Family Day: Year of the Horse
Gallop into the Year of the Horse with performances, crafts and family-friendly activities as we open our new exhibition Adorning the Horse: Equestrian Textiles for Power and Prestige. Make crafts inspired by these beautiful animals and their adornments, enjoy traditional dance performances and complete a scavenger hunt in the galleries.
About the Exhibition
For millennia, horses have captivated humans with their beauty, strength and majesty. From Türkiye to Japan, civilizations have elaborately costumed these prized animals. In Adorning the Horse: Equestrian Textiles for Power and Prestige, a magnificent selection of saddle blankets, horse covers and other equestrian textiles from the past 1,300 years communicates the significance and status of horses and their riders. Learn more about the exhibition
How to Participate
This event is free and open to the public. Stop by the museum anytime between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to join the festivities.