Second Saturdays at Laguna Gloria

westrim.lake and amoa laguna gloria from westlake drive sideLooking for a family activity this summer incorporating art and culture? The Contemporary Austin is offering family-friendly performances, hands-on art-making workshops, and visits with local artists every second Saturday this summer at Laguna Gloria. For kids ages two to 11 and their adult chaperones, these exhibition-focused events encourage you to drop in and create!

Second Saturdays Are for Families: Pinhole Cameras

Make a pinhole camera based on John Grade’s sculpture, hanging from the trees at Laguna Gloria. See how his artwork frames a view of the sky and how you can create your own view of the world with a pinhole camera. Step into the museum’s temporary camera obscura, and see how the entire room is transformed into a giant pinhole camera. July 11, 2015 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Laguna Gloria Admission: General (per family): $10; Member families: $5

Second Saturdays Are for Families: Ice Painting

Cool off in that hot August weather by creating drippy watercolor paintings -- using ice cubes! Then, watch a live ice sculpting demonstration with local sculpting pros as you relax in the shade. Aug 8, 2015 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Laguna Gloria Admission: General (per family): $10; Member families: $5