Entirely Kids Day: Art of Illusions

Event Details

Step into a world of wonder and creativity at the Des Moines Art Center’s Entirely Kids Day: Art of Illusions! This exciting, free event is perfect for families looking to explore the fascinating world of optical illusions and artistic magic. Inspired by the Art Center’s “Op Art: Abstract Illusion” exhibition, join us for a day filled with interactive activities, performances, and artistic discoveries. This event promises fun engagement and memorable experiences for the whole family.

EVENT SCHEDULE:

Magic Show with Mikayla Oz
11:30 am & 1:30 pm | Levitt Auditorium
A highly interactive 30-minute magic show that makes the audience the stars! Experience hilarious and mind-bending tricks that will entertain both kids and adults.

Your Brain on Op(tical Illusions)
12:30 pm & 2:30 pm | Levitt Auditorium
A 30-minute kid-sized presentation and interactive demonstration of the way optical illusions, such as those in the exhibition, “Op Art,” excite our eyes and trick our brains. Presented by Xander Toftness, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at Coe College.

Free; no registration required. This event will be documented with photography.
Photo: Erik Brockmeyer

This program is part of the Principal® Foundation Youth Learning and Engagement Initiative.