The Phillips Plays

The Phillips Plays is a monthly, family-friendly drop-in program focused in November on the creative process of Mark Rothko. Families will explore Rothko’s work in the exhibition *Avery, Gottlieb & Rothko: By the Sea*, discuss how his color choices can affect emotions, and use selected colors to create their own compositions.

The program also includes hands-on art materials and methods in the studio, a child-friendly gallery tour, and a carpeted creative-play area with blocks, books, toys, and games. The featured collection work is Rothko’s *Green and Tangerine on Red* (1956), an oil painting on canvas.

When: November 14, 2026

Showtimes: The drop-in program runs from 10 am to 1 pm. Kid-friendly tours are offered at 11 am and 12 pm.

Venue: The Phillips Collection

Format: In-person, drop-in family program

Tickets: Price not available. Admission to the program is included with the cost of general admission to the museum. Advance general-admission reservations are encouraged.

Members: Members receive free general admission and do not need to reserve in advance.

Ages: Suitable for children of all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration: Registration is open.

Accessibility and amenities: The program includes a carpeted creative-play area with blocks, books, toys, and games.