Artsy Tots! Pattern Zebras

The Huntsville Museum of Art's Artsy Tots program brings art appreciation down to toddler level with this month's focus on Pattern Zebras. These 45-minute sessions are specially designed for two- and three-year-olds, combining picture book storytelling with hands-on gallery exploration and age-appropriate art projects. While little ones discover stripes, patterns, and the beauty of black and white designs, they'll also be building important developmental skills like color recognition, fine motor control, and hand-eye coordination in a welcoming museum setting. Classes take place Friday, September 11, with sessions at 10:00 am and 11:00 am in the Stender Family Interactive Education Galleries at the Museum of Art on Church Street. Each registration covers one child and one parent for $10 (or $8 for museum members), with additional siblings welcome for $4 each. While fees are non-refundable, your registration can be transferred to a different session if your plans change. These monthly programs are a gentle introduction to the museum experience for the youngest art lovers. Since the class size is limited and the activities are tailored specifically for the toddler attention span, arriving a few minutes early helps everyone settle in comfortably. Parents should plan to stay engaged throughout the session—these classes work best when grown-ups participate alongside their little artists.