Ti Atis (Little Artists)

Haiti Cultural Exchange returns to the Brooklyn Children’s Museum for a new season of interactive youth and family programming! Learn about diverse art forms and celebrate Haitian culture through activities and performances facilitated by Haitian artists. This program engages with Haitian history and heritage via the arts by giving children the tools to build an inclusive and culturally informed future.

Ti Atis (Little Artists) takes place on the second Saturday of each month from November 2024 through May 2025. Each Saturday features a different instructor and art form from the community. Attendance is free with Museum admission. First come, first served.

Upcoming Workshops

November 9: Traditional Haitian dance educator Jessica St. Vil-Ulysse

Join educator Jessica St. Vil-Ulysse for an afternoon dance class focused on traditional Haitian rhythms: Ibo, Konbit, Rara, and Yanvalou. Touch and move to learn using music, imagery, and storytelling!

December 14: Haitian kite-making with Tetpwav Soley & PwavKAP

PwavKAP (Keep Art Poppin) will lead families in the traditional art of Haitian kite-making to teach youth basic geometry concepts while staying connected to Haitian culture. Ten families will learn the stages of making the kite from skeleton to decoration, using participants’ own shapes and designs! Enjoy storytelling open to all before participants head outdoors to fly their kites.

January 11, 2025: Krik? Krak! Haitian Creole storytelling with Jaden Timoun

In the spirit of the oral storytelling tradition that is a staple of Haitian culture, Jaden Timoun will host a Krik? Krak! Haitian Creole storytelling session accompanied by song, movement, and a craft activity.