Events

For the Love of Art

Saturday, February 14, 11:30 am–5:30 pm

Make it more than a Hallmark holiday: Spend a romantic, platonic, or restorative solo Valentine’s Day at the Brooklyn Museum. Enjoy a variety of art- and poetry-centered activities perfect for couples, friends, or individuals. Explore at your own pace, spark conversation, and discover playful ways to connect and create.

While you’re here, head to the Shop to browse special care packages featuring items inspired by the day’s activities—perfect gifts for loved ones.

Free with Museum admission .

Throughout the Museum

Two hands typing a poem on an orange typewriter

Schedule

  • 11:30 am–2:30 pm

    Ask for a Love Note
    American Art Galleries, 5th Floor
    Make yourself the muse! Encounter poets from The Poetry Society of New York  in Toward Joy: New Frameworks for American Art and take home a unique ode written just for you. Poets will ask questions and then take a few minutes to compose a custom poem that celebrates your essence.

  • 1–2 pm

    Gallery Tours: A Few of Our Favorite Things
    Meet in the Lobby, 1st Floor
    Discover your new favorite artworks on an immersive tour of the Brooklyn Museum. Join one of our A.​​R.​​T.​​ Guides, trained volunteers who are passionate about art and the conversations it encourages, for a tour of Judy Chicago’s The Dinner Party. Explore this icon of feminist art as a love letter to women artists.

  • 1–4 pm

    Valentine’s Day Card Making
    Egyptian Galleries, 3rd Floor
    Decorate a heartfelt card for someone you care about. Use colorful materials to write a warm message and even add a doodle, drawing inspiration from sculptures in our Egyptian Galleries.

  • 2–3 pm

    Pop-Up Talks
    Ask for location details at the Admissions Desk
    Maximize your time at the Museum! Join a short talk to learn about various artworks with one of our A.​​R.​​T.​​ Guides. Conversations are repeated every 15 minutes.

  • 3–4 pm

    Pop-Up Talks
    Ask for location details at the Admissions Desk
    Maximize your time at the Museum! Join a short talk to learn about various artworks with one of our A.​​R.​​T.​​ Guides. Conversations are repeated every 15 minutes.

  • 2:30–5:30 pm

    Ask for a Love Note
    Schapiro Wing, 4th Floor
    Make yourself the muse! Encounter poets from The Poetry Society of New York  in Seydou Keïta: A Tactile Lens and take home a unique ode written just for you. Poets will ask questions and then take a few minutes to compose a custom poem that celebrates your essence.

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