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Funney/Strange Family Day

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Explore the witty work of William Wegman during a day full of learning and art making for families.

Take interactive tours, watch screenings of some of Wegman’s short films, and enjoy workshops including comedy theater, “funney” photography, animal storybooks, and animal movement throughout the day. Members can come early—starting at 11 AM—to beat the crowds. Kid-friendly snacks will be available at Cam’s on Campus, plus we’ll be serving Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams (12:30–2 PM).

Parking
Thoughout the day, a free shuttle service will be available from South Campus Gateway's parking garage to the Wexner Center. Parking at Gateway is only $1 for up to three hours. Members can park for free for three hours (bring your ticket to the Patron Services Desk for validation).

Hourly parking is also available on campus at Arps Garage, about one block north of the Wexner Center. (The Ohio Union Garage is currently closed for renovation and construction.) WHERE (AND WHEN) TO FIND THE FUN!

Postman Shorts
12 PM and 2 PM
Performance Space

Ever notice that the best comedians are also a bit strange? Local favorite Robert Post brings on the humor with his comedy theater shorts for the whole family.

Animal Moves
11 AM, 1 PM, and 3 PM
Performance Space

Dancers will lead multiple workshops and present a short performance based on inspiration from animals—even dogs!

Funney Photography
11 AM-4 PM
Mershon Stage

Artist Chet Hay, costumers, backdrops and props will be on hand for adults and children to take instant photographs of one another.

Once Upon an Animal
11 AM-4 PM
Mershon Auditorium Lobby

Using fun animal photos, you’ll get to build a story from start to finish. Artist Jamie Stamm will help you construct a book that can be taken home.

Postcard Pictures
11 AM-4 PM
Mershon Auditorium Lobby

Join artist Neil Goldenberg in creating a fantastic universe using a collage of postcards, drawing materials, and a little imagination.

Wegman Shorts
Film/Video Theater
11 AM-4 PM

Sit back and relax while you enjoy a selection of short films.

Discovery Tour
11 AM-4 PM

See our exhibition at your own pace on our self-guided discovery tour...with a prize for kids who complete the tour.

Guided Tours
11 AM-4 PM, on the hour and half-hour

Take a family-friendly tour of the exhibition.

Presented with support from Honda of America Manufacturing, Inc., Bob Evans Farms, Cardinal Health, and Time Warner Cable.

Additional contributions provided by Coca-Cola and Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams.

Promotional support provided by Columbus Parent and ThisWeek Community Newspapers.

William Wegman: Funney/Strange exhibition organized by the Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, Massachusetts, with generous support from the Henry Luce Foundation.

Presented in Columbus with lead sponsorship from American Electric Power Foundation.

Major support provided by National City, Univar USA, and Wolfe Associates.

Significant contributions provided by The Trueman Family.

Promotional support provided by the Columbus Dispatch, Experience Columbus, NBC 4, Ohio Magazine, Orange Barrel Media, Time Warner Cable, and WBNS FM Mix 97.1.

Accommodations provided by The Blackwell Inn.

All programs and events at the Wexner Center receive support from the Corporate Annual Fund of the Wexner Center Foundation and Wexner Center members.
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Funney/Strange Family Day