Location: Various spaces throughout the museum
Registration requested but not required
The Walters Art Museum Teen Advisory Council (WAMTAC) presents RENAISSANCE, a takeover for teens, by teens. Inspired by our collection of Renaissance art and Beyoncé’s album RENAISSANCE, we intend to bridge the gap between the two through art, fashion, and participatory experiences. Attendees are encouraged to dress for the theme. As Beyoncé exclaimed, “You are the visuals!”
All-Day Activities
Art-Making – 1 West Hackerman House, Level 2, Studio 1 West
Visualize the crossover between two renaissances by drawing and collaging artworks in the Walters Renaissance collection with Beyoncé’s RENAISSANCE outfits and aesthetics.
Photo Booth — Center Street building, Level 1 lobby
Grab your friends and pose for a polaroid souvenir to take home.
Quiet Space — Centre Street building, Level 3, Stained glass corner
Overstimulated by the crowds? Visit our sanctuary with various kinds of seating and sensory kits to wind down.
Food and Resource Tables — Centre Street building, Level 1, Cafe
Enjoy a bite while you browse the resource tables full of arts opportunities for teens throughout the city. Complimentary food tasting will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Food will also be available for purchase.
Timed Activities
1–3 p.m.: Sonnet Sessions
Centre Street building Level 3, Medieval Gallery Great Room
Learn how to write a sonnet about any topic of your choice.
1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m.: Escape Room
Locations: 1 West Hackerman House, Level 2, Library. Sign up in the Centre Street building lobby.
Don’t miss the opportunity to escape from Shakespeare’s library within 30 minutes while solving Renaissance-related clues throughout the room. Capacity is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
2–3 p.m.: Live Music
Charles Street building, Level 3, Renaissance Gallery
Baltimore’s best teen talents bring you back-to-back live performances of various music genres across time.
3–3:30 p.m.: Fashion Show
Centre Street building, Level 3 lobby (seating), Level 2 lobby (standing overflow)
Join us for a runway show combining the aesthetics of both the Italian Renaissance and Beyoncé’s RENAISSANCE.
Three prizes of $25 VISA gift cards will be awarded for the following categories: best sonnet, best costume, and general attendance (raffle for all teens). All prizes will be distributed immediately following the fashion show.
Get to know the members of the Teen Advisory Council
- Chloe is a recent Baltimore School for the Arts graduate who will major in Fine Arts at Howard University in the Fall and plans to become an illustrator.
- Helia is a senior at Dulaney High School who likes making and dancing to music.
- Kaitlyn is a high school senior who loves random facts about history.
- Kerron is a senior at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School. He is a student of music who is also passionate about giving a platform to other teens.
- Madison is a high school senior who likes to crochet.
- Victoria is a senior at Western High School who is interested in marine biology.
Teen Takeover: RENAISSANCE is intended for high school youth ages 13+, but it is open to the general public. Only adults accompanying teen attendees are permitted to attend activities designated for teens. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. This event will be photographed, filmed, and/or recorded. By attending the event, you consent to the photography, filming, and use of your image and/or voice. Registration is encouraged.
Available resources include: Assistive Listening Devices, Accessible Seating, Sensory Kits
Accessibility resources and accommodations are available for programs and events. Please email [email protected] with questions and requests. We will make every effort to provide accommodations. Visit our accessibility webpage for more information on accessibility across the museum.