2 upcoming · 2 local studios
Washington Heights offers seven upcoming art sessions across two venues, with a strong emphasis on painting and drawing workshops. Most programs are free and run through the NYPL Washington Heights Branch and Highbridge Recreation Center, featuring themes like nature studies and picture-book inspiration. Browse the complete schedule below to find sessions that fit your availability.
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artFREEThu, Sep 3 · 4:00 PM
NYPL Washington Heights Library · Washington Heights
Skyscraper Day Building Challenges at NYPL Washington Heights Library invites kids to explore architecture through hands-on art activities. This free program, held indoors at the library, offers building-themed challenges for young creators. Suitable for children of all ages, it encourages imaginative construction with provided materials.
artFREEFri, Sep 4 · 4:00 PM
NYPL Fort Washington Library · Washington Heights
Crafternoon at NYPL Fort Washington Library is a free art session for kids, offering hands-on creative projects in a library setting. This drop-in activity welcomes children of all ages to explore crafting materials and make their own creations during the afternoon.
Most art and craft classes in Washington Heights run for ages 18 months through 12 years. Specific age bands are listed on each class page so you can filter by what fits your child.
Prices in Washington Heights range from free library or museum sessions through about $60 per class for studio programs. Free events and drop-in pricing are flagged on each class card.
Most studio-run art and craft classes require advance registration through the studio's booking page. Library and city-park art programs are typically drop-in, though some popular sessions release a limited number of tickets in advance.
Most studio-run art classes include all materials in the class price. Library and museum drop-in sessions also provide supplies. We note any BYO-supply requirements on individual event pages.