Family Day Block Party

Saturday, July 13, 2019

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Join the Contemporary Art Museum, the Pulitzer Arts Foundation, and the Sheldon Concert Hall and Art Galleries for the free Family Day Block Party. This free event includes live performances and art activities for kids at each location in the Grand Center Arts District.

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All activities are free and open to the public. Recommended for kids ages 3-12 and their families.

At the Contemporary Art Museum, the Sheldon Concert Hall and Art Galleries, and the Pulitzer Arts Foundation in Grand Center.

More information: pulitzerarts.org

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Tags: Contemporary Art Museum, Family Day Block Party, Pulitzer Arts Foundation, Sheldon Concert Hall, free events, St. Louis Family Events, Things to do with kids in St. Louis, free things to do with kids in St. Louis, arts

Locations: St. Louis

Ages: Babies and Toddlers, Elementary Age, Parent with Child, Preschool

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