uplift her friends. Played by Siddeeqah Shabazz.
Create: Printing with Pride
For ages 3 and up, younger kids may need some help from an adult; instructions available all day
Create your own prints or Pride flags using handmade stamps inspired by the art of Jasper Johns in this experiment with mark-making and color.
Explore: Art Tour for Families
Pre-recorded videos for ages 4 and up; available in English and Spanish
This interactive presentation of three pieces of art explores how artists share love with the world through their artwork. All you need is a camera, marker, paper, and your imagination. Approximately 12 minutes.
Watch: We; Camera
For all ages
This stop-motion film features musician Shenandoah Davis encountering a bird on the trail. They become friends. Directed by Clyde Petersen, with music by Shenandoah Davis, 2008, 3 min.
Clyde Petersen is an artist working in film, animation, music, and installation. He is a proud member of the transgender and queer communities in Seattle. His work has been featured around the world in museums, film festivals, galleries, and DIY venues.
Watch: Solid and Strong
For all ages
Musician Kimya Dawson and friends head to the neighborhood aquatics center for fun and synchronized swimming. Directed by Clyde Petersen, with music by Kimya Dawson, 2011, 3 min. |